https://pjmedia.com/richardfernandez/2011/06/30/the-seven-second-solution/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 07:13:28 -0400<![CDATA[Mark Halperin&#8217;s indefinite suspension by MSNBC for calling President Obama a &#8220;dick&#8221; on the air for his behavior during the budget negotiations is a study in contrasts. The contrast between the consequences to the media of calling Michelle Bachmann a &#8220;flake&#8221; to her face and the contrast between a supposed technical competence and their inability to get their signals straight.]]>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:14:45 -0400<![CDATA[Richard Fernandez]]>https://pjmedia.com/richard-fernandez/2011/06/30/the-seven-second-solution-n190712