What else Jesse Jackson said when he slammed Barack Obama

The mystery has been cleared up about what else Jesse Jackson said last week when he made his crude remarks about Barack Obama.

The previously unreported comment, disclosed Wednesday morning by the TVNewser blog, was:

“Barack ... he’s talking down to black people ... telling [black people] how to behave.” Only Jackson used the plural form of the “n-word,” not “black people,” in the second part of his comment.

Initially, the firestorm was over comments Jackson made to a guest before a July 6 interview on "Fox & Friends."

The civil rights leader whispered that Obama was "talking down to black people" and that Jackson wanted to "cut his nuts off."

The comments went unnoticed in the control room, Fox News said. But, as reported by The Times’ Matea Gold in a story published Friday, an employee working the overnight shift transcribed the tape, and the remarks that first caused the stir were reported several days later on Fox’s "The O’Reilly Factor." Then, as The Ticket reported, there was a controversy over exactly what Jackson said he wanted to do.

At the time, host Bill O’Reilly told viewers the network had decided to air only portions of what Jackson had said, adding there was "more damaging" material, too. That gave rise to rumors that Jackson had used the “n word” –- and aimed it directly at Obama.

In a Wednesday afternoon interview with fellow Fox host Shepard Smith, O’Reilly said he had withheld the “n-word” remark because, “I’m not in the business of creating some kind of controversy that’s not relevant to the general subject -- one civil rights leader disparaging another over policy.”

But why did O’Reilly mention in the first place that he had “more damaging” material?

In a one-sentence statement offered as a reply, O’Reilly said Wednesday: “We tell the audience the full breadth of everything we report on.” There was no elaboration on why the “full breadth” didn’t include the actual comment.

As for how the “n-word” comment eventually got out, O’Reilly told Smith that “some weasel leaked it to the Internet.”

-- Stuart Silverstien

Comments

[Dramaticlookcat]

I used to work in a t.v. news studio. I sincerely doubt we would have used that tape unless Jesse Jackson were running for office.

I feel sorry for Jesse Jackson. He's such a damaged man. Even his son denounced him.

[Earl Ofari Hutchinson]

Jess Jackson committed two serious offenses in casually and recklessly using the word. Though he didn’t call Obama the word, by knocking him (“cut off his n…ts”) and tossing in the word to describe blacks who Obama allegedly offended, Obama by inference became an N… too. Jackson’s bigger offense was his tar of blacks with the word. If a white celebrity, personality or politician slandered and disrespected blacks with the word, guess who would be the first person to charge the barricades demanding their head.
Jesse has taken a much deserved hit for his intemperate personal rap of Obama. Now he should take an even bigger hit for his far worse racial rap of blacks and in the process himself.
Earl Ofari Hutchinson is an author and political analyst. His new book is The Ethnic Presidency: How Race Decides the Race to the White House (Middle Passage Press, February 2008).

[Confused]

Wasn't the n-word "nuts"?

[Mark Wilden]

> O’Reilly said he had withheld the “n-word” remark
> because, “I’m not in the business of creating some kind
> of controversy that’s not relevant to the general subject --
> one civil rights leader disparaging another over policy.”

To a guy like O'Reilly, any black leader must be a "civil rights leader."

[bdpyk]

I never understand, why Americans (majority) consider Obama a black!!!!!!!! . I am an Asian Indian.

[bdpyk]

I never understand, why Americans (majority) consider Obama a black!!!!!!!! . I am an Asian Indian.

[Isaiah117]

In reading these comments I have to laugh. It is like people are blaming O'Rielly for what Jackson said. (As indicated by a previous poster.) HELLO...Jackson called another black man a derogatory name. If Jackson were white the NAACP would have been all over it. On top of all of that...Mr. Jackson is a suppose to be a Rev.

Sad sad sad day for Christians....

[bdpyk]

I never understand, why Americans (majority) consider Obama a black!!!!!!!! . I am an Asian Indian.

[Joe]

Everything is Bushs fault. I know this because I'm a worthless libtard from Colliephornia and that's how I feel. Even though I might be wrong, in my little world only feelings matter and facts are only relevant when they cert my lib agenda.

[sobelle]

the "rev" jackson has never worked a day's work in his life except to threaten ceo's "the rainbow" will boycott them if they don't support him and his "cause's".
does that mean to also "support his illiget" kid's.
get a real job "rev" HAHAHA ! title a joke !!!
you do more harm for your race than anyone on this earth! lest "sharpton "

[Mike]

To Greg:

It is not OK for anyone to use the n-word, regardless of race. Do not mischaracterize the Black culture as complaining if anyone 'says something bad about them.'

Jesse Jackson is not the 'King of Black people'. There are people from every race that evaluate politicians and media figures against the morals and values that they stand for. The same standard goes for him. Some will like him, some won't.

The media plays its part in perpetuating racism, however it is the responsibility of each individual to choose how they view any other race. Don't simply blame the media.

Who says that 'Black people are upset?' Do not characterize an entire race off of your interactions or what you 'think' you see on the media. That is a very narrow and incorrect view.

It is silly to assume that any registered Democrat that did not vote for Barack Obama in the Democratic primary is a racist. That doesn't mean racism does not exist. There are people who actually evaluate a candidate for the positions they take.

Now what were you thinking when you wrote about things people want to see Black people change? The things you list are not limited to one race. Don not dare stereotype all Blacks with the issues that you list.

Lastly, there are racists in every race. Do not attempt to classify all Blacks as racists.

My take: The real issue here is what Jesse said, not how the quote is released. Jesse was clearly wrong in what he said and should be held accountable for that.

[Electress]

Let's follow the media hype:

It's a generational problem between Obama and Jackson.
No problem when Bernie Mac says we both live with two
HO's.........however, seems it was a big problem for Imus!

Got Fairness?

[Lynn]

Jesse Jackson owes AMERICA an apology. I am so sick of hearing BLACK AMERICA and AFRICAN AMERICANS. If people do not wish to be alienated then why do they call themselves "Black America", or "African-American"? My family is from England and we are not called "English Americans". What about those with German Heritage, do you think they would prefer to be called "German Americans"? When was the last time you heard of a Bavarian American? We are all Americans, and should be damn proud of it, no matter the color. or family origin. Are all black Americans from Africa? I think not, yet they are all "African Americans" if they are black. Ridiculous.

[Andrew Austin]

Any fair-minded person knows what Jesse means by this. Whites and blacks who blame black people from the problems of poverty, joblessness, crime, and violence see blacks as "niggers." Jackson is bringing big truth to the matter when he says that Obama is "telling niggers how to behave."

Remember when the brilliant comedian Bill Hicks, in protesting the acquittal in the Rodney King beating case, talked about officers "Coon," "Niggerhater," and "Keepdarkiedown?" It's called bitter sarcasm and it's commonplace among those who know the way white people and Uncle Toms think about black people.

Obama is engaging in racist attacks against the black community by blaming the conditions of blacks on black people, and, adding injury to insult, doing it in front of blacks in public so that whites can hear it and appreciate a black man saying what they wish they could say. They are rooting Obama on in his talk down to "niggers." Jesse is using the word in an anti-racist way, to shame those blacks who would treat other blacks like "niggers."

Now watch every white journalists and every black leader sucking up to Obama deliberately miss the point. Watch them warp the meaning of the word in this context - in reality, there's no ambiguity in Jesse's usage of the word - to wreck Jesse's legacy.

Part of killing civil rights off once and for all means destroying its leaders. The propagandists of the ruling elite are having a field day with this. They've been waiting for years to give Jesse both barrels.

Progressives, black and white, better wake up. 1984 is here. Now.

[woon chi choong]

The Whites have used the n-- word for centuries. Do they hold some kind of copyright? Why, on the other hand, has nobody said anything when Obama denounced his own pastor and quit his church? Maybe that's one of the issues bothering JJ. Remember those red-guards who denounced their own parents?

Simple Christian

[LBlucher]

When I initially saw the video last week, the part that stunned me was a REVEREND saying CUT HIS NUTS OFF. I was thinking, he doesn't sound like a man of God to me. Then, I flipped through the bible and came across far worse violence in the name of God than simply cutting off nuts. So, I suppose Jesse is in the right line of work after all. And, anyone who considers O'Reilly to be a journalist...please. He is simply a mouthpiece for a political party.

[eb]

Why is it the 'n' word? If we are to ever get to true open dialog, we must stop dancing around sensitive subjects. So say nigger or whatever else but for everyones sake let us all try to be real.

[Ric]

JJ got in trouble for calling NYC "hymietown" also, but I agree with greg gregory, what's Bill O'Reilly got to do with it?
BHO scares me, all he has is the gift of gab, and he has that fresh schoolboy look that has most of the women in this country gaga, elect this bozo and we're doomed.

[Wal Man]

Why does FOX even have this guy on? And they call both Jesse and Al "Reverend" like they were really Reverends. Plus, they trot these guys out every time someone does something "offensive" to speak for the so called "Black Community". Like we all hang out and vote together.

FOX is the only channel legitimizing these snake oil salesmen. They don't care a whit about the state of black people in America and for 30 years have parlyed their "Leader" status into a cozy and iligit living on the backs of people who work for a living and it's about time people realized it.

Then, when a bright, articulate and educated black man finally raises himself and through merit has a real chance at the presidency, they can't stand it! What a jerk Jesse is.

[mary]

As an African American, I am offended at Jesse Jackson, first and foremost if it would have been anyone else who used some of the terms he used, he would be marching and protesting.Secondly, I do not have a problem with O'Reilly or Fox News exposing him for what he is worth (nothing). The real problem is Jesse knows Fox is racist and bias and yet he goes on their to broadcast, he deserves whatever he gets.

I use to respect Jesse but his jealousy is outweighing his common sense, Jesse does not speak for all things black and he stated that black leaders was upset about Obama's statements at the Church. I would dispute the accuracy of his statement, I as an African American woman, who raised two kids with an absent father appreciated Obama's comments. I respect Senator Obama irregardless of what anyone says and will continue to support him in whatever capacity he serves. I would just hope these black so call leaders (self defined) get out of the way. I for the first time agree with Najee Ali, if you are not going to help Obama then get out of his way!

[Dem now Ind]

Obama and Jackson both think they can say whatever they want and then take no resonsibility for saying it.

[vic]

Jesse Jackson is old news now, if anyone is to be blame
for keeping black American down it Jesse, he wants the blacks to stay dependent on welfare and government programs, it time for the Blacks to dump Jesse and listen to someone to give them hope GO Obama

[John]

Obama really does pick some winners of pastors. One uses the term GD from the pulpit, and Jessie Jackson wants to cut his nuts off. and uses the "N" word. Whos is Obama's VP going to be? "P Diddy?"

[mamahall]

First of all, who in the world is Jesse Jackson to have anything to say about anything? I do not care for Obama, but, good 'old Jesse always has to have his 2 cents put in!!! He is a disgrace to all the wonderful pastors out doing Gods work!!! He is an embassassment to his "calling", and I say that "tongue in cheek"..Get a life, Jesse, and wash your mouth out!!!

[Bubba Bob]

Said countless Bill-O fanbois: "What's O'reilly got to do with this?"

This is a tough concept to grasp for those of you who are being manipulated, but... you are being manipulated. That is the essence of Fox and Bill-O's role in this spectacle.

You see, Fox had TWO good clips to use in their efforts to malign both Jackson and Obama... There is no reason why they couldn't have released them both at the same time, except that if they did, they would now be out of ammunition and the story would have blown over. By holding off on releasing one of the clips, they could wait until the story is almost dead and gone from the public consciousness and then revive it in almost full force by "leaking" the second part of Jackson's statement.

Expect this sort of pattern every time someone Fox doesn't like is recorded by Fox saying something stupid. It will work like this: Parse the stupid comment into "juicy bits". Use one of the juicy bits to build a sensational story, then leak the rest one at a time whenever it seems that the issue is losing the public's interest. The morons that regularly watch Fox will react to the drama with false indignation, and the uproar will snare a few more people who are otherwise sound of reason.

That, fanboi, is what Bill-O has to do with this.