The unique perspective and provocative opinions of Joe O’Neill
Media Matters
“In establishing American independence, the pen and press had merit equal to that of the sword.”—Historian David Ramsay, in 1789. No, it wasn’t the enemy of the formerly colonized people.
“CNN is one of the world’s most successful multi-platform global news brands. But we can’t thrive as a company unless we find new sources of revenue.”—CNN Chairman and Chief Executive Mark Thompson. CNN is cutting 100 positions across the company as it accelerates its push into digital subscription products.
“Good Will Humping”: One of Stormy Daniels’ adult movies.
Ron DeSantis’ post gubernatorial ambitions? Hints: He spoke at the GOP convention that coronated Trump. He has his acronymed PAC, RON (Restore Our Nation). He also recently guest-hosted Sean Hannity’s nationally-syndicated radio show. Look for him to become a Fox fixture.
More doubling down: Kevin Roberts, the head of the odious Project 2025, has a book coming out in September. Its forward is written by JD Vance.
“The whole point of American journalism has always been detachment from authority so that critical analysis is possible.”—Journalist Marvin Kalb, the founder of the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy.