During Roe Reaction, Ugly NBC Hypes This Poster: ‘Thomas Is a Treasonous Turd’

All three morning shows on Saturday erupted at Friday’s historic overturning of Roe vs. Wade, donating much coverage to the “shockwaves” sent across the country. But it was NBC that highlighted the ugliest sentiment, lingering on a pro-abortion protest poster reading: “[Clarence] Thomas is a treasonous turd.”  

Today reporter Jesse Kirsch touted protests across the country, including militant activists on the west coast: “In Washington, crowds swelled along a fenced in court. Meanwhile in L.A., protesters took over the 101 Hollywood freeway.” 

He also casually touted protests outside the home of conservative Supreme Court justices: “Over protesters outside homes of Supreme Court justices who voted to overturn Roe. Some believe the energy can last through the midterm.” NO mention of the fact that on June 8 a man was arrested near Brett Kavanaugh’s home in an assassination attempt. 

Fairness be to all, the NBC segment had a balanced mix of pro-lifers and abortion protesters. 

WOMAN: This feels like betrayal. It is as if my country doesn’t care about me or my body as a female. 

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#2 WOMAN: When we learned that the decision had been made, I was praying. I’m overjoyed. 

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WOMAN #3: As she gets older, my daughter has lost the right to manage her body. She is my future nightmare. 
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WOMAN #4, It is a sign that there are no more floodgates for the murder of innocent people. 

But can you imagine NBC so casually pushing a poster that called the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a hero to the left, a “turd”? We can’t either. 

Toyota sponsored the NBC ad featuring this terrible poster. You can click the link and let them know how you feel. 

Below is a transcript. Click “expand” to read more: 

Today’s show
6/25/2022
7:03

PETER ALXANDER: Our first stop is Jesse Kirsch. With the latest information about these overnight protests, he is currently in New York. Good morning Jesse. 

JESSEKIRSCH: Peter. Good morning. This was one of many places in the United States where people rallied to support and condemn this historic decision. Even though it was anticipated after the leaked draft opinion, feelings are still high. The Roe v. Wade reversed sent thousands of people into the streets, just beyond the steps at the Supreme Court. 

WOMAN: This feels like betrayal. It is as if my country doesn’t care about me or my body as a female. 

KIRSCH – In Washington, large crowds congregated around a fence in court. In L.A. protesters took control of the 101 Hollywood freeway.  Anguish for some and joy for others. The 5-4 ruling overturned nearly 50 years worth of precedent. 

WOMAN #2: We were in the middle praying when the announcement was made. I’m overjoyed. 

KIRSCH – New York Protesters Block Traffic for Hours Protests being held. 

WOMAN #3: As she gets older, my daughter has lost the right to manage her body. She is my future nightmare. 

POSTER ONSCREEN: “Thomas is a treasonous turd.”

KIRSCH: Other celebrations, such as in Detroit or St. Petersburg (Florida). 

WOMAN 4: This means that there is no more floodgates for innocent lives being killed. 

MAN #1: It’s a shock to me that it happened. It wasn’t something that I expected to see in my life. 

KIRSCH – Protesters gather outside of the residences of Supreme Court justices who voted for Roe to be overturned. Others believe this energy could last into the midterm. 

WOMAN #5: There’s talk of codifying Roe v. Wade in Congress. It is important that we elect people who won’t do this, and who respect the dignity of life.

WOMAN #3, I believe this will light a flame across the nation. 

KIRSCH: Most demonstrations have been peaceful. An official who is familiar with the situation said that political violence in the country will likely increase. The decision will lead to a rise in violence against state officials and judges. It was clearly a stressful time for the United States. Morgan and Peter are back with you.