Just came across this tidbit online that was so timely I had to share it.
Thursday, Apr 30
“Lie to Me” Tops Obama News Conference
Just In: FOX, the only one of the Big Four networks that did not carry Pres. Obama’s news conference last night, finished first in the 8pmET hour with a new episode of “Lie to Me.” The drama averaged 7.9 million Total Viewers, according to Nielsen overnights.
NBC’s coverage of the Obama newser came in second with 6.7 million Total Viewers.
Overall, Obama’s news conference was seen by nearly 19 million viewers across NBC, ABC, CBS according to the early numbers. (Reminder: fast nationals measure only timeslot and not actual program data). Final ratings will be released later today.
I guess the REAL “Lie to Me” couldn’t outdo the network version. Priceless. I guess America wasn’t in any mood to “celebrate” TeleBama’s first 100 days with him.
PS… Moogie: I bet we’re not the only people who noticed! It was pretty obvious what a set-up it was.
