sfgdood
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stats geeks never played the game...that's why they don't get it and never will
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Post by sfgdood on Feb 24, 2015 23:22:46 GMT -5
I just lost a LOT of respect for Henry Aaron. I didn't agree with his criticism of Barry Bonds for his affiliation with Balco...but I respected his opinion. Now he's embracing the two time loser juicer Alex Rodriguez, saying that he is "rooting for him." Hates on Barry but showing love for Arod? No that doesn't fly. Take some more greenies, Henry.
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Post by Islandboagie on Feb 25, 2015 3:54:57 GMT -5
I haven't had much respect for Hank Aaron since he said Republicans are the new KKK.
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Post by rxmeister on Feb 27, 2015 8:54:46 GMT -5
I think Hank Aaron is just being gracious when asked about ARod. Maybe his rooting for ARod and not Bonds might also have something to do with the fact that Bonds passed him on the all time list and ARod won't. Of course his comment about the Republicans and the KKK might be exaggerated, but too often true. If Democrats are often compared to far left wings like Communists and Socialists, you have to expect the Republicans to be compared to far right wing parties like the KKK.
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sfgdood
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stats geeks never played the game...that's why they don't get it and never will
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Post by sfgdood on Feb 27, 2015 13:21:19 GMT -5
Ok so here we go again...the tolerant and sensitive lefties making generalized and slanderous remarks about conservatives. Seems to me the guy who complains when political threads are started now has changed his stance and wants to fully engage, Boagie. You saw it yourself...it's back ON!
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Post by donk33 on Feb 27, 2015 14:05:02 GMT -5
Ok so here we go again...the tolerant and sensitive lefties making generalized and slanderous remarks about conservatives. Seems to me the guy who complains when political threads are started now has changed his stance and wants to fully engage, Boagie. You saw it yourself...it's back ON! dk..you are one sick little boy...you never have stopped your snide remarks about Dems. just as you cry over people calling you names when you feel free to insult anyone or every one.... |
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sfgdood
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stats geeks never played the game...that's why they don't get it and never will
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Post by sfgdood on Feb 27, 2015 14:27:52 GMT -5
ahhh the other liberal name-caller emerges. Nobody's crying here, old timer...just calling a hypocrite what it is...good day to you
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Post by Islandboagie on Feb 27, 2015 15:05:49 GMT -5
Mark- I think Hank Aaron is just being gracious when asked about ARod. Maybe his rooting for ARod and not Bonds might also have something to do with the fact that Bonds passed him on the all time list and ARod won't. Of course his comment about the Republicans and the KKK might be exaggerated, but too often true. If Democrats are often compared to far left wings like Communists and Socialists, you have to expect the Republicans to be compared to far right wing parties like the KKK.
Boagie- A few points, Mark..
1. I don't think those two comparisons are equally offensive. Communism and Socialism are alternate forms of goverment. The KKK is associated with hate rhetoric, burning crosses, blowing up churches and hanging minorities. Which label would you find more offensive?
2. Many Democrats have communist and socialist views.
3. I know of no current Republicans who support racism or burning crosses.
4. How many Liberal Hollywood actors and actresses did we see visiting Hugo Chavez and supporting his anti-American rhetoric? Plenty.
5. How many Republicans do we see arm in arm with KKK leaders? None.
The comparison here isn't close.
What Aaron said was grossly offensive and an all around ignorant comment. He of all people should realize the impact of such a broad and racist statement. He's a fool, and his most recent support of Arod, as Randy stated, makes him a hypocrite as well.
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Post by Rog on Feb 27, 2015 15:13:24 GMT -5
I am surprised that Hank said that.
Anyone here seen the movie Selma? What did you think of it? Sorry to stray off topic, but I think this one may already be off track!
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Post by Islandboagie on Feb 27, 2015 15:15:48 GMT -5
Also, Mark, if you're wondering why I'm a registered Republican and not a Democrat, these instances are why.
Democrats say controversial crap like this, they see no backlash from their own peers. Aaron could shit on the american flag and his Liberal buddies would still love him.
Any instance of racism or ignorant behavior on the Republican side and that person would see a backlash from everyone, including Republicans.
There's a sense of holding people accountable for their words and actions in the Republican party. Which is non-existent for Democrats.
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Post by Rog on Feb 27, 2015 15:27:15 GMT -5
Not that it matters much, but I'm a registered Republican so I can vote in primaries. Previously I was registered as an Independent, which I think is what people should be. I am more Republican than Democrat, but I agree with the Democrats on many issues.
For me, that's enough about politics. I find that most posters here are either overboard one way or the other (can we say Allen Reed?) or tend to stay out of the discussions.
So I think I'll just ...
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Post by rxmeister on Feb 27, 2015 19:21:07 GMT -5
Yeah, I was just having a little fun and seeing who I could reel in with my KKK comment. I knew Dood would blow a gasket, but I was surprised Boagie overreacted. However, to be completely honest, you have to consider the source. This is a man who grew up under segregation and racism. He probably even saw the actual KKK going through his city on many occasions. He faced death threats from bigots as he was chasing Babe Ruth's record. How can you expect anything other than an exaggerated opinion from a man about the party that's considered the party of angry old white men? Ever hear Jackie Robinson and how radical he became in his later years after what he went through?
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Post by donk33 on Feb 27, 2015 19:41:23 GMT -5
ahhh the other liberal name-caller emerges. Nobody's crying here, old timer...just calling a hypocrite what it is...good day to you dk...and all the names people call you have been fully earned...little boy |
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Post by Rog on Feb 27, 2015 21:53:43 GMT -5
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