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To: SaveTheChief
There goes any good impression I had about him.
Chief: You sort of got caught up with multiple posts that seemed to be unfair to an otherwise stand-up guy. I'm not a real fan but I love to hear "18" and as a public persona he has always espoused conservative principles - at least that I have seen. Pro-Bush, pro-troops, pro-family, pro-RKBA, etc.

That he messed up is obvious - that it could occur to a celebrity - constantly tempted did not astonish me. While I have been faithful I cannot say, given the length of his career and no doubt the many "opportunities" that presented themselves that I would not have failed as well. Its the 'ol walk a mile thing if you know what I mean.

I can't see throwing someone under the bus for a single transgression especially when all else points towards good character, a forgiving wife, etc. ;-) Have to post now - porch is flooding ... ;-) Not kidding!

256 posted on 06/23/2005 2:00:08 PM PDT by Tunehead54 (In memory of our bravest in armed service to our nation.)
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To: Tunehead54
You know, it is not that I want to throw him under a bus. It's just that I don't think much of him anymore. Temptation is one thing, and I would wager that every man is tempted by something or other that could possibly lead to trouble at least once in his life. Taking that extra step when tempted is another story altogether, and as much as I want to focus on the positives in life, an adulterous relationship sends a pretty clear message about a person's character.

I'm aware of all the good things he has done over the recent years and have enjoyed listening to his interviews. His advocacy for our troops, hunting, and living off the land are all things I find very commendable and honorable. But none of that means much to me now, or at least my opinion of him. Like Kobe Bryant, the mention of his name will immediately remind people that he dishonored himself, and cheated on his wife.

He can apologize, try to be a better man, and live up to the responsibilities of his actions - and he needs to do all of these. But doing so won't wash away what he did in a moment of human weakness. Only one thing can do that, and the good news is that he, like all of us, can be forgiven.

Good luck with the flooding!

257 posted on 06/23/2005 2:51:30 PM PDT by SaveTheChief
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To: Tunehead54
Out of curiosity, did you watch the show "Surviving Nugent" on VH-1?
264 posted on 06/24/2005 9:49:57 AM PDT by Question_Assumptions
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