Fox’s Howard Kurtz Addresses Roger Ailes Departure

On MediaBuzz yesterday, host Howard Kurtz acknowledged that the departure of CEO Roger Ailes, after numerous allegations of sexual harassment, “has been a painful and embarrassing period for the network.” But, he added, “The news operation that the 76-year-old Ailes built, remains in place.

Kurtz presented what I consider a reasonably fair and balanced summary of the events that started with former host Gretchen Carlson suing Ailes for sexual harassment. Even if Kurtz did seem to repeatedly emphasize praise of Ailes and tributes to his importance – while ignoring the salacious details of what has been alleged against him and Fox.

Also not mentioned is the possibility that other heads will roll, too

But I’m not sure whether any other network would have done better in a similar situation.

Since Kurtz made this report, Michael Clemente, another high-level Fox executive has been dismissed.

Watch it below, from the July 24 MediaBuzz and decide for yourself.

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commented 2016-07-26 14:36:46 -0400 · Flag

What’s sorta been overlooked is Gretchen Carlson’s lawsuit against Ailes. It has been highly effective. Faux would have preferred to pay big bucks and sidestep the bad publicity. Her lawyers handled it well. I think she can still sue the piss out of Faux anyway. I wonder how many sexual harassment suits will be unleashed. Now that Ailes is gone, they may want to opt for chopping heads at high levels and save on some cold hard cash.

commented 2016-07-26 09:38:53 -0400 · Flag

Translation: Hi. I’m Howie Kurtz and I’m grateful for the chance to give my lips a rest from kissing 💋 Roger Ailes’ butt. Oh, and I’m so eager to kiss Rupert Murdoch’s bony butt cheeks when he shows up. 👌