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Mel Gibson's statement on his DUI arrest
GrandForksHerald.com ^ | 7/29/06

Posted on 07/29/2006 1:51:47 PM PDT by 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."


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To: Hildy

Christ is a Jew and Mel did him and many other Jews in the movie quite proud.


501 posted on 07/29/2006 6:19:55 PM PDT by Donna Lee Nardo (+++ DEATH TO ISLAMIC TERRORISTS AND ANIMAL AND CHILD ABUSERS +++)
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To: Hildy

Too bad this kind of stuff can't be displayed more prominently on this forum. This sounds like a "Breaking News" story to me.

But it seems the top "Breaking News" stories on this forum are always "Sunday Morning Talk Show Thread," "GOTTA SEE THIS" or "Presidential Press Conference LIVE THREAD."

All the while, stories like this get lost in the shuffle.


502 posted on 07/29/2006 6:20:14 PM PDT by Mr. Brightside
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To: veronica

Humility....something a lot of us sorely lack.


503 posted on 07/29/2006 6:21:15 PM PDT by Guenevere (Israel, our friend and ally.....God bless her.)
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To: Yorlik803

I was a volunteer medic too. For many years. I'm pretty much zero-tolerance for drunk driving. But, I've seen a whole lotta chemically-altered people over the years, and I disagree with in "vino veritas". People under the influence say and do incredibly stupid things that they would never do or say under normal circumstances. So, is the drunk the "real" person? Not unless that's their normal state, in my opinion.


504 posted on 07/29/2006 6:24:14 PM PDT by SuzyQue (Remember to think.)
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To: veronica

For the life of me, I cannot understand Mel's comments, his Father's very public anti-Jewish pronouncements or even those of folks like Pat Buchanan, etc. It is all illogical and very upsetting.


505 posted on 07/29/2006 6:25:20 PM PDT by Donna Lee Nardo (+++ DEATH TO ISLAMIC TERRORISTS AND ANIMAL AND CHILD ABUSERS +++)
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To: SuzyQue

Alcohol in excess, like any bad habit, amplifies negative and destructive tendencies. That's why it's a bad habit. If it made people more loving and improved motor skills, it wouldn't be discouraged.

That said, it's obvious Mel Gibson has an opinion about Jews which does not correspond to the reality of the world situation. Then again, Mel's assessment of Jews is not far removed from what most of the UN apparently believes.


506 posted on 07/29/2006 6:31:54 PM PDT by olderwiser
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To: SuzyQue
So, is the drunk the "real" person? Not unless that's their normal state, in my opinion. sleepy from being old.

I'm always shocked how celebrities can keep drinking and not learn to manage their alcohol (getting arrested, being loud, etc). Most people learn that right away.

I partied when I was young, and I sure was a different person when drinking. But when I rarely get drunk these days, one would never know it. I am quite the same person except that I fall flat asleep by 9pm (instead of 9am).

507 posted on 07/29/2006 6:50:11 PM PDT by SteveMcKing
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To: NorCalRepub

why would there be penance if that's what he believes. Everyone here is assuming he just spouted this out of nowhere. THIS IS WHAT HE BELIEVES...what is he going to apologize for? And even if he does...so what? The damage is done. He can apologize to the police, he can apologize for his language...but he said what he believes...so basically he'd be apologizing for saying out loud what he really thinks about Jews...great.


508 posted on 07/29/2006 6:55:21 PM PDT by Hildy
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To: Donna Lee Nardo
It is all illogical and very upsetting.

I know. One lesson I am reminded of in all this, is that we don't really know people like Mel Gibson. We think we know them, they have people who are paid to craft their public personas, but in the end we don't really know them and we best not imbue them with the heroic qualities of the characters they play or portray.

509 posted on 07/29/2006 6:56:12 PM PDT by veronica (Clown Posse - bear-ly sane...)
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To: Donna Lee Nardo

ROFLMAO!!! Only a non-Jew would say that!


510 posted on 07/29/2006 6:56:27 PM PDT by Hildy
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To: veronica
I know. One lesson I am reminded of in all this, is that we don't really know people like Mel Gibson. We think we know them, they have people who are paid to craft their public personas, but in the end we don't really know them and we best not imbue them with the heroic qualities of the characters they play or portray.

I think that encapsulates the situation very nicely. At least his statement shows contrition, rather than an attempt to brazen it out at the expense of the people he wronged. That's a starting point, at least.

511 posted on 07/29/2006 6:58:22 PM PDT by Mr Ramsbotham (Laws against sodomy are honored in the breech.)
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To: Hildy
THIS IS WHAT HE BELIEVES...

Learned at his father's knee.

512 posted on 07/29/2006 6:59:11 PM PDT by veronica (Clown Posse - bear-ly sane...)
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To: SuzyQue

I think you're misusing the word "REAL." Being drunk let's go of our inhibitions. Saying I HATE FUCKING JEWS is not something you would say in polite company...even though that's what you think. But when you're drunk..that filter is gone. So when we say "THE REAL" person comes out...it's the stuff that we think and would like to do in our hearts, but our natural society "filters" won't allow. I hope that was understandable.


513 posted on 07/29/2006 7:00:58 PM PDT by Hildy
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To: ladyinred

I hear they have a tape.


When they have a tape, all one can do is grovel.


514 posted on 07/29/2006 7:01:33 PM PDT by stands2reason (ANAGRAM for the day: Socialist twaddle == Tact is disallowed)
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To: Mr Ramsbotham
Well, in terms of the Jewish aspect of his statement, it falls woefully short IMO. He makes broad generalizations rather than a pointed apology to the Jewish community. But I am sure Alan Neirob, his PR guy, crafted the apology for him.
515 posted on 07/29/2006 7:01:58 PM PDT by veronica (Clown Posse - bear-ly sane...)
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To: Guenevere

Why should we give him a break?


516 posted on 07/29/2006 7:02:18 PM PDT by stands2reason (ANAGRAM for the day: Socialist twaddle == Tact is disallowed)
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To: mass55th

What else is he going to do? Apparently they have a tape.


517 posted on 07/29/2006 7:03:24 PM PDT by stands2reason (ANAGRAM for the day: Socialist twaddle == Tact is disallowed)
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To: veronica

Looks that way. OH...this is not going to go away...not by a longshot. Seems he was pretty lucid when he banged his head on the chair last night and said, "I'M FUCKED. Wasn't drunk enough not to understand the ramifications of all of this.


518 posted on 07/29/2006 7:04:13 PM PDT by Hildy
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To: meema

Bigotry, unlike alcoholism, is not a disease.


519 posted on 07/29/2006 7:07:15 PM PDT by stands2reason (ANAGRAM for the day: Socialist twaddle == Tact is disallowed)
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To: Hildy
......well I was agreeing with your post about apologies so please don't confuse that.....and maybe I didnt' tie it in all together....I earlier mentioned that if her were acting out dear old dad.....then is when he would need penance. Many people when hammered say what they really feel....others sometimes act out things that have been close to them....(like his dad)....so all I'm saying is that if that is how he really feels...then he need not apologize.....well maybe for his behavior....if he actually does not believe it.....and honestly, neither you nor I know for sure...(though I'm sure YOU are sure..*smile*), then it would take a lot of time and work on his part ..
520 posted on 07/29/2006 7:07:55 PM PDT by NorCalRepub
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