Beck Says Constitution Covers Him

6-2-14

The Boston Business Journal reports Glenn Beck, in a recent legal filing, says his on-air remarks inaccurately linking a Saudi Arabian student to the Boston Marathon bombings were protected by the First Amendment. Abdulrahman Alharbi was near the finish line when the bombs exploded and was investigated and cleared by police. On the air Beck called Alharbi a "bad, bad" person and said he financed the attacks. Beck has asked a federal judge to dismiss the case Alharb filed against him and Premiere.

(6/2/2014 8:44:52 AM)
His 'damn the facts' style represents everything that is wrong with talking heads on the left and right ends of the political spectrum. Anything is fair game in the name of driving ratings. It's sad that radio gives a platform for Glenn and others like him.
(6/2/2014 8:11:05 AM)
I read somewhere that Glenn was a fellow who never met a subtlety or nuance he wouldn't ignore. Perhaps it's no wonder he might be surprised.

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Smyth Honored at USS Constitution Museum

10-17-13
Greater Media Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Peter Smyth was featured among the honorees  at the 2013 USS Constitution Museum Chairman?s Dinner and Awards Ceremony last night at the Seaport Boston Hotel. Smyth received the Charles Francis Adams Award, given in honor of one of the Museum?s founders. This award is presented to a person who has given of himself or herself for the betterment of the community.

?Each award has significant meaning and the recipients were thoughtfully selected for the contributions that they have not only made to our community, but also to the Museum and the preservation of history for future generations,? said Anne Grimes Rand, President of the USS Constitution Museum.? From a fighting warship in 1812 to being named America?s Ship of State in 2009, ?Old Ironsides? is not only a hometown hero but an American icon. The Chairman?s Dinner is an opportunity for all to come together to honor her and those who upheld the ideals and the very characteristics that the USS Constitution has come to represent: dedication to community, commitment to purpose, and excellence in all endeavors.

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