Eric Hananoki: Fox Doesn’t Disclose Romney-Boosting Financial Guest Is A Republican Official
Fox News recently hosted businessman Thomas Belesis twice to analyze the 2012 elections and President Obama’s handling of the economy. Belesis attacked Obama’s economic record and praised Mitt Romney. During both segments, Fox identified Belesis as the CEO of John Thomas Financial but didn’t disclose that he’s also an official for the New York State Republican Party. According to the biography on his website, Belesis “is currently Co-Chairman of the New York State Republican Finance Committee.” A July 2011 press release states that he “was a key backer of the State Party’s efforts in the 2010 election and has also been an active supporter of the Republican National Committee over the last election cycle.” During today’s Fox & Friends Saturday , Belesis claimed there’s “no doubt” that Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker’s win “sparked” a stock rally. He added that “when Romney” wins the election, “you’re going to see a huge rally in the market that will go on probably over the next several years.” Belesis’ effusive praise of Romney prompted co-host Dave Briggs to say, “You’re obviously a Romney supporter” to which he replied, “Very big Romney supporter.” During the segment, Belesis’ Republican ties were never disclosed.
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Eric Hananoki: Fox Doesn’t Disclose Romney-Boosting Financial Guest Is A Republican Official