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Olbermann Now Says He‘ll Be ’Running‘ Current TV’s Election Coverage

Keith Olbermann Says Hell Be Running Currents Election CoverageKeith Olbermann is known, among other things, for his history of problematic interactions with network television executives.

Last week, the Blaze reported about the controversy surrounding the talking head‘s refusal to anchor Current’s Iowa caucus coverage. Over the weekend, though, the tides seem to have turned, as the “Countdown” host announced that he will be “running” the network’s election coverage moving forward.

According to Olbermann, his coverage will begin following the New Hampshire primary on Tuesday. While its likely that the network had hoped he would be willing to participate in coverage of the nation’s first 2012 primary, this compromise is likely part of a deal Olbermann and executives struck over the weekend.

“I am pleased that I’ll be running the election coverage on Current, following this Tuesday’s New Hampshire primary,” the host announced in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter. “However, I don’t think those participating in the New Hampshire primary will share my satisfaction.”

Keith Olbermann Says Hell Be Running Currents Election Coverage

A Current spokesperson confirmed Olbermann’s announcement, explaining that the host has agreed to do “special election coverage.” Interestingly, Olbermann will have complete control over both the creative and the editorial side of production.

At this point, no one outside of the network knows what coverage will look like, but it appears that Olbermann has won the showdown with executives in gaining control over what Current’s election focus will look like.

This is only the latest in a series of issues between the host and network leaders. Last week, we reported:

Current TV execs say that relations with the famously difficult host—particularly with CEO Joel Hyatt—have been sliding for several months.

Issues appear strongly related to CEO Mark Rosenthal’s August ouster, as he and Olbermann had developed a close working relationship. “When Joel Hyatt bounced Mark Rosenthal so Hyatt could take his job, that’s when things turned out to be difficult,” one individual close to the situation reportedly said.

But apparently Olbermann‘s also had it with the network’s repeated on-air technical difficulties, which have included satellite video cutting off and studio lights burning out. Olbermann silently addressed the latter last month by firing up a candle on his desk.

Keith Olbermann Says Hell Be Running Currents Election Coverage

Olbermann still has four years left on his contract, so it will be intriguing to see how this situation progresses. If the dust settles and peace returns, all will be well. But if the contentiousness intensifies, it looks to be a long four years for both the host and those at “Current’s” helm.

(H/T: HotAir.com)

Comments (88)

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  • JoeInMichigan
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:45am

    He actually belieges the candidates care that he will be reporting on the NH Primary goings on from the Edward R. Olbermann Desk at CurrentTV, otherwise known as Algore’s basement.
    He ACTUALLY believes that.
    It doesn’t get any more delusional than that.

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    • Secret Squirrel
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 10:00am

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      When is the republican debate on Current?
      I‘ll bet he has some questions the MSM haven’t thought about.

      Seriously, does anyone watch current?

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    • The_Jerk
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 10:29am

      They got him back on his meds.

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    • spotcoon
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 10:59am

      “Olbermann Now Says He‘ll Be ’Running‘ Current TV’s Election Coverage”—-

      Maybe so———but from his unit at the asylum.

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    • Sirfoldallot
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 12:01pm

      Is it me ? I think his azz is bigger than Al Gores, wierd.

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    • Sirfoldallot
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 12:14pm

      Oh PS, Al Gore invinted the “ Internet ”.

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    • bombshelterbob
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 11:09pm

      Boy-O-Boy! The candidates must have had the bat-crap scared out of ‘em when they heard this! It could turn the whole process into a shambles when Olbermann influences the 6 or 7 people who are actually stupid enough to watch him!!!!!!

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    • Secret Squirrel
      Posted on January 10, 2012 at 6:47pm

      .
      Current at the republican convention:
      Oldberman in a broom closet spewing his vitriolic incitefull commentary.
      Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha. Bring it on Keith.
      I‘ll bet he’s a lotta’ fun to work with.
      Does his head spin around backwards and green stuff shoot out?.

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  • teddrunk
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:36am

    What’s Current TV? Never heard of it.

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    • CatB
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 10:25am

      You better check your cable lineup (or whatever you have) you may be paying for it and not even know .. I suggest everyone contact their provider and tell them that they never watch it and don’t want to pay for it. I downgraded my cable service because I didn’t want to pay for it.

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    • Roberto G. Vasquez
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 10:30am

      @ TEDDRUNK

      You don’t recognize the name because everyone else calls it: PRAVDA TV.

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    • texasfireguy
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 10:55am

      “Dah Comrade, Current TV is vast improvement, but that Olberman guy is a bit of a douche”

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  • Epic Fail
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:32am

    So now there will 8 people watching their election coverage. Including him…

    Report Post » Epic Fail  
  • cranberry
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:26am

    There he is again, mouth open, empty-head. He needs to retire but his ego wont let him…

    Report Post » cranberry  
  • Fitzzz
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:26am

    Good to see the Howard Cosell Memorial Hairpiece,
    has found a resting place

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  • Jim in Houston
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:16am

    He always looks like he has a turd stuck crossways.

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    • deppitydog
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:25am

      It is unnecessary to get personal with these responses to celebrities and their statements…….I have studied the many file photographs of Olbermann and I wish to……….wait wait wait………DERN IF YOU AIN’T RIGHT!

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  • robtech34
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:15am

    I remember when Olbermann was fun and watchable!! (uh years and years ago on Sports Center with Dan Patrick) Even fellow liberal, Patrick, must just sit and shake his head @ Olbermann.

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  • Jim in Houston
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:12am

    Oh boy, he and Mad Cow can both get tossed out on their keesters.

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  • GeneTracy
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:10am

    Currently,no one cares.

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  • Fitzzz
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:03am

    Tells us volumes about Al Gore

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  • jakartaman
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:03am

    Wow – this is great news.
    A nobody on a nobody network talking about nothing.
    Kinda like a physics class

    Report Post »  
  • ddg7
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:01am

    Just what we need, another comedy show!

    Report Post »  
  • cessna152
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:51am

    I am sure we will get the “truth” from good ole’ Keith….

    Report Post » cessna152  
  • Grasshopper42
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:34am

    Yawn . . .

    Report Post » Grasshopper42  
  • FairTaxNow
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:33am

    Keith reminds me of Lewis Prothero

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  • FairTaxNow
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:30am

    I bet all 14 viewers they have are rejoicing.

    Report Post »  
    • skiz
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:02am

      Is it that many? What a dork KO is!

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  • crazyoz
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:24am

    Oberdork says he is going to run a TV election coverage? Where, from Soros house.

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  • huey6367
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:15am

    Honestly, and with all due respect to Mr. O, I can’t stand this guy. His appearance screams that he is a liberal elitist. That no one is as good as he and he is better than everyone. Hey Keith, why don’t you run for a political office? Is it because you know you will not win? That would be crushing to your self esteem.

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    • huey6367
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:16am

      OK, there was no respect implied or intended in my comment.

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    • 82dAirborne
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:26am

      None taken. But then again he dosen’t deserve any either!

      Report Post » 82dAirborne  
  • freedomofspeech
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:14am

    is Rachel Maddow and this dude related? they sure have the same smirky smile? I am relieved to see we will have “fair and balanced” coverage now.

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    • crazyoz
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:26am

      Maybe they are dating and looking into gay marriage.

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    • I.Gaspar
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 10:13am

      olbermann is related to maddow.
      She (olbermann) is his(maddow) sister.

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    • swearindarrin
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:51pm

      i bet all you real americans will be watching fox. because you dont want to be caught watching that network for “queers” do you? just like you dont want to be caught in an airport bathroom tapping some guys foot or hiring a male prostitute then offering him some meth. funny how those stories never apply to those “queers” on the left, its because those stories are always about you real americans. good thing i aint no “real american”

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  • SpankDaMonkey
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:13am

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    I know I’m gonna tune in Keith…….

    I lied…..

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  • I.Gaspar
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:05am

    The only thing I want to see Olbermann running…is out of oxygen in a single man submarine a thousand feet below the surface of the ocean.
    Flipping through the tv news this morning I heard that the NY Times called him brilliant….
    Brilliant is a relative term…but if I created something as brilliant as olbermann, I’d still flush it.

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    • GeorgieJo
      Posted on January 9, 2012 at 9:07am

      Whatever the NYT says—-I always think OPPOSITE.
      Proven case with Olbeedork.

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  • KINGRUDDY
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:05am

    The blind leading the blind….obvious they cant read the ratings!!!
    The only coverage he gets is from the Blaze…..please leave him out of any news gathering.
    Wake up America!!!!

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  • kickagrandma
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:02am

    NO, NO you’re not.

    GOD IS in charge of this election and HE WILL be running the coverage using HIS kids this time `round.

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  • Gonzo
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 8:00am

    Thank goodness, where would America be without Olbermann’s sharp insight on election day?

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  • welloddyfriggindah
    Posted on January 9, 2012 at 7:59am

    How does this quack have any kind of pull at Current? Baffling.

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