Dick Morris visited the Hannity show for his regular Monday night gig last night and continued his wildly optimistic forecast for Romney’s electoral win in November. Normally, Hannity sits politely through Morris’ wacky predictions. But last night, as Morris forecast a Romney win Florida, Ohio, Nevada, Virginia and Pennsylvania and is currently “competitive” in Michigan, Hannity could not pretend to buy it.
Hannity said he could not predict who would win the presidential election in November. But he tactily acknowledged that Romney’s in some real trouble right now because he urged the Romney campaign to “act as though it’s the 4th quarter and they’re down a touchdown and they need no-huddle offense and they need to bring it into the end zone.”
Morris, on the other hand, said he could predict the winner and it’s Romney. “He’s at the moment in a very strong position,” Morris insisted.
Of course, Morris may be the only one who thinks so. Nate Silver, at The New York Times, notes that Obama’s poll numbers, in the context of the historic polling of incumbents in September, along with Silver’s own predictions and those of bookmakers all give Obama about an 80% chance of being re-elected. And conservative pundits such as Peggy Noonan, David Brooks and Bill Kristol would seem to agree.
But as Morris went on to predict that Romney would run the table in Florida, Ohio, Nevada, Virginia and Pennsylvania, Hannity could not keep quiet.
“Oh, come on,” he said.
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Kevin Koster commented
2012-09-26 03:38:05 -0400
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I’m beginning to wonder if Morris isn’t genuinely unhinged. The new Black Helicopters book seems to indicate that this is the case…
In the case of his bizarre conclusions about the presidential race, I really have to ask what the man is smoking. On the same evening, in the prior hour, both Bill O’Reilly and Brit Hume grudgingly admitted that Obama is handily winning the swing states. Hume actually went far enough to establish his post-election excuse – that Obama is a better politician than Romney, who he called “inept”. Of course, Hume couldn’t resist showing a little anger when he groused that Obama was somehow resisting “gravity” by maintaining his lead over Romney.
But in the next hour, you have Dick Morris stubbornly singing on through the air raid…
In the case of his bizarre conclusions about the presidential race, I really have to ask what the man is smoking. On the same evening, in the prior hour, both Bill O’Reilly and Brit Hume grudgingly admitted that Obama is handily winning the swing states. Hume actually went far enough to establish his post-election excuse – that Obama is a better politician than Romney, who he called “inept”. Of course, Hume couldn’t resist showing a little anger when he groused that Obama was somehow resisting “gravity” by maintaining his lead over Romney.
But in the next hour, you have Dick Morris stubbornly singing on through the air raid…
spacegod commented
2012-09-25 18:13:18 -0400
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Dick talks out of both sides of his mouth. Literally.
spacegod commented
2012-09-25 18:07:25 -0400
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Lakeview Greg: “Sounds like Dickie has been huffing toenail polish.”
That’s just because the little guy is so close to everyone’s feet.
That’s just because the little guy is so close to everyone’s feet.
doors17 commented
2012-09-25 13:19:02 -0400
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Eventually Dick will get one of his predictions right, and when he does Iâm sure weâll never hear the end of it.
I know with six weeks to go changes can happen with the polls, but I wonder if this pro-Romney enthusiasm that Dick is displaying is to make sure the Râs wonât lose any support or faith from those who will think all is lost at the top of ticket and then stay home that could cost them the House and Senate. I remember in 1980 when the networks called it for Reagan over Carter two hours before our polls here in California closed, and it depressed the voter turnout for the Dâs.
I know with six weeks to go changes can happen with the polls, but I wonder if this pro-Romney enthusiasm that Dick is displaying is to make sure the Râs wonât lose any support or faith from those who will think all is lost at the top of ticket and then stay home that could cost them the House and Senate. I remember in 1980 when the networks called it for Reagan over Carter two hours before our polls here in California closed, and it depressed the voter turnout for the Dâs.
mj - the same one commented
2012-09-25 13:18:19 -0400
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@Mike Larkin: “Dick Morris is funnier.”
Perhaps — but, like most rightwingnuts, only unintentionally.
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Perhaps — but, like most rightwingnuts, only unintentionally.
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mj - the same one commented
2012-09-25 13:16:52 -0400
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Morris, on the other hand, said he could predict the winner and itâs Romney.
Sure you can, ’lil dick — just as you COULD predict the winner of the 2008 presidential race between Condi Rice and Hillary Clinton . . .
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Sure you can, ’lil dick — just as you COULD predict the winner of the 2008 presidential race between Condi Rice and Hillary Clinton . . .
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Mike Larkin commented
2012-09-25 13:12:40 -0400
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I worked at an NYC fundraiser that was sponsored by the Wm. Morris Talent Agency.
The best of their stable was out that night doing a few minutes schtick for a worthy cause.
The likes of Henny Youngman, Alan King, Freddy Roman, Jackie Mason and many more had folks rolling in the aisles all night long.
Dick Morris is funnier.
The best of their stable was out that night doing a few minutes schtick for a worthy cause.
The likes of Henny Youngman, Alan King, Freddy Roman, Jackie Mason and many more had folks rolling in the aisles all night long.
Dick Morris is funnier.
GasGuzzler12 commented
2012-09-25 13:03:04 -0400
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That Morris can get Hannity to basically say he’s full of shit is really something. The fact Morris says Romney will win Pennsylvania shows he’s the biggest fool on Fox News. Even Hannity must be thinking “I have to drop this guy.”
newzhound commented
2012-09-25 12:21:12 -0400
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Ellen: Bookmakers don’t “predict.” Their goal is to set odds that will draw equal bets from both sides of the contest. When the San Francisco 49’ers were playing so well with Joe Montana and Steve Young at QB, Tahoe casinos had to set absolutely ridiculous odds to encourage people to bet against the red and gold.
They weren’t predicting blowout victories for the 9’ers – they wanted to balance the book of bets, and that’s what it took.
Intrade is “paramutual” – there’s no house. Players bet against each other. The 70:30 split there honestly reflects people backing their predictions with cash.
They weren’t predicting blowout victories for the 9’ers – they wanted to balance the book of bets, and that’s what it took.
Intrade is “paramutual” – there’s no house. Players bet against each other. The 70:30 split there honestly reflects people backing their predictions with cash.
Lakeview Greg commented
2012-09-25 12:20:41 -0400
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Sounds like Dickie has been huffing toenail polish.
Visitor 55 commented
2012-09-25 12:14:51 -0400
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Well, damn! There is a bigger liar than kkklannity!
President Obama is in a good position. What Democratics need to remember is that they can’t get too comfortable. All registered Democratics who say they’re going to vote for President Obama need to actually vote. Tell everyone you know to make sure they’re registered, make sure they have the proper ID, and make sure they vote!
President Obama is in a good position. What Democratics need to remember is that they can’t get too comfortable. All registered Democratics who say they’re going to vote for President Obama need to actually vote. Tell everyone you know to make sure they’re registered, make sure they have the proper ID, and make sure they vote!
truman commented
2012-09-25 11:46:26 -0400
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After election day when MagicUnderwear Mitt retreats in defeat to one of his half dozen luxury mansions, whoremongering toe-sucking pervert Dick Morris will conveniently forget his bogus prediction. Some say that toenail polish is a perfect amnesiac drug.
newzhound commented
2012-09-25 11:11:10 -0400
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zaglossus:
What’s to apologize for? We haven’t had the election yet. Nobody is declaring a winner. Am I pleased with where Mr. Obama is today? Of course.
If Mr. Obama wins Florida, he’s re-elected. If he wins Ohio and Virginia, ditto. if he wins Ohio and Colorado, Iowa, Nevada or New Hampshire, ditto. If he wins Virginia and any two out of Colorado, Iowa, Nevada and New Hampshire, ditto. Here’s the killer: He can lose Florida, Ohio and Virginia and still win if he takes Colorado, Iowa, Nevada and New Hampshire.
Right here right now, Mr. Obama has multiple paths to victory. ®Money has to run the table.
Would®Money change positions with Mr. Obama? In a heartbeat.
What’s to apologize for? We haven’t had the election yet. Nobody is declaring a winner. Am I pleased with where Mr. Obama is today? Of course.
If Mr. Obama wins Florida, he’s re-elected. If he wins Ohio and Virginia, ditto. if he wins Ohio and Colorado, Iowa, Nevada or New Hampshire, ditto. If he wins Virginia and any two out of Colorado, Iowa, Nevada and New Hampshire, ditto. Here’s the killer: He can lose Florida, Ohio and Virginia and still win if he takes Colorado, Iowa, Nevada and New Hampshire.
Right here right now, Mr. Obama has multiple paths to victory. ®Money has to run the table.
Would®Money change positions with Mr. Obama? In a heartbeat.
zaglossus commented
2012-09-25 11:02:24 -0400
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I’ll come back and visit this post after the Election as well as the ones on the left who are already declaring it over and that Obama has won. One or the other will have a lot of egg on their face. But will the ones who are wrong apologize or lose their jobs? I doubt it.
doors17 commented
2012-09-25 11:01:28 -0400
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Weâre all well aware of Dickâs zero batting percentage on predictions, and while we have six weeks to go the odds and polls are definitely in the Presidentâs favor, I do fear what impact the voter ID laws could or will have.
Iâm not a big believer conspiracy theories, although I do find them entertaining or at least find some interest in what someone has to say, but if something diabolical is going on with our voting system, it wouldnât shock me.
Iâm not a big believer conspiracy theories, although I do find them entertaining or at least find some interest in what someone has to say, but if something diabolical is going on with our voting system, it wouldnât shock me.
