MSNBC’s resident ‘Chatty Kathy’ Chris Matthews is considering leaving the news-reporting business and making his way into the news-making game by running for senate. Philadelphia native would potentially pass on a contract renewal with NBC and pursue the seat currently held by PA democrat Arlen Spectre. Spectre was eating breakfast when reached for comment and stated “Wait…what!?”
Matthews, being an old school Philly head and a favorite son of Pennsylvania, may certainly have a shot at entering politics, but will certainly be missed as a host and regular analyst. His rambling ways and generally Pro-Bama stance carried many a concerned democrat through the months preceding this years nail-biting presidential contest. Matthews also had an impact by uncovering some questionable campaign tactics when he hosted Michelle Bachmann on his show, who called for a media witch hunt to ostracize left-leaning members of congress, a suggestion both parties agreed was “kind of a regressive idea.”
The decision regarding a replacement for host as respected as Matthews weighs heavily on the network. A successful host will have to have not only a deep understanding of the political process, but also the social skills to carry discussion with a variety of personality types. Hardball producers are considering Contessa Brewer and Tim Russert’s ghost for hosting the show.
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