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Making a better Glenn Beck

Mystery solved. As busy as Glenn Beck is, no wonder when he pontificates on all public policy issues A to Z that he is full of opinion but short on facts. The times I have tried to watch his TV show his factual errors were appalling. Perhaps he should just stick to comedy and make believe.

When I read Beck's words comparing George W. Bush to Abraham Lincoln, I knew all I needed to know about this guy.

Neither of you see anything that you do not wish to see...

Genn is a son of God who is fully aware of his imperfections...

And yet he is successful, maybe it is becose many of us actually listen to more then just a show... and becouse many of us are not envious of him enough to want to tare him down...

I am envious of him, but I am Glad to know he exists and that he is doing well, becouse that give me hope... for all of the rest of us.

If you had listened to Glenn consistently you would know that he is fair towards people on both sides of the isle. He is the needed voice of moderation that says. Who cares about the political parties, look at what we need to do to improve the world. It is very sad that you would attack the voice of moderation because you heard of a positive comment about somebody you don't like.

Flummoxed,

I agree that he is short on facts sometimes.

However, he consistently opens the floor to experts in the particular field that he is addressing, after he sets forth is opinion on the subject. And they either contradict him or confirm what he says. So though he may have his facts wrong, he gives another individual a chance to contradict him. And often, they agree with what he says.

It is very nice to see a TV personality share his personal life with the public. Stay in there Glen we need your realness.

SGB

Glen Beck is a gifted speaker and isn't afraid to meet opposition. I enjoy his show. There will always be those who criticize because they have nothing better to do.

Beck does much good in the world and is someone to be admired.

He is still learning. What we all need to do.

Did God, working through Pat Gray, change Glenn Beck? Or did Pat Gray, working through God, change him? A prime example of the power of prayer.

Rush Limbaugh, Ann Coulter, Sean Hannity, Glenn Beck ...
some people have the oddest heroes today.

Beck could have a lot of free time if he'd just shut his mouth. And the country would be a better place if he would do that.

I know he is a child of God and all that ...

But he has also discovered what Rush, O'Reilly and the rest of the "talking heads" have discovered: loud, opinionated, mean-spirited, and contrversial ramblings lead to wealth and fame. You don't have to be right - in fact, a good lie will really get the ol' ball rolling and people calling in -you just have to be loud, opinionated and clever.

It is stand-up comedy - not serious or meaningful dialog. Serious and meaningful are death to this crowd. Loud and angry makes more money and gets more listeners.

I turned him off a long time ago.

Glenn Beck is a hero to anyone who is overcoming or has overcome serious problems in their life.

Glen has overcome so many difficult things, and I admire him very much. He is entertaining and sincere. He is a voice for good.

Interesting interview; thank you. I appreciate Becks attempt at honesty, and his struggle with himself and the world around us. His voice is one we need, among others.

Like "Now I see" I was stunned by Becks comment about George Bush being somewhat like Lincoln. Yet I recall a comment by a good friend (a Democratic strategist from Arizona who is not unfamiliar with Washington DC events) who sat with George Bush in his box during a Texas Rangers game 8-9 years ago. He told me then that one-on-one, Bush was one of the most intelligent and fascinating people he had met. Although I doubt I would ever vote for Bush again, he may not be the total dufus he appears to be. Does Glen Beck have all the answers--No. Is he always right--No. Who is? But I appreciate his approach, and that unlike all the other prominent conservative voices, he is not an apologist for the Republican Party.

Glen Beck makes you think. he's a talk show host for crying out loud. he calls it like he sees it. and perception is 99% of the law unfortunately. that's why the white house called him in to set some facts straight b/c they knew Glen would stir up the pot. Go Glen, Go Cougars!!!

Are you kidding me? This man's show is constantly short on facts and is nowhere near moderation. You people drink the kool aid too easily. Next you'll tell me that Bush is a uniter, not a divider. I guess if somebody repeats something enough times, you just start believing it.

Beck's show is always short on facts but heavy on bluster and hostility.

And, no Emmett, just because I'm critical of somebody doesn't mean I secretly envy him. I do not. Just so you know, "becose" is spelled "because."

Here's a guy doing the best he can, as we all should be, and there are those who can't wait to shoot him down. Think about it.

I heard this guy once. He was giddy as a schoolgirl at the thought of delivering some book to universities, probably a book he has written, and how insulted they will be because said book opposed their liberal 'indoctrination'.
This is just one more of the AM radio fearmongers, building an industry of demonising those with whom he disagrees, and making enemies of them. Our society is polarised like never before, and these guys are the wedge. You can never go broke appealing to fear, or by insulting people, that's for sure.

I feel that Glen Beck is a part of the Conservative Republican hate machine that is destroying America. His most popular theme is hate for Liberals and Democrats and he follows in lock step with the other voices of conservative such as Hannity and Limbaugh. I have tried to listen to him and read his material but when I do I become so filled with disgust and hate that I must lay it aside. He is surely a god for his conservative friends but he is an enemy toward most Americans.