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MSNBC's Fineman: Sounding 'Nuts' with 'Outrageous Statements' is a Plus in Tea Party
Stockman’s challenge to Cornyn anchors the discussion of Tea Party voters and controversial campaign statements.
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NewsBusters criticizes MSNBC commentators Howard Fineman and Chris Hayes for their discussion of Steve Stockman's challenge to Senator John Cornyn, arguing they portrayed Tea Party voters as drawn to provocative statements while overlooking comparable Democratic primary conflicts. The article includes excerpts from the program's discussion of the race and Republican Party divisions.
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