CNN's Victor Blackwell presses the Chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Cheri Bustos over the fact that Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) refuses to pay her dues.
#CNN #News
Interview gets testy: You can’t give me a yes or no answer
NO, NO, NO TO YOUR QUESTION. IT IS EITHER YES OR NO AND IT IS APPARENT THE ANSWER IS NO.
Give me a yes or no answer to this question. “Kimberly, have you quit abusing your husband and children yet?” Just a simple yes or no.
@Joe Zyzyx yes, I never abuse them in the first place
Is she good for the democrats?
=I respect her, she raises lots of money bla3
Just say “I’ll take that long answer as a NO” and then see if she corrects it. And continue from there.
@Robert H
On the contrary, and as most Americans know, it’s Fox “News” that constantly provides all the Fake News – not CNN.
My name also is jeff Smith
That’s smart
Victor you are a CLASS ACT
You said “I didn’t get there” even though she’s the one who’s dodging your question
Don Lemon should be replaced by this guy. 🤔
****MEDIA FAIL**** — Questions were answered, just not with a ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ CNN making mountains out of molehills, trying to stir controversy, jack ratings, mesmerize the masses for more mega-moola. It’s all about the “SOUND BITE,” right, CNN, not the substance of the issue here? Fact is, DCCC and AOC may have their differences, but the common ground between them is vast, far more than any petty disagreements. We all know that, but CNN not going to let the truth get in the way of fabricating a fiction for followers of such foolery.
DCCC’s Bustos didn’t do herself any favors, either. We expect politicians to speak diplomatically and to parse their words to please the largest proportion of people. However, here the affirmative admission was made in both instances, anyway, so a simple straightforward ‘yes’ answer to both questions would be appropriate, reflecting both on her and Democrats favorably. Instead, Bustos comes off as being less than honest, reflecting poorly on both herself and Democrats–pointlessly, for no good reason, whatsoever! In fact, she was being honest, if also reserved and reticent, in her answers.
The bottom line here is the reporter kept redundantly asking the same questions, despite being supplied the same AFFIRMATIVE answers each time. That’s on the reporter, not the DCCC chair. Doggedly determined to dig dirt and dominate, but denied going down in the ditch, diatribe dip at the CNN desk deserved to be dangled and dissed.
I hope those who voted Nay gets replaced by new Dems
Bustos has a record of being a republicunt in Democrats clothing just like Joe Manchin.
@O SNOOPY SNOOP #1 I agree she is
@Dalea Nolan Too many keyboard warriors online.
This women is exactly what is wrong with politics!!!
She should be ashamed… Sticking to a bad message is not a tallent. Just ask Sarah Sanders…
gaiapj Thank you!!!❤️
****MEDIA FAIL**** — Questions were answered, just not with a ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ CNN making mountains out of molehills, trying to stir controversy, jack ratings, mesmerize the masses for more mega-moola. It’s all about the “SOUND BITE,” right, CNN, not the substance of the issue here? Fact is, DCCC and AOC may have their differences, but the common ground between them is vast, far more than any petty disagreements. We all know that, but CNN not going to let the truth get in the way of fabricating a fiction for followers of such foolery.
DCCC’s Bustos didn’t do herself any favors, either. We expect politicians to speak diplomatically and to parse their words to please the largest proportion of people. However, here the affirmative admission was made in both instances, anyway, so a simple straightforward ‘yes’ answer to both questions would be appropriate, reflecting both on her and Democrats favorably. Instead, Bustos comes off as being less than honest, reflecting poorly on both herself and Democrats–pointlessly, for no good reason, whatsoever! In fact, she was being honest, if also reserved and reticent, in her answers.
The bottom line here is the reporter kept redundantly asking the same questions, despite being supplied the same AFFIRMATIVE answers each time. That’s on the reporter, not the DCCC chair. Doggedly determined to dig dirt and dominate, but denied going down in the ditch, diatribe dip at the CNN desk deserved to be dangled and dissed.
Cheri Bustos talks a lot like the Republicans the way she tries to get around answering questions… I don’t like her!
@Tracy MNO HE.MEANT MEXICO PAYING FOR WALL, WILL RELEASE MY TAXES, UNDER IRS AUDIT, BIGGER INAUGURATION, DIDN’T HAVE SEX WITH STORMY DANIELS, DIDN’T PAY STORMY DANIELS FOR SEX NOT HAD…NO MEETING WITH RUSSIA, NO $$$ FROM RUSSIA, NO COLLUSION WITH RUSSIA, ALL 64 WOMEN ACCUSING ME OF SEXUAL ASSAULT, NEVER MET EM YOU TYPICAL GOP HYPOCRITE
Guess why that is? Could it be because corporate democrats are simply republican light?
Me neither.
@Raren77yes.
****MEDIA FAIL**** — Questions were answered, just not with a ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ CNN making mountains out of molehills, trying to stir controversy, jack ratings, mesmerize the masses for more mega-moola. It’s all about the “SOUND BITE,” right, CNN, not the substance of the issue here? Fact is, DCCC and AOC may have their differences, but the common ground between them is vast, far more than any petty disagreements. We all know that, but CNN not going to let the truth get in the way of fabricating a fiction for followers of such foolery.
DCCC’s Bustos didn’t do herself any favors, either. We expect politicians to speak diplomatically and to parse their words to please the largest proportion of people. However, here the affirmative admission was made in both instances, anyway, so a simple straightforward ‘yes’ answer to both questions would be appropriate, reflecting both on her and Democrats favorably. Instead, Bustos comes off as being less than honest, reflecting poorly on both herself and Democrats–pointlessly, for no good reason, whatsoever! In fact, she was being honest, if also reserved and reticent, in her answers.
The bottom line here is the reporter kept redundantly asking the same questions, despite being supplied the same AFFIRMATIVE answers each time. That’s on the reporter, not the DCCC chair. Doggedly determined to dig dirt and dominate, but denied going down in the ditch, diatribe dip at the CNN desk deserved to be dangled and dissed.
This lady, Bustos, is clearly not a progressive.
Sam Smith <<< Fake Page Troll 🚨
Phone One <<< Fake Page Troll. 🚨
****MEDIA FAIL**** — Questions were answered, just not with a ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ CNN making mountains out of molehills, trying to stir controversy, jack ratings, mesmerize the masses for more mega-moola. It’s all about the “SOUND BITE,” right, CNN, not the substance of the issue here? Fact is, DCCC and AOC may have their differences, but the common ground between them is vast, far more than any petty disagreements. We all know that, but CNN not going to let the truth get in the way of fabricating a fiction for followers of such foolery.
DCCC’s Bustos didn’t do herself any favors, either. We expect politicians to speak diplomatically and to parse their words to please the largest proportion of people. However, here the affirmative admission was made in both instances, anyway, so a simple straightforward ‘yes’ answer to both questions would be appropriate, reflecting both on her and Democrats favorably. Instead, Bustos comes off as being less than honest, reflecting poorly on both herself and Democrats–pointlessly, for no good reason, whatsoever! In fact, she was being honest, if also reserved and reticent, in her answers.
The bottom line here is the reporter kept redundantly asking the same questions, despite being supplied the same AFFIRMATIVE answers each time. That’s on the reporter, not the DCCC chair. Doggedly determined to dig dirt and dominate, but denied going down in the ditch, diatribe dip at the CNN desk deserved to be dangled and dissed.
@Sam Smith Sorry…dude…you are a total moron. Communists don’t even really exist. I’m old enough to remember the Soviet Union and the Berlin Wall
She’s helping the Trumpster re-election campaign
OMG, WHY CANT SHE ANSWER THE QUESTION ?? Then shes says “You Tried” when he says he tried to get an answer 4 times.. WTF ??
Because it’s a “gotcha” question and she is not obligated to answer the way the interviewer wants her to…
Because YOU DON’T WANT TO HEAR THE ANSWER!
David Foster oh we heard the answers
She’s an establishment hack
@Kern Albert The second question was an obvious snipe attempt, and she responded to it appropriately. The first question, though, was objective and fair. All she did was dodge it.
Typical pathetic politician, can never give a straight answer
American Joe Show they will never tell us the truth about anything !
Politicians just love dodging questions.🤣
Just say “I’ll take that long answer as a NO” and then see if she corrects it. And continue from there.
Phatkillz My thoughts exactly
The Mysterious Now That’s actually a damn perfect way that they should all do it!! Damn good idea!!!❤️
@Joe Zyzyx 4:09 – He asked to a Yes or No question, and her ability to answer the question asked of her was deficient. It’s called obfuscation.
“How you choose to take my affirmative answer is beyond anyone else’s control.” Bustos did repeatedly respond in the affirmative to the second question. The first question was also answered if you were following along. Trump’s illegally using the AUMF as a basis for the authorization. Doesn’t matter if we repeal the AUMF, if Trump is only going to break the law, anyway. Do you not get that?
As a progressive, very much want the AUMF repealed, but these are sticky, complicated issued involving national security that could hinder future Presidents from protecting us. This is something that needs to be examined closely and thoughtfully debated, not just ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answers in a rush to judgment to please some TV anchor.
****MEDIA FAIL**** — Questions were answered, just not with a ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ CNN making mountains out of molehills, trying to stir controversy, jack ratings, mesmerize the masses for more mega-moola. It’s all about the “SOUND BITE,” right, CNN, not the substance of the issue here? Fact is, DCCC and AOC may have their differences, but the common ground between them is vast, far more than any petty disagreements. We all know that, but CNN not going to let the truth get in the way of fabricating a fiction for followers of such foolery.
DCCC’s Bustos didn’t do herself any favors, either. We expect politicians to speak diplomatically and to parse their words to please the largest proportion of people. However, here the affirmative admission was made in both instances, anyway, so a simple straightforward ‘yes’ answer to both questions would be appropriate, reflecting both on her and Democrats favorably. Instead, Bustos comes off as being less than honest, reflecting poorly on both herself and Democrats–pointlessly, for no good reason, whatsoever! In fact, she was being honest, if also reserved and reticent, in her answers.
The bottom line here is the reporter kept redundantly asking the same questions, despite being supplied the same AFFIRMATIVE answers each time. That’s on the reporter, not the DCCC chair. Doggedly determined to dig dirt and dominate, but denied going down in the ditch, diatribe dip at the CNN desk deserved to be dangled and dissed.
She’s an establishment clown. It is now abundantly clear
“Ah look I…I…you’re…you’re..I ..I …uh”
Amen
****MEDIA FAIL**** — Questions were answered, just not with a ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ CNN making mountains out of molehills, trying to stir controversy, jack ratings, mesmerize the masses for more mega-moola. It’s all about the “SOUND BITE,” right, CNN, not the substance of the issue here? Fact is, DCCC and AOC may have their differences, but the common ground between them is vast, far more than any petty disagreements. We all know that, but CNN not going to let the truth get in the way of fabricating a fiction for followers of such foolery.
DCCC’s Bustos didn’t do herself any favors, either. We expect politicians to speak diplomatically and to parse their words to please the largest proportion of people. However, here the affirmative admission was made in both instances, anyway, so a simple straightforward ‘yes’ answer to both questions would be appropriate, reflecting both on her and Democrats favorably. Instead, Bustos comes off as being less than honest, reflecting poorly on both herself and Democrats–pointlessly, for no good reason, whatsoever! In fact, she was being honest, if also reserved and reticent, in her answers.
The bottom line here is the reporter kept redundantly asking the same questions, despite being supplied the same AFFIRMATIVE answers each time. That’s on the reporter, not the DCCC chair. Doggedly determined to dig dirt and dominate, but denied going down in the ditch, diatribe dip at the CNN desk deserved to be dangled and dissed.
We shouldn’t vote for anybody who doesn’t answer yes or no
agreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed
We shouldn’t vote for anybody who simplistically thinks everything is black or white, can be answered with a ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ That’s kind of how we got Trump, remember?
When you said nobody saw this coming, you mean “congress” didn’t see this coming. We the public seen this coming two years ago. Grow up and get a spine. This is getting Ridiculous.
She didn’t answer one question…… Useless interview
“is someone good?” is never a yes or no question. I wish she and others would push back on this need for oversimplification.
Moderator: Blah Blah Blah yes or no?
Politician: Let me tell you a story that doesn’t answer the question.
Are you a pedophile, or posting online? Yes or no, please!
You: Let me be intellectually dishonest and not admit to being wrong.
****MEDIA FAIL**** — Questions were answered, just not with a ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ CNN making mountains out of molehills, trying to stir controversy, jack ratings, mesmerize the masses for more mega-moola. It’s all about the “SOUND BITE,” right, CNN, not the substance of the issue here? Fact is, DCCC and AOC may have their differences, but the common ground between them is vast, far more than any petty disagreements. We all know that, but CNN not going to let the truth get in the way of fabricating a fiction for followers of such foolery.
DCCC’s Bustos didn’t do herself any favors, either. We expect politicians to speak diplomatically and to parse their words to please the largest proportion of people. However, here the affirmative admission was made in both instances, anyway, so a simple straightforward ‘yes’ answer to both questions would be appropriate, reflecting both on her and Democrats favorably. Instead, Bustos comes off as being less than honest, reflecting poorly on both herself and Democrats–pointlessly, for no good reason, whatsoever! In fact, she was being honest, if also reserved and reticent, in her answers.
The bottom line here is the reporter kept redundantly asking the same questions, despite being supplied the same AFFIRMATIVE answers each time. That’s on the reporter, not the DCCC chair. Doggedly determined to dig dirt and dominate, but denied going down in the ditch, diatribe dip at the CNN desk deserved to be dangled and dissed.