I don't think it's such a hot idea for the institution that needs watchdogging to be called upon by the institution that's supposed to be the watchdog to save the watchdog's butt:
Former CBS News anchor Dan Rather called on President Barack Obama to form a White House commission to help save the press Tuesday night in an impassioned speech at the Aspen Institute.
“I personally encourage the president to establish a White House commission on public media,” the legendary newsman said.
