Politics | political coverage Biggest Media Gaffes of 2008 By Kristina Loew Posted Dec 23, 2008 7:30 PM CST Copied Chris Matthew is seen on stage at The Women's Conference, Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, in Long Beach, Calif. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles) Politico runs down a list of some of the worst media mistakes of 2008: New Hampshire primary: Just about everyone predicted Hillary would lose by double digits, ending her campaign. Not even close. McCain-Iseman: The long-awaited New York Times story alleging an improper relationship between McCain and a lobbyist had little substance. John Edwards: The mainstream media ignored solid reporting by, yes, the National Enquirer of his affair. Unfortunately for Edwards, bloggers did not. “Terrorist fist bump” and “baby mama”: Fox News got a little carried away. MSNBC's shouting anchors: Chris Matthews and Keith Olbermann drew criticism for their opinionated coverage of the conventions and primaries. ABC's Obama-Clinton debate: Half of it was trivial fluff. To see the entire list, click the link below. Read These Next Taylor Swift gets emotional over UK attack in new Disney+ docuseries. Peggy Noonan: Kirk assassination starting to look 'epochal.' NFL star's routine drug test revealed a stunning diagnosis. Texas boy, 15, charged with killing 3 of his ex's family members. Report an error