Gibbs on the way out?

[jefferson_dem]

Among the biggest changes could be the departure of press secretary Robert Gibbs , who is said to be exploring the possibility of leaving the White House altogether, perhaps to set up his own consulting shop and play a leading role in the 2012 campaign, two Democrats said. That move could happen in the coming weeks.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/01/04/AR2011010403135.html?hpid=topnews

I can see this happening. Gibbs has served admirably but it's probably time for a new face in the press rooml most press secretaries serve for 2-3 years. Bill Burton would do a bang-up job...

[gateley]

1. I've never been a fan of Gibbs. I just always got the impression he had an "us

against them" attitude. I understand his job is to present the "news" as the WH wants, but I just never liked him. Not that you asked. :7

Who is Bill Burton?

[eleny]

2. Deputy Press Sec'y

[gateley]

3. Thanks! What do you think of him? nt

[eleny]

4. My personal reaction to him is negative

He's too soft spoken for me. I'd like to see a Press Secy who squares their shoulders and takes no crap - someone who gives as good as they get.

Maybe the Rude Pundit? :rofl:

[truebrit71]

5. I think Rude would be perfect!!

:evilgrin:

[gateley]

9. Ha! The Rude Pundit would be great!! I actually initially thought "Rachel" but

I realize the job isn't to level with the people, but rather to present the 'varnished truth'. :7

[madinmaryland]

10. Heh! I'd love to see the M$M try and show his comments!!

:rofl:

[high density]

12. My opinion of him is primarly shaped by this quote from the general election:

[woo me with science]

14. I never liked him either.

He always seemed arrogant and petulant. Better to get a more likable face on this administration.

[Ozymanithrax]

6. I nominate Jon Stewart as Press Secretary...

Yes, I know it would never happen.

[frazzled]

7. Bring back Linda Douglass

I thought she was great as Obama's healthcare director of communications. Plus, having been a former ABC and CBS correspondent, she really knows the media.

I vote for Douglass: she's really smart and clear-headed.

[AtomicKitten]

8. Excellent idea. I support that choice.

[Clio the Leo]

11. Nah, I like Burton and all...

..... but would rather he not take over. #zzzzzzz

[jefferson_dem]

13. well, that answers that.