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Throughout his career Keith has consistently been 2 things.

1- He has been been a brilliant, talented writer and a remarkable tv presence. He is still talked about by those at ESPN and other observers as the number one anchor who worked there. He was creative, unique, and capable of writing great copy in minutes. Some speak of him in awe.

2- Keith as also been an abrasive and difficult person for people to work with. This includes bosses, co-workers, and others he came in contact with. He can be incredibly kind and incredibly cruel. Some who worked with him refuse to speak of him.

These two characteristics have been a reflected in his jobs no matter where he has worked. They are as constant as the sun. The only question is how long it takes for KO to leave or be fired when he takes a job.

Keith may have valid reasons to complain about conditions or terms. He has never been the most politic person in expressing his views. KO seems to relish taking the path of most resistance and trouble.

I love Keith Olberman. I love him as an outspoken and fervent supporter of the values I cherish. He is able to express himself either using remarkably eloquent commentaries or withering satire. When he has had a bully pulpit, he has used it on any that deserve it.

As much as I love KO, i don't believe that excuses his treatment of those around him. I don't think I would like to work with him. Even if I was a favored nation, i would have to wonder how long that would last.

It pains me greatly to see Keith take the paths he does. He is a needed voice for progressives and a powerful counterweight to the opposition. Some may claim he has been set up. I have no doubt that that the PTB want him off the air and have tried to harm his career. Unfortuately, he has never needed any help in his downfall.

I will continue to follow Keith and hope that he gets another platform. I won't hold out any hope that he will stay on it. I believe that with Keith, you will always get both sides. That is the glory and ultimately the tragedy of his work.