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Now will he get the same treatment for hate speech as any other person or will the reaction be different? Imagine a white reciever making disparaging comments about blacks, Hispanics or asians, how quickly would they be on the unemployment line in today's woke culture? Will his minority status get him preferential treatment compared to say that basketball owner that got rushed out by the NBA? I'm not holding my breath.
I have a feeling Malcom Jenkins won't be calling him to have a "discussion" like he did with Brees.
Good thing there aren't that many Jews in Philly :o
So whats the true DeSean?
The one who posted to IG or...
"I want to apologize to the Jewish community, Jeffrey Lurie, Howie Roseman, Doug Pederson, the Eagles organization and our fans for the insensitive and ill-informed posts that I shared on my social media," Jackson wrote in his follow-up statement. "My intention was to uplift, unite and encourage our culture with positivity and light. Unfortunately, that did not happen. I unintentionally hurt the Jewish community in the process and for that I am sorry! Now more than ever we must work together to end discrimination of all types and against all people and communities.
"This apology is more than just words -- it is a promise to do better. I will fully educate myself and work with local and national organizations to be more informed and make a difference in our community. I will consider my words and actions going forward. I will seek out voices from other communities and listen to their words, thoughts and beliefs. In a time of division, I am committed to doing my part in making this world a better place for our children."
Quote: @purplefaithful said:
Good thing there aren't that many Jews in Philly :o
So whats the true DeSean?
The one who posted to IG or...
"I want to apologize to the Jewish community, Jeffrey Lurie, Howie Roseman, Doug Pederson, the Eagles organization and our fans for the insensitive and ill-informed posts that I shared on my social media," Jackson wrote in his follow-up statement. "My intention was to uplift, unite and encourage our culture with positivity and light. Unfortunately, that did not happen. I unintentionally hurt the Jewish community in the process and for that I am sorry! Now more than ever we must work together to end discrimination of all types and against all people and communities.
"This apology is more than just words -- it is a promise to do better. I will fully educate myself and work with local and national organizations to be more informed and make a difference in our community. I will consider my words and actions going forward. I will seek out voices from other communities and listen to their words, thoughts and beliefs. In a time of division, I am committed to doing my part in making this world a better place for our children."
One sounded like an angry ignorant person, the other sounds like a sports agent doing damage control to preserve a pay day IMO.
Quote: @Nichelle said:
Well, that was stupid.
You can say that again. I am not sure calling it stupid is even enough.
Quote: @JimmyinSD said:
Now will he get the same treatment for hate speech as any other person or will the reaction be different? Imagine a white reciever making disparaging comments about blacks, Hispanics or asians, how quickly would they be on the unemployment line in today's woke culture? Will his minority status get him preferential treatment compared to say that basketball owner that got rushed out by the NBA? I'm not holding my breath.
What he said was absolutely wrong, stupid and uncalled for.
I'm not sure why the need for the labored projection. Anyway since you asked there is a precedence...
Riley Cooper made racial comments in 2013. He was not kicked out of the NFL. As a matter of fact, he played for two more years for the same team.
Luckily for Cooper, the NFL (Roger Goodell) said there was not going to be any additional punishment besides a fine.
So should we apply the same to Jackson since you wanted a comparison?
Lastly, I could use your same bait line by saying...."Cooper's elite status got him preferential treatment" but that would be a cheap shot.
Quote: @mblack said:
@ JimmyinSD said:
Now will he get the same treatment for hate speech as any other person or will the reaction be different? Imagine a white reciever making disparaging comments about blacks, Hispanics or asians, how quickly would they be on the unemployment line in today's woke culture? Will his minority status get him preferential treatment compared to say that basketball owner that got rushed out by the NBA? I'm not holding my breath.
What he said was absolutely wrong, stupid and uncalled for.
I'm not sure why the need for the labored projection. Anyway since you asked there is a precedence...
Riley Cooper made racial comments in 2013. He was not kicked out of the NFL. As a matter of fact, he played for two more years for the same team.
Luckily for Cooper, the NFL (Roger Goodell) said there was not going to be any additional punishment besides a fine.
So should we apply the same to Jackson since you wanted a comparison?
Lastly, I could use your same bait line by saying...."Cooper's elite status got him preferential treatment" but that would be a cheap shot.
The big difference is that was 2013. Had Drew Brees said what he did 3 months ago, no one would have made one comment about it, but during the current climate he was grilled relentlessly and unfairly. Had Cooper made that comment today, he would be instantly cut, no doubt about it.
Quote: @JR44 said:
@ mblack said:
@ JimmyinSD said:
Now will he get the same treatment for hate speech as any other person or will the reaction be different? Imagine a white reciever making disparaging comments about blacks, Hispanics or asians, how quickly would they be on the unemployment line in today's woke culture? Will his minority status get him preferential treatment compared to say that basketball owner that got rushed out by the NBA? I'm not holding my breath.
What he said was absolutely wrong, stupid and uncalled for.
I'm not sure why the need for the labored projection. Anyway since you asked there is a precedence...
Riley Cooper made racial comments in 2013. He was not kicked out of the NFL. As a matter of fact, he played for two more years for the same team.
Luckily for Cooper, the NFL (Roger Goodell) said there was not going to be any additional punishment besides a fine.
So should we apply the same to Jackson since you wanted a comparison?
Lastly, I could use your same bait line by saying...."Cooper's elite status got him preferential treatment" but that would be a cheap shot.
The big difference is that was 2013. Had Drew Brees said what he did 3 months ago, no one would have made one comment about it, but during the current climate he was grilled relentlessly and unfairly. Had Cooper made that comment today, he would be instantly cut, no doubt about it.
Oh so today Brees being grilled is "unfair" but in 2013 it was OK to let Cooper off the hook? So maybe we should ask why Cooper was not grilled in 2013. Remember, I did not attempt the comparison. Jackson's actions alone were terrible.
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