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In reply to the discussion: One last Thom Hartmann post - because he's leaving RT, ending "The Big Picture." [View all]OilemFirchen
(7,143 posts)100. I can explain this.
phylny (5,042 posts)
38. So much yelling.
I am speaking about what I heard. I've never listened to him and thought, "Wow, he's a Trump supporter and spews Russian talking points."
38. So much yelling.
I am speaking about what I heard. I've never listened to him and thought, "Wow, he's a Trump supporter and spews Russian talking points."
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One last Thom Hartmann post - because he's leaving RT, ending "The Big Picture." [View all]
phylny
Aug 2017
OP
Traitor, no. Enabler, maybe. But it is not a moment too soon to leave Putin's propaganda arm. . nt
Bernardo de La Paz
Aug 2017
#68
And he was bringing progressive ears to a Russian propaganda outlet, and giving them legitimacy.
Squinch
Aug 2017
#33
Personally, I either use the little "x" box to get rid of threads I am disinterested in,
phylny
Aug 2017
#66
You posted in the threads. If you didn't read the many posts pointing out the factual mistakes, do.
yardwork
Aug 2017
#52
Nailed it! You're telling the truth. Apparently TH-fans can't handle the truth...
NurseJackie
Aug 2017
#37
"I have never heard him spout Russian talking points." --- Therefore it never happened, right?
NurseJackie
Aug 2017
#47
I don't know what your issue is with me, but I have not been rude in my discourse
phylny
Aug 2017
#49
My "issue" is the broad-brush attack in your opening post. There is no "Bash Hartmann Brigade."
NurseJackie
Aug 2017
#55
I had no idea that you personally were criticizing Thom and therefore felt I was attacking you.
phylny
Aug 2017
#58
Fantastic response - thank you. THIS I understand, lots more than innuendos about
phylny
Aug 2017
#81
HE said himself he was paid a licensing fee by RT, so yeah, we ALL know otherwise.
Foamfollower
Aug 2017
#26
It's only been posted a gazillion times in these "show Traitor Thom some love" threads
Foamfollower
Aug 2017
#42
Do you know that he is? Your comment started with "I believe". I believe the earth is flat.
George II
Aug 2017
#88
Nope, not buying into it. He was caught. lost credibility, and is trying to gain it back.
Foamfollower
Aug 2017
#22
Really? Then how is it NONE of you can quote those Russian talking points you
whathehell
Aug 2017
#54
That particular brigade was in reponse to the Sacred Cow battalion marching into GD
LanternWaste
Aug 2017
#73
You promise this will be the last one EVER!!!!!!!! From anyone!!!!!!!! Even from people
boston bean
Aug 2017
#80
I wasted a lot of time yesterday arguing with people about this. I'm glad he's leaving!
earthshine
Aug 2017
#92
Good... Now hopefully people here will stop rippin' on him and focus that energy
Chakaconcarne
Aug 2017
#102
He reads DU everyday and I bet the criticism of his association with RT was the reason he decided
kimbutgar
Aug 2017
#103
Looks like the Hartmann Haters will have to find someone else to hate on...
Trial_By_Fire
Aug 2017
#114
Do you mean Thomm Hartmann, Secret Agent 666 from the Putin Propagandist Brigade?
guillaumeb
Aug 2017
#129