Comparisons are a simple and natural part of every speech, every appearance, every explanation. But in this era of political correctness and the ability to record and dissect every single word, you court disaster every time you speak before putting the brain in gear. Chris Mathews is a commentator, so saying shocking things is not only part of his job, it’s something every broadcast boss wants out of their talent. Right or wring, shock gets attention and gains viewers. While Mathews comparison here is not merely shocking but insulting to many, it’s not as if this is out of character. But you are likely not a cable broadcast political host and thus have to be VERY cautious and aware of what you say and the comparisons you make. Comparing a former First Lady to the wife of an alleged sexual predator is in very bad taste no matter the situation, and brings attention to how much forethought you must give every speech and potential appearance. Never be caught off guard, and always catch yourself before making such an insulting statement.
MSNBC’s Chris Matthews Outrageously Compares Alleged Child Rapist’s Wife to Pat Nixon
By Scott Whitlock | June 13, 2012
MSNBC’s Chris Matthews on Wednesday outrageously compared Dorothy Sandusky standing by her alleged child rapist husband, Jerry, to Pat Nixon supporting Richard Nixon. The liberal cable anchor was discussing the molestation case and shockingly inserted a political comparison.
After legal guest Kendall Coffey tried to explain how Mrs. Sandusky could be a helpful witness to her disgraced husband, Matthews linked the 52 counts of sexual abuse to America’s 37th president: “This is the new story of our life: The wife who stands by their man, as if they were Pat Nixon standing up there putting up with the ignominy that their husband’s 100 percent responsible for and yet being loyal.”
Matthews also brought in other politicians who faced scandal: “I’m in the business of watching wife after wife come on television, whether it’s Vitter down in Louisiana or it’s Ensign out in California [sic] or it’s the governor of New Jersey, McGreevey, or it’s the governor of New York’s wife, coming on and standing next to their man.”
To compare President Nixon’s life and example to that of a man charged with some of the most abhorrent crimes possible is reprehensible.
Matthews should apologize for his disgusting remarks.
A transcript of Matthews June 13 comment can be found below:
[Discussing Dorothy Sandusky supporting her husband,Jerry Sandusky]
KENDALL COFFEY: And maybe there’s a mistrial, which is the best I think Jerry Sandusky’s lawyers can hope for.
CHRIS MATTHEWS: You know, the thing is, Buzz and Kendall, I’m in the business of watching wife after wife come on television, whether it’s Vitter down in Louisiana or it’s Ensign out in California [sic] or it’s the governor of New Jersey, McGreevey or it’s the governor of New York’s wife, coming on and standing next to their man, Buzz. This is the new story of our life: The wife who stands by their man, as if they were Pat Nixon standing up there putting up with the ignominy that their husband’s 100 percent responsible for and yet being loyal.
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