To our readers

Posted: Friday, November 21, 2008 5:29 PM by Domenico Montanaro

A note from all of us at First Read:

For the Thanksgiving holiday, we are suspending our morning note (including First Thoughts) for next week.

Don't fret too much, though. We will still be doing updates as usual throughout the day on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

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All politics aside, Happy Thanksgiving to all who blog here, especially those who have nothing but a computer and a chair in their cold, damp dwelling. It's those kind of priorities that make them special.

The conservative Full Moon (choked up) (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 5:47 PM)

The turkey got away again. Where's that new White House puppy?

Bad Chihuahua (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 5:50 PM)

I can fret if I want.:>) The silver linig: no more notes from Full Moon for a while.

Elvis (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:03 PM)

Totally understandable - but hard for us now addicted First Read junkies. Hopefully all will be quiet on the Clinton front - once Obama makes his announcements on Monday. Have a good holiday and don't sprain any fingers over turkey dinner.

Kay P Tempe AZ (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:10 PM)

OK then...Gobble, Gobble Gobble!

and a HAPPY TURKEY DAY to ya'!

Ed, San Antonio (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:14 PM)

What? Now you want a personal life? After two years, feeding our OC needs for political news, and NOW YOU WANT TO TAKE A WEEK OFF???? I'm switching to Fox.

Murdog, Santa Monica, CA (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:18 PM)

Carrie, Chuck, Mark, Domenico, Andrea and all of you who have contributed the the posts - Thankyou!! I wish all of you, and your families, the very best Thanksgiving, because even though we are in the biggest mess in memory - we still have much to be thankful for. Especially the new Obama administration in January.

stephanie, ft. pierce, fl. (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:22 PM)

Happy Thanksgiving to one and all!! In spite of everything going on in the world right now, I for one believe we still have much to be thankful for, especially our new President and Vice-President Elects!!

Stella, Tucson (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:23 PM)

Just a warning to all those Turkeys in the GOP/RNC about "Puppet Palin!" She will only pardon one Turkey, and continue to mindlessly "gobble" on while other Turkeys are being killed. I wonder if she will have the witch doctor over, to drive the evil spirits out of their family Thanksgiving Dinner? Now that is a Thanksgiving Comedy joke America!

Rock,Janesville,Wisconsin (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:26 PM)

Happy Thanksgiving. You guys enjoy the break! You've been lots of fun to read!

Rob, San Diego, CA (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:27 PM)

Well, what are we suspose to do? Who is going to leak news to us about Obama? I guess I have go on FOXnews.

Diana Owens, Tacoma, Washington (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:28 PM)

You deserve a vacation.... Happy Thanksgiving!

shayj (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:30 PM)

OK, time to concentrate on eating Turkeys instead of discussing them.

I. Noah Gobbler (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:35 PM)

Have a happy, wonderful Thanksgiving. Thanks from all of us for your reporting.

wilinot - Destin, Fl (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:47 PM)

This is a note for whomever at MSNBC reads the blogs. I have been an avid and loyal viewer for a very long time, but after last night's program, will no longer be tuning into Countdown. The piece with Gov. Palin blabbing away while turkeys are being slaughtered was gratuitous. She has nothing new to say, yet the film went on and on...and on..unlike other stations who chose to only show a brief blurb. Sickening.

Pj Carter, Cambria, CA (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:50 PM)

A much deserved break for you all! Thanks for the updates. I am a little addicted to this site.

Clara Kansas City, MO (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:58 PM)

Happy Thanksgiving to you all.

I know that when I sit down on Thursday afternoon to eat with my family and friends, I will be thinking of those who never have enough to eat or a safe place to sleep. I'll be thinking of my children, both present and distant, and how their futures have been enlighteded by the historical election earlier this month. I'm thankful to be living today and that I will see (God willing) the first African American president take the oath of office in less than two months. I'm thankful for the change we will begin to see once that happens. And I'm thankful for the Hope in the hearts of all Americans at this time in history.

God bless us everyone.

CdV LA CA (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 6:58 PM)

To Chuck, Mark, Domenico - thanks for all your hard work this year. Have a great Thanksgiving - enjoy this time with family and friends.

See you in a few days ---

Liz,NY (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 7:00 PM)

Happy Thanksgiving!

Robin (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 7:11 PM)

NOoooooo

Don't make me to the trail!

Brian, White Plains, New York (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 7:39 PM)

HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY, EVERYONE!

60 Days Until Inauguration Day!
http://jawillie.blog.com

jawillie Philadelphia, PA (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 7:43 PM)

Thanks for the info. Just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy First Read even though the elections are over. It is the first thing I check when I get up. I don't have tv so my news is streamed.

John Doe (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 7:47 PM)

I hope everyone at First Read has a safe, love filled Thanksgiving week. Thank you for your part in making this election season my favorite one ever!

DB, Kirkland, WA (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 7:52 PM)

It is not good when you get the Voodoo Lady mad, and skip "class". I will keep her calm until everyone gets back. Happy "Turkey"..............

Robert Colorado (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 7:55 PM)

Happy Thanksgiving Guys. Love your blogs

Fred Smith, San Diego CA (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 7:57 PM)

Happy Thanksgiving to your whole staff...!!!

Rick, CA (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 8:27 PM)

I don't think your political cartoonist slide show was funny either.

Ron ---Simi Valley, CA (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 8:51 PM)

I hope you all enjoy a safe and happy Thanksgiving. Please, don't buy a turkey from Alaska...unless you like watching your's beheaded live. I both enjoy and trust your commentary and news. Thanks for a great job.

Gayla E. Smith (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 9:03 PM)

Happy Thanksgiving to you all! You have certainly earned a break - enjoy spending some time with your families - we'll see you on the flip side!

Christine F (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 9:48 PM)

Happy Thanksgiving to Chuck, Mark and Domenico, and all of the great staff at First Read.

From the Dailey family, Las Vegas, NV

cindy, Las Vegas, Nv (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 9:50 PM)

Y'all have done an amazing job through a very, very long primary and campaign season ... it's terrific that you get time off to spend Thanksgiving with your friends and family.

Have a wonderful, family-full holiday week!

Judy Anderson, Madison, WI (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 10:43 PM)

Thanks for the heads up fellas, and have a happy thanksgiving!

zack, chicago, illinois (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 10:50 PM)

Thank you for all your hard work. Take a break! You most certainly deserve it!

Have a nice Thanksgiving

Sue Hoerner, Las Vegas, NV (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 11:11 PM)

Happy Thanksgiving!

valene (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 11:49 PM)

Have a Happy Thanksgiving One and All!

Dem Donna, Central Oregon (Sent Friday, November 21, 2008 11:54 PM)

Have a very Happy Thanksgiving! You've certainly earned it.

Linda, Allen, TX (Sent Saturday, November 22, 2008 12:26 AM)

Happy Holiday!

Cathy (Sent Saturday, November 22, 2008 12:27 AM)

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES. Thank you for the hard work you all do in putting this together so we can all voice our opinions.

To the readers of First Read I wish you all a VERY HAPPY THANKSGIVING. AND ALL THE BEST FOR A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON.

TO OUR TROOPS and their FAMILIES,
Where ever you may be stationed during this THANKSGIVING DAY and throughout the HOLIDAY SEASON. WE AS A NATION THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE SO THAT WE MAY ENJOY THE FREEDOM THAT YOU SO FIERCELY DEFEND.
As a NAVY RETIREE I SALUTE YOU and THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE and SACRIFICE.

Billy Stitt, Brooklyn, NY (Sent Saturday, November 22, 2008 1:15 AM)

Thank you for doing a wonderful job on First Read.
May you and your families have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving.

The Dutchman, Santa Cruz, CA (Sent Saturday, November 22, 2008 1:57 AM)

Slackers

Lou Dyer Jones (Sent Saturday, November 22, 2008 6:26 AM)

Chuck, easy with the turkey...

John,, Geneva (Sent Saturday, November 22, 2008 6:35 AM)

To everyone at First Read, have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. I hope you get to spend a beautiful day with family and friends.

JoAnn, Moundsville, WV (Sent Saturday, November 22, 2008 7:19 AM)

Many will be looking in the mirror and talking to themselves during that period of time. Fingers will spasm from withdrawl. People on the street may not be safe without this outlet for the pent up anger to be released. Move safe and carefully when out and about as you may remind one of the normal bloggers of a Palin, Bush, McCain, etc. The looneys will run rampant trying to express their hate and anger. Please reconsider your decision First Read for the sake of our nations safety and welfare. You are doing a great work for our country in providing this emotional outlet for the deranged who frequent this site. They know who I am talking about. Right now they are firing up a hate bomb response to this blog. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday and appreciate all that God has blessed America and I am proud to live free.

Carl Agar, Miami, Fl (Sent Saturday, November 22, 2008 8:30 AM)

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