Remembering TV Icon Phil Donahue: He Brought Antiwar Voices to the Airwaves Until MSNBC Fired Him

[@greatedges]

I was one of those who followed Phil Donahue's daily morning show. It was always honest and always respectful of our intelligence. It was also entertaining and surprising. Donahue is an American hero! So sorry to hear of his passing. RIP great man... Thank you, Democracy Now, you for this coverage.

[@Ellieempress]

He definitely was one of the more honest and intelligent individuals with a talk show.

[@Ellieempress]

Thank you Democracy Now 💙💙🦋🦋

[@myrtillesm3532]

It's much better to lose a job than to lose one soul. Bravo to all those who stand with justice, equity, respect and humanity for all

[@trwent]

One's soul.

[@Starlight-vs2ot]

Well said

[@andrearenee7845]

Thank u for this.

[@Ellieempress]

Definitely an individual who’s presence and work will be missed.

[@coppachahta5488]

The one and only fair and balanced Talk Show host who asked the serious hard nosed questions about anything everything and everyone Mr Phil Donahue Showed us fortunate enough to have witness the True Face of Uncompromising Truth in Journalism Rise in Paradise my friend ✋🏾🙏🏾🤚🏾

[@jo-annerichardson34]

I think Phil Donahue was ahead of his time from the start. I was just a kid and knew he had the best, intelligent show ever. Thank you for the tribute. RIP Phil.❤❤

[@MikeM-uy6qp]

Actually he was old school, a genuine progressive covering issues in depth. Had he been ahead of his time he'd have been an unashamed propagandist for the neoliberal wing of the Uniparty, talking in insipid soundbites.

[@gloriafarmer6826]

Great host! So long Phil Donohue. Rest in peace.

[@karlad4082]

Donahue was a voice for the most vulnerable in America. He was my hero. May his beautiful soul rest in peace 🙏🏼 He will be missed 😢

[@veronicavarela2041]

I loved Phil Donahue, he was a man of integrity and love.

[@virginiamiller4890]

I so loved Phil's strength and character and the love between Marlo and him. R.I,P, Phil ad thanks for everything you gave to the psyche of this country!!!

[@CEELOW3000]

Phil always came across as a genuinely good man - Fly High, Phil 🕊

[@mohsintaufiq4540]

Phil Donahue was a real American. NOT a zionist pig!!

[@sherylstrack2093]

I loved watching Phil Donahue, his show was ground breaking as he brought dialogue to the American people kept in the dark by bureaucrats that we needed to hear an honest perspective on. As a young woman raising small children it opened up my world as to what was going on watching the Donahue show everyday. Bless you sir You have done a profound honor for this world You have now left.❤

[@bohditony]

Phil not afraid to bring guests who had alternative views together with popular views. Miss him since 2003

[@hassanshayegannik155]

This man of social justice ill be deeply missed. Thanks!

[@UKindness4]

This man was a person of integrity, critical thinking and stood up for what is right He was only one who ever did a show on the inability to file and get justice in legal malpractice. I truly respected and loved this man. Rip spectacular human being, the best of America.

[@cathyc1730]

I went to a taping of Phil Donahue’s show when he was in Las Vegas, what an amazing experience. Phil was one of a kind.

[@sayedibrahimameermeea3537]

Amy, you were/are formidable!

[@Jmamelia]

Preach!

[@maitreya1906]

RIP Phil Donahue. I used to watch his show as a young foreign student in the US during the 80s like an addiction

[@olenakush6549]

Phil Donahue was a hero for being a Voice of many of US people who stand for Peace and Anti-War movement. Sad to hear about his passing. Condolences to his family.

[@Starlight-vs2ot]

I am so very sad to hear this. RIP Mr. Donahue. I grew up watching the show and just loved it. Much respect for him for standing up for peace, equity, and justice. Thank you Democracy Now.

[@Dot-Dot-Dash]

I loved the Phil Donahue show!

[@MrBeechcomber]

He was a good man

[@asperneto]

Corporate greed... 😮... no wonder he was removed.

[@normanquebedeau1901]

in 2003 MSNBC fired Donahue and replaced him with Michael Savage. That told me all I would ever need to know about trusting cable news.

[@adinahaun6001]

Alternative media is the only news available today with people like Professor Sachs, Ray McGovern, Aaron Mate…

[@Ellieempress]

Me too . That move made it very obvious that corporate America was beginning to attempt moving the country to the right .

[@mellow-jello]

RIP I was watching him as a kid in the 80s - early 90s during the summers, when he was a daytime talk show host. He kept to his guns to give voice to various views, and believed in open press. He puts current anchors and talk show hosts to shame.

[@eugenemiller8891]

Thanks for mentioning the Donahue's documentary "Body of War", the story of Thomas Young, a paralyzed Iraq war vet. It's worth viewing today, as America is being guided toward wars with Russia, Iran, Syria, Venezuela, etc.

[@marioncarroll8994]

Exactly! Those who make the decisions would rather we never see/hear anything truthful but we must all remember & pass on exactly what they did & what they continue to do, ie, put their own pockets before people. We must challenge those who make the decisions rather than those innocents they choose to paint in a bad light in order to set us on them.

[@vivavasquez]

fired for his opposition to the Iraq war.

[@moonroxxit]

🙇🏼‍♀️ I’m gritting my teeth about college students being arrested for their constitutional right to freedom of assembly and holding peaceful protests. It’s their constitutional rights ! Phil would LOVE being on the air right now. Still missing you, Phil Donahue. 💙💙💙

[@charlenee2751]

I didn't realize he was active then. I didn't watch TV in those years but appreciated his program and demeanor when I was young

[@menudobucket9837]

R.I.P. Phil. I’ve sorely missed your show, and because of my own job, I wasn’t able to watch it nearly enough. I can remember one episode in particular in which your guest was Jerry Falwell and a member of your audience asked whether the Bible doesn’t say that we’re to love our enemies; and Falwell replied: “I love the [Russians]. I just don’t trust them.” Because the young man was apparently not familiar enough with his Text, he was stumped and I never wished so hard that I could’ve been there. If I HAD been, I’d have said that the Bible doesn’t say that we should trust them. It says: “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.” Proverbs 3:5 (KJV) There came a time many years later when he (Falwell) visited the city where I lived, and I was able to stand in ‘meet and greet’ line and shake his hand. When it was my turn to shake hands, I took the opportunity to relate the incident, and wouldn’t release his hand until I had finished. When I got to the part where I told him what he had said, he and his entourage got a big kick out of it and that’s when he tried to let go of my hand; but I held on tight and finished the story. When he heard what I would’ve said, he, and everyone else stopped laughing and became quite somber. He had no response, but it was thanks to you, Phil, who I’ll always remember. I know you’re in GOOD company. Thank you 🙏🏽 ❤

[@heidi9547]

I Despise Corporate News

[@adinahaun6001]

Here, here!!

[@lydiamilanovic1761]

Not having Phil Donahue occupying physical space on our earth is such a blow to humanity. I'm missing him so much already! RIP❤

[@ZeroGods4595]

Hero!!!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@susantambling527]

Living in the Middle East for years it's clear to see the descruction of ancient societies through violent military intervention because of the so called war on terror. I salute Phil for his humanity integrity and great interlect. A rare contrary voice in the corporate jungle. Hoping for more Phils in our media they are a rare breed. Rest in Peace you are already missed.

[@marioncarroll8994]

Unfortunately, yes, a very rare voice indeed. Now, we have thick & selfish pigs like Lesley Graham spouting nonsense & people actually take him seriously! All the Phil’s are gone as soon as they show any signs of a conscience unfortunately. We have to seek them out online instead.

[@lizArizona]

❤ thanks fir reporting on Phil D

[@MarkbyMarkAFosterPhD]

He was fired under pressure from Chris Matthews.

[@charlenethechandlerbeairst1423]

We luv PHIL FONAHUE WE LUV THE CENCERITY HEART THAT TAUGHT THE PEOPLE TO SHARE CARE AND SAY

[@sfdungeon]

I wasn't really watching Daytime talk shows but thanks for sharing a side of him I didn't really know...he was one cool dude!

[@nessunodorme3888]

I was once a guest on Phil Donahue's show in, I think, 1992 looking at the chronic shortage of organs for transplant in or country and ways to increase and improve their availability for the thousands who need them. He assembled and led a diverse group of people in an impressive discussion that really advanced the topic. He respected everybody -- on stage, in his audience and on his staff and people returned the favor. Good man!

[@tericarter2019]

He was my favorite social studies teacher choice as a child.. I just learned today that he passed away. 🌼

[@tiredcaballero]

Rest In Peace Phil Donahue

[@drronnizorn9552]

Condolences to Marlo Thomas and family. Phil D was a class act

[@trwent]

We were attacked by Al Queda, based in Afghanistan, and we invaded Iraq. That would be like the US declaring war on New Zealand after Japan bombed Pearl Harbor.

[@marioncarroll8994]

Colin Powell said in his book George told them to make up a reason. 🇮🇱 had insisted on it & as usual, whatever they want, they get!

[@janapender4989]

❤❤❤ Condolences to his great wife and children. And for the contributions ,like activism, helping to sick kids.❤❤❤

[@robnowlin7285]

What I will always remember about Phil Donahue is his courage to give a platform to the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakahn.

[@garyrose0q507]

R.i.p my man We have lost a great one!! I grew up watching The phil Donahue show.

[@Lolabelle59]

God bless you, Phil. Rest in peace.

[@James8591]

R.I.P, Phil 🙏🙏🙏 You're a great teacher and a very fearless and outspoken American hero, Phil 😃😄👍👍👌👌👌

[@DawnStarkman-kn7wx]

Absolutely they were scared of Phil Donahue! He was too smart too savvy and too intellectual for them. Interesting the suits are running the film industry now! RIP Mr. Donahue you were smarter then them all!!!

[@user-vo1ft9vn2n]

❤ may Phil Donahue repose in peace

[@ayumur]

R.I.P Mr. Donahue, you did not die! but you have lived on forever. Whereas those are alive are like dead as they fail to speak the truth...you live only once! Amy, keep up the Great work!!!

[@raydkii]

The passing of a great man.

[@Jmamelia]

I loved watching Phil Donohue and he married Marlo Thomas - another angel. RIP Mr. Donohue for your care and compassion.

[@adinahaun6001]

How about defeating genocide?

[@jessagatta]

Nobody compares to Amy Goodman. The BEST. ❤❤❤

[@MikeM-uy6qp]

Sheepdog.

[@UBETUBEME]

RIP Phil thank you for educating the citizens

[@EricForney-uz4iz]

Manufacturing Consent. That is what Corporate Media is all about.

[@McRocket]

R.I.P. Phil Donahue ☮

[@margiwagner5718]

Shame, may His Soul R.I.P

[@outbacktrek]

RIP PHIL

[@mlissgay5054]

RIP mr Donahue ❤you changed the world 🌍

[@Madronaxyz]

So sad.

[@floras9203]

It would be a great opportunity for MSN to relaunch some of his great moments “Phil Donahue” and the ratings would definitely go up. R.I.P.

[@marioncarroll8994]

They won’t as what he stood for was the exact opposite as what they stand for. Like Phil, they are gone as show as they show they have a conscience unfortunately. It started back then, now it’s standard.

[@kirkvoelcker5272]

I recommend listening to Keith Olbermann's most recent podcast for the *real* reason MSNBC cancelled Phil Donohue's show. An excellent explanation of the realities of the TV business, and it was *not* because Donohue was raising the antiwar cry.

[@glendabilinsky5528]

Hearing how he was treated by MSNBC just gives me another reason to never watch them again. Their manipulation of Donahue’s show is just more evidence how the media try’s to manipulate our lives.

[@sagapoetic8990]

Mr. Donahue came to DC to premiere his documentary, Body of War. If you haven't seen this meaningful, award-winning documentary, I highly recommend it. Tomas Young, featured in Body of War, came with Mr. Donahue, too, and the discussion that followed was also very interesting.

[@vilmafortune7818]

It seems nothing has changed re the coverage of certain wars. Rest in peace Mr Donahue history proved you were on the right side

[@hellowellallen]

I was/am a fan. Watched his show all the time.

[@SG17-jh2db]

Yea, until MSNBC fired him!

[@arthurnewmanltd5670]

Phil Donahue was a true American hero and appreciate your bringing his story at MSNBC to light. He was right about US involvement in Iraq. Ironically Chris Mathews would end up praising Trump for his opposition to foreign wars.

[@charlenethechandlerbeairst1423]

Thank the SOUL THAT BROUGHT IRISH PLAYFUL HEART IRISH CARE INTO OUR EACH LIVING ROOM

[@aikotoba99]

The sad state of affairs in the US is that we purport to have democracy, but in fact, it's an oligarchy. The evidence is overwhelming. Kamala Harris raised 500M dollars but why does anyone need that much money to win an election for a job that pays $400,000 per year? I will vote for her but if I had another real alternative who didn't raise so much corporate money, I would take that route.

[@vivalaleta]

Women have been able to wear pants and t- shirts for a century now but if a man puts on a skirt people go wild. That's what Donahue was trying to point out by wearing a dress.

[@KojoA.Akwaaba-rc1si]

Malcolm x was always on his show. Wow he lived a long life a worrier that’s how we all should be ask questions don’t be yes man or women

[@emiliobello2538]

Condolences

[@carenkurdjinian5413]

Rest InPeace …What A Powerful Soul - In Pioneering Better Ideas …..🌞

[@silvasurfa7962]

RIP Phil Donahue 💙 American Hero

[@zt1192]

so much for the "open primary process" though..

[@ihelfman]

Hi Santa Rosa, Jeff. This old Monica neighbor shared many of Phil's views. I'm grateful that GE or whoever owned MSNBC in those days kept his voice on that long. All water under the bridge, as we now have Twitter, Rumble and a wide range of news and information sources.

[@crptnite]

💜🙏🏽🕊️

[@fleamarketmutt_again]

Ashkenazi out of Palestine.

[@leonardkellum6984]

Every election we are supposed to hold our nose and vote for stinkers, I'm voting green, no baby killing.

[@kileensmith5134]

He stood up against the corporate, rating whores. Bless him ❤

[@sirrom5155]

88 years old...he was just a kid.

[@donaldcarpenter5328]

RIP Phil. Sotty Marlo you have lost your partner in LIFE!

[@suzanneharris8339]

Does Mr. Cohen believe Kamala is better for the country than Trump? I think Phil Donahue & Ralph Nader, whom you rightfully speak highly of, would disagree with you.

[@MikeM-uy6qp]

That's the whole point of Democracy Now. Sheepdogging outfit. That's always been Cohen's game too.

[@mickeywood3012]

To Legit to Quit.

[@patricia859-p7n]

This debate will be between the Lark & the Loon...the Old Orange Rooster ain't what he used to be.

[@bjohnson1085]

Harris!!!!! Not open convention!!!!!

[@thanksforbeingausefulidiot9016]

Don't worry everybody, even though we lost Phil we have the very capable, honorable, and intelligent Joe Rogan (when he's not high on dope) to fill the gap.

[@dominicpierre2343]

I like the old Donahue videos with Farrakhan. You can have racist on TV including the Jewish people who hate black bodies but you can't have Farrakhan.

[@tommy2facetv]

Grew up with this guy in the background.

[@seansmith3058]

As bad as the trump years were, the years immediately after 9/11 were worse because of the capitulations from so many parts of society.

[@jeffeldredge1608]

I loved Phil Donohue. He was the beginning, for most. Not all. Have fun Phil. Say Hello to GOD! From all of us, even Athiest and agnostics. WE ALL KNOW WHO OUR CREATOR TRULY IS! JESUS IS LORD.

[@DougGrinbergs]

4:08 Jeff Cohen 12:29 Amy confronts Chris Matthews of Hardball 13:35 Roots Action campaign to get Biden to drop out - don't run Joe, step aside Joe

[@betsydonato6817]

Im not trying to be disrespectful. I just want to know what ANY daytime talk show ever solved a problem, after airing the problem ? - Phil Donahue was instrumental in pointing out the " Extended Family debute " on Patricia Roberts Harris Watch,,but forgot to air the pre 1984 HIPPA Ten Year Timelines Format, and purposes of private portability in today's Gideon vs Supreme Court Probation Office of Prohibition 1968.

[@KaderMosta-t5k]

👶🇩🇿🌹🕊🌏The state of Western Sahara is free and independent 🐎The rights of the peoples, no discrimination, the people of the free state of Western Sahara, black Africans, the free state of Western Sahara is recognized by more countries than Taiwan, Christian South Sudan, or Turkish Cyprus. 🖐I did not mention the presidents by name out of respect for the law 🌹

[@groundhogday1]

Worst administration….until Trump.

[@adriennebraxton-oq9iu]

LOVED t*at s*ow!!! maybe MOST IMPORTANT talk s*ow EVER! REAL

[@deborahd.7281]

It would be nice if Democracy Now! had opposing viewpoints like the guest commended for Phil Donahue.