Outrage over Ron Paul's 90 seconds

A new high (or should I say 'low') in the blatant media censorship of Ron Paul has just been achieved in the CBS/National Journal Republican Presidential Debate held Saturday night US time.

Despite polling outright third place in some of the key early voting states, Ron Paul was given less than 90 seconds of speaking time in the televised component of the debate, which went for an hour.

It appears CBS tried to dupe Ron Paul's constituency and cover up their censorship by, very unusually, continuing the debate for online audiences after the televised portion had ended, and giving Ron Paul more air time among the diminished online audience, who already largely support him anyway.

Ron Paul's Campaign Manager released the following statement:

“Ron Paul consistently polls among the top three in the key early voting states of Iowa and New Hampshire. He is polling in double digits in most respected polls.

“Congressman Paul is ranked among the top three in fundraising results.

“Congressman Paul serves on the House Foreign Relations Committee.

“Congressman Paul is a veteran.

“And, Congressman Paul has contrasting views on foreign policy that many Americans find worthy of inquiry and discussion.

“CBS's treatment of Congressman Paul is disgraceful, especially given that tonight’s debate centered on foreign policy and national security.

“Congressman Paul was only allocated 90 seconds of speaking in one televised hour. If we are to have an authentic national conversation on issues such as security and defense, we can and must do better to ensure that all voices are heard.

“CBS News, in their arrogance, may think they can choose the next president. Fortunately, the people of Iowa, New Hampshire, and across America get to vote and not the media elites.”