Where is Free Speech Radio News on Ralph Nader/Gonzalez presidential campaign?

by Maureen Primerano

We are writing in response to the July 4 commentary on Mr. Ralph Nader by Mumia Abu Jamal. Isn't it ironic that it takes someone on death row to have the courage to speak the truth, because FSRN certainly has NOT been doing it. Since Ralph Nader announced his Presidential campaign FSRN has not once provided in-depth coverage or air time about his Presidential platform, and how it differs from the mainstream candidates. And, what he would do if he were elected President? Instead, FSRN and other so-called "alternative" media have ignored the Nader/Gonzalez Presidential campaign; and have essentially become cheerleaders for the Obama camp. One would think that FSRN in claiming to be a bastion of free speech; radio programmers would jump at the opportunity to interview Ralph Nader and Matt Gonzalez, who are true progressive candidates, and if supported could play an effective role in reversing the downward spiral of the nation and the world. Considering all the accomplishments of Matt Gonzalez, particularly in San Francisco as a genuine progressive Latino activist, FSRN would champion his Vice Presidential candidacy. For example, why aren't you exposing the "spoiler" fallacy which is primarily responsible for why so many people on the left won't support Ralph Nader. The documented facts reveal overwhelmingly that Nader was not responsible for Gore's loss. Therefore, FSRN has the responsibility to finally expose this myth. Since Amy Goodman and Dennis Bernstein have yet to do it, FSRN must step up to the plate. There is too much at stake not to.