So, what is CNN exactly trying to do with their Headline News unit? Months ago they hired the incredibly annoying to listen to, Nancy Grace. And Nancy, while some of her views are meritorious largely disregards the simple things in the American justice system, such as innocent until proven guilty, or other trial rights. Now they’re expanding the line up of crazy bastards to include Mr. Glenn Beck.

Glenn Who? Beck is an extreme right wing radio personality and the farthest thing from a journalist. Some of his highlights include:

On families of the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks: “[T]his is horrible to say, and I wonder if I’m alone in this — you know, it took me about a year to start hating the 9-11 victims’ families? Took me about a year.”

On Hurricane Katrina survivors who remained in New Orleans: “And that’s all we’re hearing about, are the people in New Orleans. Those are the only ones that we’re seeing on television are the scumbags — and again, it’s not all the people in New Orleans. Most of the people in New Orleans got out! It’s just a small percentage of those who were left in New Orleans, or who decided to stay in New Orleans, and they’re getting all the attention.”

Discussing disclosures from a caller who claimed to have tortured prisoners in U.S. custody: “I’ve got to tell you, I appreciate your service. … Good for you. Good for — I mean, good for you. Is it because you did it for the country? … I have to tell you, when all is said and done, I’m glad people like you are on our side.”

What the hell is CNN doing?