http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/ We, the undersigned, respectfully request that the management of XM Satellite Radio reconsider and reverse their decision to remove all MSNBC programming on Channel 130 effective September 4th, 2006. While we understand the need to adjust and revise programming choices based on both ratings and contractual obligations, the unique voices and perspectives provided by the multiple-award winning hosts on MSNBC brings a unique value to XM, and provides XM listeners with information critical to making informed decisions during these important geopolitical times, and just months away from US mid-term elections. Plus Olbermann is funny. We don't believe that eliminating MSNBC strictly on the basis of Arbitron ratings is reasonable, especially in light of the fact that MSNBC is -only- available on XM (and not terrestrial radio or competing satellite services) and therefore its value to XM and its subscribers cannot be judged simply on a small random sample. Plus Olbermann is funny. We reject the easy tack of suggesting that an audio replay of The Weather Channel (for example), that broadcasts information available on multiple -other XM channels (and on every local radio station), is far less valuable than the political insights of a former Congressman or White House staffer. And while we understand that some of MSNBC's programming may not be optimal, or garner high ratings, for XM, eliminating the entire channel and roster of weekday programs shows a lack of creativity normally associated with XM's competitor. (Plus there's that whole Olbermann thing...) Respectfully submitted: Mon, 21 Aug 2006 19:1:03 CDT en-us 3 http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2729839 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST Hardball and Keith Olberman are favs. I may have to change to XM' s rival if MSNBC does not return. http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2728148 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST I choose MSNBC for its personalities in front of the TV, especially during an election season. I never caught my fav show Hardball until I got XM - but then http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2724616 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST i miss 'countdown' and chris matthews...i miss msnbc http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2720242 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST I'll cancel if this doesn't come back on within the next 6 months. http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2720042 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2719179 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST It was my most listened to channel! http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2719051 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST Because I GOT XM over the rival brand for the sole reason that it carried MSNBC. http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2717159 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2717122 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2716591 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2714745 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST I called several times to customer service and no one would return my call. Aside from the MSNBC issue I now have a poor impression of customer service. I primarily only listen to the news stations. Therefore, I am very unhappy about this move. I enjoy Hardball and Keith Olbermann. http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2714466 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2714108 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2714024 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST What could be the reason for taking MSNBC off of XM - It was interesting that it happened right when Keith Olberman was delivering special messages about the Bush Administration that were very popular. The Murrow of our time. When you go to news the first channel is FOX and when you go to talk and entertainment the first channel is Right Wing talk. People with a progressive or middle-right point of view are represented by Keith, Joel Scarborough, and Chris Matthews. I'm not signing up for my house or my husbands car because MSNBC was what we wanted to listen to most of the time. http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2712805 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST because I want my MSNBC. it is a big reason for me getting XM (along with the $50 rebate that XM reniged on with me) The more I deal with XM the less they give me. I think I'll go to Sirus or even HD next year when my contract is over. The ball is in your court =XM. Or are you really another conglomerate who will only put on conservative news programs and censor the real new. FOX is Faux. ABC is not news and CNBC is not MSNBC. http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2710225 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2709501 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST I enjoyed MSNBC much more than any of the other news stations on XM radio. Please add it back. http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2708590 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST I fully support this petition as a long time, multi-account subscriber! MSNBC to me is a very necessary and extremely valuable news organization that contrasts against Fox News, etc. They are refreshing and actually make me interested in the news! Please keep MSNBC! http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2708192 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST MSNBC is a major reason I subscribed to XM. Hardball during my commute in the evening was the bright spot of my day. CNBC is the channel that should go. http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/savemsnbconxm/#sig2708151 Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:0:00 CST One of the main reasons I have XM radio was to hear MSNBC as I travel.