People really care about reality TV now, don't they? What's all the hub-bub about? A redneck couldn't keep his mouth shut? Well, then, you've got to wonder who the dummy here is: the reality "star", the media company A&E for taking a drastic move and getting more PR, or the viewer who gives a shit about this shit. My vote is for the dumb-ass viewer! Kill your TV and get a life!
Well, then, you've got to wonder who the dummy here is: the reality "star", the media company A&E for taking a drastic move and getting more PR, or the viewer who gives a shit about this shit. My vote is for the dumb-ass viewer! Kill your TV and get a life!
Exactly!!! As the Chili Peppers once said, "Throw away you television."
LOL!!! so friggin what ! I agree with PR but in this ..politicaly correct media world you can't experess your opinion with out getting shit from someone but on the same media outlet you can use words like bitch,damn and other slang cuss words but soon as you give your opinion on homo's your fired ?
it seems to me most of the shows viewers are backing PR's opinion but in the end it is what it is right ?
it seems to me most of the shows viewers are backing PR's opinion but in the end it is what it is right ?
Well, of course most of the shows viewers are going to back duck character. A HUGE majority of people that watch that show on the reg are rednecks. I live in a rural area and my facebook news feed is polluted with red necks backing this guy. Who gives enough shit to support or oppose this guys opinion is beyond me.
it just occurd to that this show is not live...isn't there a editing process before it's aired ? seems to me that Phil is not the only one here with his opinion otherwise it would have ended up on the cutting room floor right ?
it just occurd to that this show is not live...isn't there a editing process before it's aired ? seems to me that Phil is not the only one here with his opinion otherwise it would have ended up on the cutting room floor right ?
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Phil didn't make those comments on anything that was aired on A&E, unless he did at one time or another and it ended up on the A&E cutting room floor. If that ever happened by chance, who cares what A&E decided to do, they're the boss and Phil's freedom of speech doesn't apply in their work place. What we do know is he voiced his opinion through GQ and A&E has no control on what they decide to publish.
Just read this show is something like the highest rated cable show ever, or something along those lines. Only in America. Thankfully, I have never seen a minute of these morons.
it just occurd to that this show is not live...isn't there a editing process before it's aired ? seems to me that Phil is not the only one here with his opinion otherwise it would have ended up on the cutting room floor right ?
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Phil didn't make those comments on anything that was aired on A&E, unless he did at one time or another and it ended up on the A&E cutting room floor. If that ever happened by chance, who cares what A&E decided to do, they're the boss and Phil's freedom of speech doesn't apply in their work place. What we do know is he voiced his opinion through GQ and A&E has no control on what they decide to publish.
that's true,I just was thinking there was an editing process somewhere ?
I very much hope the family follows through on their (somewhat) empty threat to not do the show anymore. They like money and attention so I can't see them actually doing it, I expect we'll see the standard "apology" in another week or two.
But what I love is hiding behind religion, yet I can guarantee you they've worked Sundays doing this show, of course breaking God's law that should not be working on the Sabbath. Money is most people's true God.
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LOL!!! so friggin what ! I agree with PR but in this ..politicaly correct media world you can't experess your opinion with out getting shit from someone but on the same media outlet you can use words like bitch,damn and other slang cuss words but soon as you give your opinion on homo's your fired ?
it seems to me most of the shows viewers are backing PR's opinion but in the end it is what it is right ?
Godfather.
Anyone else notice that the same day that this interview became public and now the whole world knows how ignorant Phil Robertson and his followers are that NEW MEXICO BECAME THE 17TH STATE TO LEGALIZE GAY MARRIAGE!!!
17 down and only 33 to go :corn:
12 million people watched the season 4 premier in August ... lot of fucking stupid people who enjoy watching ignorant red necks, wonder if its the same crowd that watches american karaoke
are you on the fence when you actually sit there and wonder do I prefer a vagina or anus ...
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I don't have tv so I've never seen the show, my only comment is that I find it extremely disturbing that this is what it takes to get people in an uproar. A comment from a reality tv guy.
Don't let the real stuff like NDAA, the federal reserve, NSA, patriot act, TSA, politicians not upholding their oaths, runaway spending, and reckless monetary policy bother you. That stuff would make people actually think, and I firmly believe most people want to be dumb.
Just brings to the forefront how ignorant a large segment of population is towards people that aren't like them. In 20 years we will look back at this and :fp: These folks are dying out and their kids are getting more balanced info.
Too much fuss from Americans either supporting or opposing this guy. This reality TV celeb has ZERO impact on our lives and no one should let him have an impact on their lives. If you're gay, don't let a CELEBRITY bother you. If you're an anti-gay Christian, why support a celebrity? Why run to his aid? Why all the fuss because he was rightfully suspended by his employer? What has he done for you? NOTHING!
If your an Anti gay Christian. Look in the mirror or better yet WWJD? It's not a choice. If you think otherwise your dillusional and even if it were who freakin cares how you get your kicks.
I don't have tv so I've never seen the show, my only comment is that I find it extremely disturbing that this is what it takes to get people in an uproar. A comment from a reality tv guy.
Agreed. I saw this story - and then that there were contending petitions in support of the guy and in support of the network - and couldn't believe it.
While I think discussions about minority rights, the role of religion, intolerance, speech, censorship etc are all vitally important to a healthy democracy, it's really, really, really sad that people only seem to care about those topics when they involve an apparently beloved reality TV star.
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I don't have tv so I've never seen the show, my only comment is that I find it extremely disturbing that this is what it takes to get people in an uproar. A comment from a reality tv guy.
Agreed. I saw this story - and then that there were contending petitions in support of the guy and in support of the network - and couldn't believe it.
While I think discussions about minority rights, the role of religion, intolerance, speech, censorship etc are all vitally important to a healthy democracy, it's really, really, really sad that people only seem to care about those topics when they involve an apparently beloved reality TV star.
So let's just sweep it under the rug. So what it's a reality star. Yeah never watched and won't but good to have debate regardless of how it comes up. This is how many Americans think and it's shameful.
isn't it possible to be a Christian and not be a bigot at the same time?
it's possible, but most are bigots.
Absolutely not. Come to my church in LA - it's Episcopal, progressive, not a bigot in the bunch. The rector is gay, the congregation is racially mixed, there are lots of families - some gay, some not. It makes me crazy that the perception is if you're "Christian" you must be a member of the religious right.
I don't have tv so I've never seen the show, my only comment is that I find it extremely disturbing that this is what it takes to get people in an uproar. A comment from a reality tv guy.
Agreed. I saw this story - and then that there were contending petitions in support of the guy and in support of the network - and couldn't believe it.
While I think discussions about minority rights, the role of religion, intolerance, speech, censorship etc are all vitally important to a healthy democracy, it's really, really, really sad that people only seem to care about those topics when they involve an apparently beloved reality TV star.
So let's just sweep it under the rug. So what it's a reality star. Yeah never watched and won't but good to have debate regardless of how it comes up. This is how many Americans think and it's shameful.
That's not what I'm saying at all.
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isn't it possible to be a Christian and not be a bigot at the same time?
another question: Do the Christians that support duck dynasty ideas consider themselves bigots?
That's a really good question. I found the "blacks were happier in the Jim Crow days" really offensive - how could somebody think that's not a bigoted thing to say?
12 million people watched the season 4 premier in August ... lot of fucking stupid people who enjoy watching ignorant red necks, wonder if its the same crowd that watches american karaoke
biggoted statement ? along with a few others that use the word "redneck" in a unfriendly way..but if one was to use the word "fag" insted of "gay" or "homosexual" it would be concidered biggoted right ? so where is the line drawn ?
I think those, like Sarah Palin, who is calling this whole thing an attack on Free Speech is dumb, I'm sorry.
He exercised his right to say what he believes, and the people he offended have the right to call him an asshole.
Simple as that.
You can't expect to say anything you want without possible backlash.
Well, it is an attack on free speech. Except this is case one is suffering from the use of that speech. He has the right to speak his mind, even if he says something dumb, and his employer has the right to do what they did.
In the end it's another non-issue, and another non-issue that if the groups on BOTH sides of this debate used similar energy to change important issues, that I've previously mentioned, and then we might really improve society.
It is not an attack on free speech. He said what he said, and in his statement he criticized some people, which he can freely say. And as it so happens, his criticism pissed off not just the ones he criticized, but he pissed off a bunch of viewers who thought he was a nice man or whatever. I don't watch the show so I don't know how he acts on the show, but either way he should've known that the media, as well as viewers, would react to his statements.
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biggoted statement ? along with a few others that use the word "redneck" in a unfriendly way..but if one was to use the word "fag" insted of "gay" or "homosexual" it would be concidered biggoted right ? so where is the line drawn ?
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You pretty much described where the line is drawn. Slurs against gays and lesbians aren't accepted by many people because of the history of discrimination and intolerance toward that group.
This guy is trash. I've never watched an episode of his show, never will. Yet another asshole hiding his ignorance and bigotry behind the all mighty Jesus. Plus, the douche bags on fox news keep saying he was suspended for quoting scripture. Please, just go away.
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Exactly!!! As the Chili Peppers once said, "Throw away you television."
it seems to me most of the shows viewers are backing PR's opinion but in the end it is what it is right ?
Godfather.
Well, of course most of the shows viewers are going to back duck character. A HUGE majority of people that watch that show on the reg are rednecks. I live in a rural area and my facebook news feed is polluted with red necks backing this guy. Who gives enough shit to support or oppose this guys opinion is beyond me.
Godfather.
Phil didn't make those comments on anything that was aired on A&E, unless he did at one time or another and it ended up on the A&E cutting room floor. If that ever happened by chance, who cares what A&E decided to do, they're the boss and Phil's freedom of speech doesn't apply in their work place. What we do know is he voiced his opinion through GQ and A&E has no control on what they decide to publish.
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Yeah, there probably is. A&E has the final say in the editing process I assume.. fuck it all though... quack quack
But what I love is hiding behind religion, yet I can guarantee you they've worked Sundays doing this show, of course breaking God's law that should not be working on the Sabbath. Money is most people's true God.
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Anyone else notice that the same day that this interview became public and now the whole world knows how ignorant Phil Robertson and his followers are that NEW MEXICO BECAME THE 17TH STATE TO LEGALIZE GAY MARRIAGE!!!
17 down and only 33 to go :corn:
are you on the fence when you actually sit there and wonder do I prefer a vagina or anus ...
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it's possible, but most are bigots.
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Agreed. I saw this story - and then that there were contending petitions in support of the guy and in support of the network - and couldn't believe it.
While I think discussions about minority rights, the role of religion, intolerance, speech, censorship etc are all vitally important to a healthy democracy, it's really, really, really sad that people only seem to care about those topics when they involve an apparently beloved reality TV star.
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Absolutely not. Come to my church in LA - it's Episcopal, progressive, not a bigot in the bunch. The rector is gay, the congregation is racially mixed, there are lots of families - some gay, some not. It makes me crazy that the perception is if you're "Christian" you must be a member of the religious right.
That's not what I'm saying at all.
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That's a really good question. I found the "blacks were happier in the Jim Crow days" really offensive - how could somebody think that's not a bigoted thing to say?
biggoted statement ? along with a few others that use the word "redneck" in a unfriendly way..but if one was to use the word "fag" insted of "gay" or "homosexual" it would be concidered biggoted right ? so where is the line drawn ?
Godfather.
It is not an attack on free speech. He said what he said, and in his statement he criticized some people, which he can freely say. And as it so happens, his criticism pissed off not just the ones he criticized, but he pissed off a bunch of viewers who thought he was a nice man or whatever. I don't watch the show so I don't know how he acts on the show, but either way he should've known that the media, as well as viewers, would react to his statements.
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makes much more sense to live in the present tense - Present Tense
You pretty much described where the line is drawn. Slurs against gays and lesbians aren't accepted by many people because of the history of discrimination and intolerance toward that group.
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