The NFL Betrays...Me
Posted by Mr. Naron, Oct 13 2009, 07:30 PM
I'm sure there are myriad threads on this NFL/Rush Limbaugh thing already, but I've had to sit and listen to the lies and half-truths of talk radio callers for the past hour. And I am floored by what I've heard. It has been a sad component of race relations the last fifty years in which some liberal African Americans, because they don't like a particular white individual, have to make up racist statements in order to demonize that individual. They did it with Elvis, claiming that The King said blacks weren't good for anything but shining his shoes and buying his records. They did it with Ronald Reagan claiming that his choice to give a speech on states' rights in Mississippi was code for racism. 
Now they're doing it with Rush, and this time it's more blatant and craven than ever. Just listen to journalism professor Karen Hunter. If you can't watch the video, she first says, "I can just see the visions of plantation grandeur dancing in his head as we speak" regarding Rush's dream to own an NFL team. Then she says, "He even said that Dr. Martin Luther King, his killer, James Earl Ray should have a medal given to him, a medal of honor. He says, ‘We miss you, James.' You can go online as to the top 10 Rush Limbaugh racist comments."
I can't begin to express my contempt for such ignorant race baiting and professional misconduct. See, I have been accused of uttering racist remarks in the classroom, and until you've been on that side of it, you can't understand how enraged it can make you. This is someone recklessly attempting to destroy your reputation.
The NFL's apparent decision to not allow Rush to buy into the St. Louis Rams organization only gives weight to the lies. One sports writer puts it this way:
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An institution as public-relations savvy as the NFL has to understand that letting in someone like Limbaugh would be akin to letting a Hatfield give the keynote address at the McCoy national convention. A league in which about 65 percent of the players are African-American is not going to risk the public blow back that would accompany a man who once made racially charged statements about Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb.
Notice that this "writer" accepts, uncritically, the notion that Rush has made racist statements and is somehow an enemy of African Americans. Worse, NFL commissioner, Roger Goodell, does the same:
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"Divisive comments are not what the NFL is all about," Goodell said. "I would not want to see those kind of comments from people who are in a responsible position in the NFL."
So, you can have spouse abusers as far as the eye can see, a dog murderer, drunk drivers galore and loud mouth, left-wing idiots to beat the bank, but the NFL "likes quite". And because Rush "doesn't do quiet" he gets no part of an NFL team.
I really do take this personally. Not only have I been on the receiving end of the racist charge, I have, in my wilder dreams, desired to own an NFL team. So what the NFL is saying is that a guy like me, holding the conservative values I hold can only hope to own a team as long as I don't antagonize the wrong people who're willing to make things up out of whole cloth. I'd better shut up right now about my politics if by some chance I become wealthy enough to buy a team.
This is a betrayal by the NFL. I've loved it since I was a child.
I'm not sure if I can watch it anymore.
My Mind is Clean
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susancnw, Oct 13 2009, 08:09 PM
This is just unreal. And I'm fascinated by the 'racist comments' as you can't find ANY corroboration, video, audio, transcript or anything of racist remarks!
Mr. Naron, Oct 13 2009, 08:12 PM
QUOTE (susancnw @ Oct 13 2009, 06:09 PM)
This is just unreal. And I'm fascinated by the 'racist comments' as you can't find ANY corroboration, video, audio, transcript or anything of racist remarks!
And yet several callers into Hugh Hewitt's show claim to have heard them personally. There really is no shame left. I don't think they understand what they're doing when they lie about such a thing.
Or maybe they do.
I get the feeling we're being set up.
Howsithangin, Oct 13 2009, 08:12 PM
The quoted racist remarks are being proven false as we speak. But what does it matter, the slander did its job. (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)
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Howsithangin, Oct 13 2009, 08:15 PM
Once upon a time, those who claimed to hear imaginary or contrived racist statements were criticized for the possibility of creating a "cry wolf" atmostphere were no one would eventually it when real racism raised its ugly head. I postulate that something else might happen; maybe is happening: if dissenters from the PC world are going to be called racists anyway, why not earn the title... (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/ph34r.gif)
Mr. Naron, Oct 13 2009, 08:18 PM
QUOTE (Howsithangin @ Oct 13 2009, 06:15 PM)
Once upon a time, those who claimed to hear imaginary or contrived racist statements were criticized for the possibility of creating a "cry wolf" atmostphere were no one would eventually it when real racism raised its ugly head. I postulate that something else might happen; maybe is happening: if dissenters from the PC world are going to be called racists anyway, why not earn the title... (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/ph34r.gif)
We can't let that happen because it's more than likely exactly what they want. We're dealing with people without a moral bone in their bodies.
leftcoast, right winger, Oct 13 2009, 08:43 PM
NFL actually stands for No F'ing Limbaugh in some libtards minds. Now if Rush were to purchase a Lingerie Football League team they'd probably denounce him as an adulterer, sexist, Letterman type.
Mr. Naron, Oct 13 2009, 09:01 PM
I don't know if this is a real email address, but send it a message anyway.
Roger.Goodell2@nfl.net
Update: Not real. If anyone has accurate contact info, I'd appreciate it.
This post has been edited by Mr. Naron: Oct 13 2009, 09:02 PM
Roger.Goodell2@nfl.net
Update: Not real. If anyone has accurate contact info, I'd appreciate it.
This post has been edited by Mr. Naron: Oct 13 2009, 09:02 PM
Lyndsey, Oct 13 2009, 09:15 PM
This whole incident makes me sick to my stomach. I hope that Rush sues them all for libel and wins. Their libel is preventing business from happening...and that is wrong on so many levels.
If this keeps Rush from getting a team...well I just won't attend any more Cleveland Browns Games. And that is a hard thing for Cleveland Browns fan who only gets to see her favorite team when they play in San Diego to say.
If this keeps Rush from getting a team...well I just won't attend any more Cleveland Browns Games. And that is a hard thing for Cleveland Browns fan who only gets to see her favorite team when they play in San Diego to say.
Mr. Naron, Oct 13 2009, 09:52 PM
QUOTE (Lyndsey @ Oct 13 2009, 07:15 PM)
This whole incident makes me sick to my stomach. I hope that Rush sues them all for libel and wins. Their libel is preventing business from happening...and that is wrong on so many levels.
If this keeps Rush from getting a team...well I just won't attend any more Cleveland Browns Games. And that is a hard thing for Cleveland Browns fan who only gets to see her favorite team when they play in San Diego to say.
If this keeps Rush from getting a team...well I just won't attend any more Cleveland Browns Games. And that is a hard thing for Cleveland Browns fan who only gets to see her favorite team when they play in San Diego to say.
I wouldn't go to a game in San Diego again if you paid me. (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
As for Rush suing, it'd be nice, but a major long shot. The blame, here, lies mostly with Goodell. He's the one who couldn't be bothered with simple fact checking.
leftcoast, right winger, Oct 13 2009, 09:58 PM
Go watch the Broncs plays the Bolts next Monday. And yeah, Qualcomm sux! Almost hope the Dolts move to Chula Vista.
Mr. Naron, Oct 13 2009, 09:59 PM
QUOTE (leftcoast, right winger @ Oct 13 2009, 07:58 PM)
Go watch the Broncs plays the Bolts next Monday. And yeah, Qualcomm sux! Almost hope the Dolts move to Chula Vista.
They can move to TJ for all I care. I hate the Chargers.
Although, I hear their owner is a conservative. If he comes out strong in support for Rush, I might have to stop hating them.
Howsithangin, Oct 13 2009, 10:01 PM
QUOTE (Mr. Naron @ Oct 13 2009, 04:52 PM)
QUOTE (Lyndsey @ Oct 13 2009, 07:15 PM)
This whole incident makes me sick to my stomach. I hope that Rush sues them all for libel and wins. Their libel is preventing business from happening...and that is wrong on so many levels.
If this keeps Rush from getting a team...well I just won't attend any more Cleveland Browns Games. And that is a hard thing for Cleveland Browns fan who only gets to see her favorite team when they play in San Diego to say.
If this keeps Rush from getting a team...well I just won't attend any more Cleveland Browns Games. And that is a hard thing for Cleveland Browns fan who only gets to see her favorite team when they play in San Diego to say.
I wouldn't go to a game in San Diego again if you paid me. (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
As for Rush suing, it'd be nice, but a major long shot. The blame, here, lies mostly with Goodell. He's the one who couldn't be bothered with simple fact checking.
On Rush's show this morning (well, its morning here when he's on) Rush indicated that there are already legal machinations being conducted on his part to pursue the slanderers. Good for him!
Howsithangin, Oct 13 2009, 10:03 PM
QUOTE (Mr. Naron @ Oct 13 2009, 03:18 PM)
QUOTE (Howsithangin @ Oct 13 2009, 06:15 PM)
Once upon a time, those who claimed to hear imaginary or contrived racist statements were criticized for the possibility of creating a "cry wolf" atmostphere were no one would eventually it when real racism raised its ugly head. I postulate that something else might happen; maybe is happening: if dissenters from the PC world are going to be called racists anyway, why not earn the title... (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/ph34r.gif)
We can't let that happen because it's more than likely exactly what they want. We're dealing with people without a moral bone in their bodies.
I hear what you're saying, and you're right (I think). But it infuriates me to no end that they do not have a moral bone in their bodies, while we play by the Queen's rules, and get F'd in the process for doing so! (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/redhot.gif)
Mr. Naron, Oct 13 2009, 10:54 PM
QUOTE (Howsithangin @ Oct 13 2009, 08:01 PM)
QUOTE (Mr. Naron @ Oct 13 2009, 04:52 PM)
QUOTE (Lyndsey @ Oct 13 2009, 07:15 PM)
This whole incident makes me sick to my stomach. I hope that Rush sues them all for libel and wins. Their libel is preventing business from happening...and that is wrong on so many levels.
If this keeps Rush from getting a team...well I just won't attend any more Cleveland Browns Games. And that is a hard thing for Cleveland Browns fan who only gets to see her favorite team when they play in San Diego to say.
If this keeps Rush from getting a team...well I just won't attend any more Cleveland Browns Games. And that is a hard thing for Cleveland Browns fan who only gets to see her favorite team when they play in San Diego to say.
I wouldn't go to a game in San Diego again if you paid me. (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
As for Rush suing, it'd be nice, but a major long shot. The blame, here, lies mostly with Goodell. He's the one who couldn't be bothered with simple fact checking.
On Rush's show this morning (well, its morning here when he's on) Rush indicated that there are already legal machinations being conducted on his part to pursue the slanderers. Good for him!
I heard him say that on Greta tonight. I hope it's at least enough to put the fear of God into those idiots.
Walter Scott Hudson, Oct 14 2009, 04:49 AM
Wow. You really handed them their lungs, rhetorically speaking. Blatant hypocrisy by the NFL.
swede1962, Oct 14 2009, 02:05 PM
Rush pointed out that it was anonymous troll who posted rascist comments on his listing in Wikipedia, then the sheeple in the MSM ran with it-no corooboration, no proof, just a lie built upon a falsehood, wrapped in an untruth. It grew like a virus.
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Guest, Oct 14 2009, 10:59 PM
Mr. Naron, Oct 14 2009, 11:30 PM
QUOTE (Guest @ Oct 14 2009, 08:59 PM)
Great website. (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/Ani_RN.gif)