Mel Gibson's statement on his DUI arrest

GrandForksHerald.com ^ | 7/29/06

[LdSentinal]

The following is the complete text of Mel Gibson's statement regarding his arrest for investigation of driving under the influence of alcohol:

"After drinking alcohol on Thursday night, I did a number of things that were very wrong and for which I am ashamed. I drove a car when I should not have, and was stopped by the L.A. County sheriffs. The arresting officer was just doing his job and I feel fortunate that I was apprehended before I caused injury to any other person.

"I acted like a person completely out of control when I was arrested, and said things that I do not believe to be true and which are despicable. I am deeply ashamed of everything I said.

"Also, I take this opportunity to apologize to the deputies involved for my belligerent behavior. They have always been there for me in my community and indeed probably saved me from myself. I disgraced myself and my family with my behavior and for that I am truly sorry.

"I have battled the disease of alcoholism for all of my adult life and profoundly regret my horrific relapse. I apologize for any behavior unbecoming of me in my inebriated state and have already taken necessary steps to ensure my return to health."

[SuzyQue]

Ick.

[Hildy]

Show he has no ill will towards Jews."

See, you're assuming he doesn't. When you're drunk, you just don't say things that have never, ever crossed your mind...poltergeists don't come and plant thoughts in your head...in fact, it's the opposite. Oh, he said what he thinks about Jews. Now, as far as you're not believing the story, you can check this out:

<MEL GIBSON'S STATEMENT

[fanfan]

Give the guy a break. Wouldn't you be upset if the Jews had crucified one of your best friends?

LOL!

Jesus was a Jew, baby doll.

[sitetest]

Dear sinkspur,

As quick as you were to defend him before he admitted to his terrible behavior, you now seem equally quick to condemn him.

I'll remember not to tell you my worst sins. ;-)


sitetest

[Yorlik803]

He made a mistake. He will pay for it.

[Hildy]

I see no apologies to the Jewish community.

Since he blames Jews for the world's problems...he's probably now going to blame us for his. I will bet you now there will be no apology..and if there is...who cares. We know what he thinks now..I don't need his apology...he's dead to me.

[jrooney]

I read his statement, but you are saying he should go to hell and you are sober.

We do not know the exact words Mel said because none of us were there and I have yet to see him on videotape or hear him on audio tape. I am sure he said some things but do yo uthin khe remembers everything he said when he was intoxicated? I do not think so.

[nina0113]

I think his apology shows clearly that he is ashamed of those feelings. He needs God's Grace to overcome them, obviously.

I've done and thought and felt enough things that I'm ashamed of to have some compassion.

[mowells2]

WOW...i didnt find his post to be anti-semitic in anyway.
Seems like you have some built up hostility. You may want to deal with that before posting such rants on a public forum.

[Wallace T.]

My guess is that Mel Gibson believes all the anti-Semitic theories of his father, but that, while not inebriated, he has the good sense not to repeat them in a public venue. His statements are evidence of the old Latin saying, "In vino veritas." If the police reports are correct, Gibson appears to have consumed the same poison of arrogance that plagues too many Hollywood elitists.

[marajade]

Yeah he'll have to say three hail Marys and three our Fathers.

[KellyAdmirer]

You sound like you have a good handle on this guy's problem. I've never seen a thread full of more bombastic comments about someone than this one. It's amazing the hostility that lurks inside some folks, celebrities and posters alike.

[LowOiL]

See post 198 on judgement.

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We are not to judge hearts. We ARE to make discerning, wise judgements about actions.

"he who is spiritual judges all things. For... we have the mind of Christ" (1 Cor. 2:15-16).

[Sam Cree]

You are correct that ultimate forgiveness does not come from any of us. Nevertheless, we still should in no way be so quick to give our own forgiveness to antisemitism.

We don't know for sure if the guy is an antisemite, but it's starting to look an awful lot as if he is. I've always had the feeling that Mel was a good guy, and maybe he is. I still don't like this glimpse of his dark side.

We hear alot on this forum about people who are attacking Christianity. How about a little forgiveness for them too? Because you can bet that some of them have good intentions too.

[Hildy]

So, if he doesn't remember it...it didn't happen or he didn't mean it? Tell that to the countless people in prison for life who murdered people while intoxicated.

And yes, he can go to hell and yes, I am completely sober.

[CaptainCanada]

If Mel said derogatory comments about the Jews what would you suggest he do to make amends? Seriously.

He can't. He is obviously a Jew-hater and so anything he says or does will be insincere.

[Fzob]

Conservatives continue to be bewildered when their pro-Israelism does not exclude antisemitism.

Can you provide information about those Conservatives that are pro-Israel and anti-Semitic? Maybe it's me but I've never found any of those Conservatives

thanks.

[DeweyCA]

Can you please be specific when you say that you saw evidence of a BIIIGGGG drug usage by Rush. Since you are evidently part of his inner circle, maybe elaborate on your accusations.

[Mamzelle]

Alcohol can bring out the bad side, but so can simmering resentment and self-righteousness.

This has really made the day of the anti-Passion bunch.

[Hildy]

AND it gives all the critics of THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST the opportunity to smugly say, "I TOLD YOU SO." And that's what everyone who stuck up for Gibson should be upset about.