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-Short Attention Span Theater-

PBS sez 'so long' to Travis Smiley

2017-12-14

[AXIOS] The late-night show "Tavis Smiley" was suspended by PBS after an investigation of Smiley that resulted in "multiple, credible allegations of conduct that is inconsistent with the values and standards of PBS," Variety reports.

Per Variety, the investigation revealed sexual relationships with subordinates, and a "verbally abusive and threatening environment" created by Smiley.

Why it matters: Another powerful man has been taken down by allegations of sexual misconduct, joining dozens of other men.

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Posted by: Injun Bucket8891 2017-12-14 18:17

#6 Always got that "courtier for the ruling class" vibe from him. (see Moyers, Bill)

Posted by: charger 2017-12-14 17:55

#5 For years now I've only seen the occasional minute or two of his program, but FWIW, this visual sprang instantly to mind when I heard the "news."

He leans from the edge of the seat,
All weight on the balls of his feet.
As paw meets knee, slyly
(On camera! Damn, Smiley!),
He beats a triumphant retreat.

Cursory search yields no knee-grabbing. Color me surprised.

Posted by: Zenobia Floger6220 2017-12-14 15:35

#4 All - he's a non-partisan, on the level news reporter.

Ha ha ha - who am I kidding?

Tavis Smiley has declared that “we’re all working for Barack Obama” and that “we have to help make Obama a great president.” [H/t reader dronetek.]

Good riddance, bootlicker.

(via Instapundit)

Posted by: Raj 2017-12-14 14:04

#3 OK looked him up. Pitch Man for the Race Hustle.

Posted by: swksvolFF 2017-12-14 12:49

#2 Who?

Posted by: swksvolFF 2017-12-14 12:47

#1 Who's he? He's so powerful I never heard of him.

Posted by: Glenmore 2017-12-14 09:58

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