Katie Couric Staying at CBS...For Now

2008_07_katiec.jpgAfter speculation that she would leave CBS News well before her contract expires in 2011, CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric said she would be staying put. During the summer television press tour, she told reporters, "I have no plans to leave anytime soon. I'm very committed to the people here and the product." The product in question has lagged in ratings, placing third after NBC's and ABC's evening news broadcasts. Next week, all network anchors--Brian Williams, Charles Gibson and Couric--are joining Obama on his trip to the Middle East. When asked if the media was biased towards Obama, Couric said, "I don't think we're 'in the tank' at all. We talk to Sen. [John] McCain extensively. We go to events he allows us to cover."

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Boo! Bring on Gwen Ifel! A real human, and an excellent newswoman.

CBS must be a glutton for punishment. Far back in 3rd place in Evening News ratings, yet they keep her. Now that's what I call desperation.

Why put the brave face on this? It didn't work out. There's no harm in her saying adios. And they should bring Dan Rather back because, in spite of what 90% of the nation thinks of him, he is The Voice Of God.

Why do we care about this woman??

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