tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post184762271556274368..comments2023-10-31T07:21:09.792-04:00Comments on William L. Anderson: Jury and Witness Intimidation in the LMJCWilliam L. Andersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01802990642236807359noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-29435451041668505382010-09-10T08:02:31.791-04:002010-09-10T08:02:31.791-04:00I agree with you 1000% Kaye. Channel 9 has had a l...I agree with you 1000% Kaye. Channel 9 has had a lot of problems over the last 20 years with their reporting. You can guarantee that they will be all over a story that isn't there, but when there is a story, they disappear. They have serious issues. I've said it a million times on this blog, but I stopped watching them years & years ago. When we had an incident at our jobsite (which was completely un-newsworthy), they were first on the "scene" to start their antics. The panic & racial tensions THEY created cost people money & some their jobs. It caused me to have to be on medication. I'm actually glad I only have 2 or 3 shows I even watch on ABC, so it saves me the pain of even having to see their "news breaks". LOL. <br /><br />I did love the way Tonya's trial ended up exposing the LMJC for what it is. Also, very proud of the reporters who stood their ground & didn't back down. One of them lives in CC & it could have been very ugly for her. It's still amazing to see Dennis' & Kevin's tweets & opinions on the fiasco. Another thing, I, of course, watched the verdict on channel 3. You could hear & see the relief of David Carroll & Cindy Sexton. It was an awesome thing to witness. <br /><br />Btw, I'm the earlier poster.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-32487875451128639302010-09-08T19:26:23.562-04:002010-09-08T19:26:23.562-04:00anon 7:57:
Make no mistake about it, I disagree w...anon 7:57:<br /><br />Make no mistake about it, I disagree with the way Newschannel 9covered the whole Tonya Craft story from the very beginning to the very end. My point was simply to say that bias will be perceived differently depending on which side of the fence you are on. I would venture to guess that somebody like the plaintiffs in this case, or HAG + F loved Channel 9's coverage! Most everyone else did not.<br /><br />As far as neutrality, the only time I can envision zero bias is when somebody is completely indifferent on a subject. That might be easier said than done. Certainly in this case, I have a hard time envisioning ANY living, breathing reporter having the ability to witness the things that happened in that courtroom and still maintain a neutral stance. Losing one's neutrality does not necessarily mean that the reporting becomes inaccurate or unfair. As a matter of fact, quite the contrary. <br /><br />Because Channel 9 had already presumed guilt and practically shouted it from the rooftops, they completely missed the bigger story! Dennis Norwood didn't miss it, neither did Melydia, Callie, or Kevin West. After 22 days of testimony, the story was no longer simply about one woman's guilt or innocence. The ultimate story was how skewed and mangled our judicial system had become, especially in the LMJC. It also exposed the fact that CAC had on its payroll unqualified, and careless people in charge of forensic interviews and examinations who perceived themselves to be part of the prosecution team. While Channel 9 was busy regurgitating the prosecution's viewpoint, there were other media outlets doing the right thing and actually informing the citizens of the truth. THAT is reporting! And because the REAL story didn't begin or end with Tonya Craft, it is still being told.Kayenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-75816168383090813172010-09-08T15:07:53.483-04:002010-09-08T15:07:53.483-04:00Sandra Lamb is nothing but a dressed up whore. Gl...Sandra Lamb is nothing but a dressed up whore. Glad Greg finally figured out she was banging everything with an appendage.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-14891315931781581332010-09-08T07:57:50.632-04:002010-09-08T07:57:50.632-04:00Yeah, but they laid Melydia off for a "younge...Yeah, but they laid Melydia off for a "younger" audience. She was shafted & I know this personally. She is still friends with a lot of her former co-workers, but WRCB gave her a chance & it was under a huge microscope. <br /><br />As far as biased, it was just really odd that channel 9 whas the only one reporting something different. Some days, there were 9 or 10 reporters in the pool room & only one came out with a different version of events? They were very slanted & always have been. They also like to take any call they get and run with it, then when there really isn't anything there, it just magically disappears.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-6691215308293096462010-09-07T19:11:34.349-04:002010-09-07T19:11:34.349-04:00Here's the thing about bias--opinions will var...Here's the thing about bias--opinions will vary depending on which side you are on. <br /><br />Yeah, poor Kevin. He might get a cold shoulder from some of his colleagues from Channel 9. As bad as Channel 9 is, I remember Melydia Clewell, who I really admire and trust, worked there many years before landing at WRCB.Kayenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-88162858671558621782010-09-07T18:50:51.229-04:002010-09-07T18:50:51.229-04:00The "unnamed competitor (Newschannel Slime) j...The "unnamed competitor (Newschannel Slime) just happens to be Talk Radio's television partner. I know that Kevin must have felt uncomfortable during the discussion.<br /><br />I don't think Tonya's show is going to be much of a hit with Slime. Their coverage of her case dealt them a huge blow and they lost hundreds if not thousands of viewers because of it.<br /><br />I personally communicated with the news director and he thought that they were fair and balanced. He's an idiot and wouldn't know fair and balanced if it kicked him in the ass.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-48130510766594431172010-09-07T18:07:54.549-04:002010-09-07T18:07:54.549-04:00Since I had already followed the Tonya Craft trial...Since I had already followed the Tonya Craft trial closely, most of the radio program was a review of information for me already. I thought she did a good job, and I suspect her show will become even more polished in time.<br /><br />Thumbs up: for the discussion about whether the jurors' decision were affected by the media.<br /><br />Thumbs down: for the awkward position that the media panel was put in when asked about the media bias of an unnamed competitor. Brilliant answer by Starnes who gracefully chartered these waters.<br /><br />Looking forward to the upcoming discussion surrounding the Grand Jury and indictments.Kayenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-62360813626605865332010-09-07T17:43:39.840-04:002010-09-07T17:43:39.840-04:00Another Great blog, Mr Anderson. Keep them coming....Another Great blog, Mr Anderson. Keep them coming.I lisen to Toyna's Radio Show, She did a great job. she is going to be a very good host. Way to go Toyna.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-14280481409966123422010-09-07T16:03:22.539-04:002010-09-07T16:03:22.539-04:00Well, so far Tonya has pretty much dealt a devasta...Well, so far Tonya has pretty much dealt a devastating blow to the myth that LMJC tried to propagate that the media somehow influenced the jury verdict. Amazing, but not surprising, that yet again, nothing that comes from the LMJC about this case has credibility or is supported by facts.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-34295262357530975922010-09-07T10:22:31.699-04:002010-09-07T10:22:31.699-04:00I am so excited to hear Tonya on the radio. I know...I am so excited to hear Tonya on the radio. I know it's not her "thing" or what she set out to do 20 years ago, but as the weeks go on, I believe she will become comfortable & relaxed. We can all probably guess the first few shows will be a lot of congratulations & "way to go's", but hopefully she will be able to get her story out. <br /><br />Oh, and for those of you in the LMJC & your "believers/followers", good luck at trying to break her down. She's already proven her strength against you & I say, bring it on!!! <br /><br />Bill, excellent work again. Keep shedding the light & even though a couple of people want you to "shut up", PLEASE don't!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-52253623550277635142010-09-07T10:08:34.956-04:002010-09-07T10:08:34.956-04:00WGOW Talkradio has Listen Live you can link to for...WGOW Talkradio has <a href="http://www.wgow.com/home.asp" rel="nofollow">Listen Live</a> you can link to for Tonya’s program.<br /><br />That program, <a href="http://www.wgow.com/showdj.asp?DJID=56524" rel="nofollow">The Truth of the Matter,</a> has the web page at WGOW’s site, which is to include a link for a podcast to listen to later if you miss Tonya live. There is also a link to her blog at WGOW, but nothing there to read at this time.kbphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11814695387546108048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-51997686316485710692010-09-07T08:34:07.452-04:002010-09-07T08:34:07.452-04:00shared.
Thank you, Billshared.<br /><br />Thank you, BillDoc Ellis 124https://www.blogger.com/profile/08543939658083915285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-90728482117444700752010-09-07T08:30:53.727-04:002010-09-07T08:30:53.727-04:00As more and more time passes since the verdict, it...As more and more time passes since the verdict, it seems as if more people support Tonya, if that's possible. She fought back against what so many of us didn't, and won. She's given everyone in LMJC reason to hope they can beat these horrendous charges, instead of praying the accuser(s) change their mind before an indictment or trial. Tonya can count herself as an angel for those in these situations and I only hope she finds complete happiness soon, with her children home where they belong.<br /><br />As for LMJC, don't think they're the only ones doing as they please despite the law around here. There is so much corruption it's mind boggling. But thanks to people like Bill, we're finally opening our eyes and demanding change - either from those elected to administer everything from country coroner to the county commissioner or they might just find out the hard way they were never elected for life.KC Sprayberryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01090961846554719289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-286599265273958850.post-62802266246271014672010-09-07T07:44:28.708-04:002010-09-07T07:44:28.708-04:00Sandra has earned her place in the spotlight, more...Sandra has earned her place in the spotlight, moreso than her daughter. Yet it's for all the wrong reasons. I feel sorry for her having to explain all this to the daughter as she gets older and realizes what "mommy" did to her.<br />I sure hope they have Tonya's radio show live on the web, which I think they do. It will be interesting to see who calls in.eagle1noreply@blogger.com