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 Russia tried to protect the tanker, but the US managed to seize it. Mayor rejects feds' account of deadly ICE shooting. Lego turned CES on its head this year with its latest innovation. A judge's decision could end up freeing a school shooter. Report an error