The past few days the news and talk shows have been featuring three stories: bonuses, the tragedy of Natasha Richardson and how history will be made on Thursday night.
What history will be made on Thursday night that the media outlets are so heavily promoting? Barak Obama, a "sitting President" will be on a talk show.
I have incredible respect for the host (and his wife) of this talk show. He has the true gift of humour. It is intelligent, witty and not at the expense of others.
He is very charitable, yet hides from the kudos which is associated with donations whether it be financial or public appearances. If there was a choice to be given, as to who deserves and should receive the honour of the President as a guest on their show, I would chose him. He leads, not by his chin but by example.
Yet, there is a very serious question which appears not to have been asked. Is it fair for a "sitting President" to go on one talk show and not another? How does he decide and what criteria supports that decision? Millions of people will be tuning in.
There are tangible financial benefits resulting from the President’s appearance, to the show and the television network. These benefits will be both immediate and long term.
It would be interesting to know if the advertisers on tonight's show are paying a premium. The only way one might consider this equitable would be if there is no advertising before and during the show. Otherwise, one might question the motivation.
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