With the media fixated on her marriage, Conway can't live happily ever after
Of course, what a wife and husband have to say to each other -- especially on a matter about which they disagree -- is no one else's business.
Kellyanne and George are public figures, but they're not public property. Journalists can ask Kellyanne about politics, or George about the law. But it's bad form -- and awful manners -- to ask one about the other on live television.
The interview started off comically with Blitzer insisting, "I don't want to talk about your marriage." Then he talked about her marriage.
When someone says: "It's not about the money," it's usually about the money.
Worst of all, Blitzer made a backhanded comment about how there were "issues" in Conway's marriage -- you know because she works for Trump, and her husband is a frequent Trump critic.
Issues in her marriage? Are you kidding me? Flag on the play!
Blitzer was way out of line, and he richly deserved the scolding he got from Conway on the spot for delving into the sophomoric gossip mill.
Is this what has become of you, Conway tersely asked Blitzer. Is this what has become of CNN?
Yes. Unfortunately, it is. Once they decide you're a bad person, they think it gives them license to treat you badly.
Good for Conway for sticking up for herself. Shame on CNN, and shame on Blitzer. Even in our business, there are lines forged by decency. And you crossed one.
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