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Submitted by Don Carlson, Dec 19, 2007 15:51

For Mr. Wapshott to characterize Ms. Winfrey's efforts on behalf of Barak Obama as "shilling" is unpardonably offensive. In addition, it is untrue that to be politically active on behalf of political candidates is dangerous to people in the entertainment business--on the left particularly such support is common, laudable, and, as far as I know, has hurt none who have made the effort. Ms. Winfrey, like all Americans, should be free to use her influence, money, and fame to advance her political leanings--without being demeaned by Mr. Wapshott or any other pundit. Even more reprehensible is Mr. Wapshott's not entirely candid suggestion that the lady's support of her candidate will make him seem more black and, so, less electable. If this is true, it is a shame on us rather than poor judgement on her part.

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It is the time for Americans to have a vision beyond the race. To look for a new dignity, a... [MORE]	Paul Msaki	Dec 21, 2007 09:31
Oprah might just as well have stayed home and hung out with her gal pal Gayle. It was hoped her... [MORE]	M. Drewy	Dec 20, 2007 09:26
It's amusing that Mr. Wapshott sees a Hollywood conspiracy by Sen. Obama's moviemaking supporters. It reminds of the fevered writings... [MORE]	Assemblyman Michael Benjamin	Dec 19, 2007 22:38
Mr. Wapshott articles in the Sun are usually worth seeking out---even if he commits a faux pas every once in... [MORE]	Warren Hughes	Dec 19, 2007 19:44
For Mr. Wapshott to characterize Ms. Winfrey's efforts on behalf of Barak Obama as "shilling" is unpardonably offensive. In addition,...	Don Carlson	Dec 19, 2007 15:51
He sounds good, he looks good, but can he deliver the goods he's currently pushing, if, and when he wins his... [MORE]	Warren Hughes	Dec 19, 2007 15:31
Oprah said she was tired of politics. So why is she stumping for Obama ? Is she lying to us?... [MORE]	Bettie Miller	Dec 28, 2007 17:28
What objective evidence have we seen to justify this statement in the above article? "In America, a black candidate remains... [MORE]	Don DeVan	Dec 19, 2007 14:14
Apparently some black voters saw beyond the color of Bill Clinton's skin since they annointed him America's "first black president".... [MORE]	Kyda Sylvester	Dec 19, 2007 13:59
Obama and Winfrey are closet racists. Oprah has openly made disparaging remarks about whites, she has hosted "Black Only" parties;... [MORE]	Fredrick Smith	Dec 19, 2007 19:42

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