Charlie Gibson's Blog

You've brought integrity to the BLOG's. Obama will never has the "trust" of the American people until he or his campaign clears up the issues of his citizenship---and still no clarification. Does Obama hold duel citizenship?

Hey charley dont worry about it we love you any way just do your best, when you can we will understand as long as you are here. blogging take time and we know you are strapped so hey what can we say..

Oh, and I might add to my previous comment, that it is a way for your viewers to take part in the news reporting business by being able to interact with your views as I am doing now on your blog. And this is no small feeling of being more involved in that business. Thank you, Mr. Gibson.

That is what make you and your team better and we always want to watch, now you know just he little things like that that would be the smart thing to do, but only world news think of it hey thats why you are the best,

Charlie,
We greatly appreciate your taking the time to make offer your higly valued candid, knowledgeable personal observations. We continue to be confirmed fans and will now look forward to your blog with increasing interest.

I am overjoyed that Charlie Gibson is now entering this new world of the internet. I have another where I check in daily and talk to my friends there so this is not so new to me - and I am from the "old school" as well. I remember conventions previously where all the stations would run the coverage all day long-sometimes it was quite boring-I like the 1 hour show at 10:00 PM much better as I can still watch other programs or do other things and still get a gist of what is happening. Last night's show was truly amazing-Sen Kennedy gave an impressive speech and roused the 'ol tiger within him telling all of us to accept the new change because we cannot live without it any more. Bless him and his family and may his roar stay steadfast until he needs to quiet down. I loved Michele Obama and the intro from her brother, the voice over from her mother, and the entire speech-it is heartwarming to see someone of her stature show her heart and love for her husband and for the job he is preparing for-and the love of her children is something they will remember into their lives-and to add a little liveliness to the convention last night was not wrong-it was beautiful-they are learning history and loving every minute of it. I am not sure what I may do with respect to the Republican convention as I am definitely a Democrat but maybe at least listen to what may be said-but it is sad that McCain needs to be attacking Obama's choices when he himself has not been true to his word. Thanks, ABC for being the frontrunner in the News area and for bringing the best to our lives.
Ava

In Blog #2, I hear you wonder if that half hour of blogging and reading the responses are worth the time you spend, when you can be communicating with the "world". Well, Charlie, you have communicated with the world, all of us, for many years, and like any new endeavor, there's a bit of anxiety for the one who is initiating the new project.
This is my second return blog to you, because I believe that even a handful of responders will give you some kind of insight into the public response. Sure, even when you open up a blank journal and look at that first empty page, you think, "how long can I do this?" And, "what are the benefits?"
That's why it's called a journal.
For myself, I wrote 56 journals in 10 years, and eventually rid myself of any more paper; those journals were a way for me to process where I was in life. Now, I am journalling for the last 8 years on my hard drive, and because of the new technology, I have just learned to store my writing on a portable hard drive. At 65+ I try to get to that quiet time, daily, and put my thoughts and words "to paper" so to speak.
Those who respond and interact with you may give, as well as receive insight. Aren't we fortunate to be able to grow "older" gracefully. Keep it coming, and God bless!

When I worked at the Chicago Tribune, there was a general rule (the specifics of which fail me now) that we observed when it came to comments or complaints, namely that for however many people took the time to actually call in there was (some multiplier) who share the sentiment but didn't call in. There are many, many consumers of blogs out there, but many fewer who take the time to comment. I get a comment or two per post on my blog – and sometimes none at all – yet lately, my blog's been logging about 500 hits a day.

Of course, I'm a fan and therefore horribly biased, but I do believe blogging is worth your time. If anything, you're touching your core audience. And you may be preaching to the choir, but these days, any good dialogue about the goings-on in the world has value.

There's a lot of chaff in the world, but not a lot of wheat.

You're wheat.

Hi Charlie,

Good Evening. I loved to watch you when you co-anchored GMA and thought I would repeat the love of you with World News but so far I can only watch for a short moment before becoming disappointed. I had thought you were a compassionate and honest man who reported ALL News stories on policy not just the personality of the story for ratings. And, as I went to view the DNC coverage last night at ABC - I had to change away shortly thereafter. Why?

Well, I was disappointed with the story reported from Tapper about the Hillary Supporters. Tapper was so WRONG in the one-sided story of the lady from PUMA speaking false statements without any facts to back her words. Reporting the "News" (I thought) should be with some type of fact-checking before letting just anyone speak whatever they would like to say onto the airwaves. The blonde-haired lady made some false statements about Senator Obama and Tapper just loved it without challenging the lady's words. Tapper did NOT report from both sides of the coin with this story, he just let the story air as credible statements to the American people.

Charlie, your response of thanking Tapper for his report made me feel sad and I changed the channel. I have loved watching and supporting you Charlie for many many years, but now not so much. ABC is covering this campaign with so much of the one-sided News stories is just too much for me to stomach. I wish ALL reporting could be back like it was in giving us Americans BOTH sides to hear, digest and understand. Instead, we are just given News stories that have no fact-checking at ALL.

Anyways, congrats on your Blog.

Sincerely,

Loved You When - "News was two sided"
SMarshall

Hi Charlie,
Keep blogging-the way i see it, you have to get on board like the rest of us.
one comment i do want to make about Ted Kennedy-the Kennedy name isn't as well known as when we were growing up (oops gave my age away)Granted the brothers were well respected, but i never respected ted.
as far as michelle obama-her speech was terrible. her hand movements so choreographed.What happened to talking from the heart.
Charlie-the news disappoints me...there is no real true reporting. I want to make up my own mind-not have someone give me their opinion. just give me the facts.

Charlie,
I agree with you in questioning the far reaching effect of your blog, and as you say, you are in the business of mass communication. I prefer to see and hear you on the nightly news, rather than read your comments on your blog. However, I am only one of millions who have their own opinion.
But, I must comment on the investigative reporting done by your news staff, particularly Brian Ross. We can all access the news in many ways during the day and night, but the information shared by investigative reporting is specific to the topic, reporter, and newscast. This information is extremely important to Americans, and absolutely needs to be a priority for newscasts. Please, ABC, copntinue in this direction - you have my undivided attention.
As to the Democratic, (and Republican) Convention, I need not watch it 24/7, but will listen to your capsule view. Most of what goes on is for the benefit of those in attendance, and not really of interest to the average American trying to put food on the table, gas in the car, and shoes on their children who are about to return to school.

Thanks for your candor, Mr. Gibson. I agree with ABC's handling of both speeches at the DNC last night, and I really appreciate the respect your company gave to both Sen, Kennedy and Mrs. Obama. I only wish that ABC would not focus so much on John McCain when this is Mr. Obama's time - it makes ABC seem somewhat bent on electing McCain, the war-mongerer.

I quit watching all news about a year ago, although ABC was always tops on my list from PJ to the duo to you, Mr. Gibson. Yes, I much prefer to watch the event rather than the analysis. I do read blogs. I do get my news from the internet. There was a time when television, newspapers and periodicals presented different views; this is no longer true; usually they present old news with the same perspective as their owners. I find most news stories on television, cable, etc.to be entertainment. BBC covers international, including USA, really well. Of the networks here , you are it for me. I think you are battling diversity in seeking your news audience and wish you luck in seeking feedback.

An independent thinker, voter, whathaveyou in Texas.

40 some responses may not be "huge", but its a start. It takes people some time to find the new elements to any website. I'm still finding my way around the new World News page. Give it time...it will happen.

I'm glad you're blogging. It gives folks like me a chance to hear what you're thinking about various subjects...and more importantly, a chance to respond to you. I've appreciated your approach to the news over the years, and can't miss a night of World News.

I do have a question...what happened to A Closer Look? I noticed it's gone from your nightly broadcast (at least I didn't see it last week) and was wondering if you'll bring it back or move in another direction. I always found the content to be very interesting, and a bit more in depth. I enjoyed it.

Best of luck 'newbie blogger'...we look forward to more from you in the future.

Yes, Charlie, your blog is worthwhile. As a faithful World News watcher, I am interested in what you have to say. It is unusual for me to respond,but since I feel that you and the GMA family are a part of my family, I wanted to give you my vote of confidence. (By-the-way, I am a 79 year old grandmother, who is still trying to figure out all this new technology.)

As a Virginian, I'll watch with interest tonight as Mark Warner speaks, but will have more interest in the Republican convention.

Oh my -- I have lived long enough to experience 17 elections -- and I have yet to understand how ugly people can be about their fellow humans.

Why do I have this strong horrible feeling that vitrolic people do not bother to check out the facts.

I must insert here that I will definitely vote Democrat - having just changed parties. I felt the Republicans would do well for me/us. Well, was I wrong or WHAT? I finally qualified to own a home (I add here that I am a single female) six years ago - and I thought my decision was correct. Well, now I am going to lose my home - because I just cannot afford the payments - nor the utility bills, let alone the remainder of my other debts. Bad money management? Well, maybe - but I've done alright this long -- and that has been a long time.

Do I want more of this? NO!! I will vote Democrat! Why would anyone threaten (or promise) to vote for any other party/candidate? Or especially to not vote at all? As I understand it, if one does not vote at all, then that goes double for the opposition. I do tend to oversimplify. And if one votes for another party or candidate, it helps the opposition win because it takes a vote away from your party. Perhaps I am way off on those statements, but this is what "sifting out the facts" means people!

My father always said that America is still the best country to live in! This is still the "Land of the Free." I try to remember that when I am so shocked by people's ugliness.

Keep up the good blogging, Charlie. My brain cells need the exercise!

"George from the Valley - ;)

I enjoy the World News with Charlie Gibson, but darn, you guys -- Stephanopolous, Gibson, et al -- just never shut up! I really don't want someone talking on top of the speeches being given; I want to hear what they've got to say so I can decide for myself what I think.

For this election, I've had to switch to PBS to get pure, unbiased, intelligent media coverage.

Charlie,
You always do such a fine job, BUT... why did you find it necessary to talk over the closing prayer at the DNC tonight? Was it not important enough, or was chatter with George and Diane judge to be more important and interesting? You yourself even said, "I don't want to interrupt this prayer" before you went on to call in Kate Snow. I'm disappointed. Please don't do the same tomorrow night. Thanks.

Hi Charlie,

No words, comments or on-air time are ever a waste of time if they come from you... Glad to see/hear you from over here in the 'Old World', even if it's only virtual.

Hugs from Switzerland, Glenn

We enjoy your topic of discussion, but I believe it also important that you read our opinions also. The various thoughts expressed help mold my thought at least.

I'm generally not a commenter. I more enjoy the reading and the subsequent thinking.