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Hmmm... at first I thought Richards was simply reciting a song written by 50 Cent. Seriously though, he should not have said the things he did. But I think the whole situation is blown out of control. Why is Richards the only one attempting to make amends? Or did I miss the public appologies made by the "victims" for comments they made to Richards? (and for those who have not seen the video, it was much more than just "you aren't funny") For the people that say EVEN THOUGH HE APPOLOGIZED, I
Nov 24, 2006 - 7:02 PM
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I just wanted to reply to Jenn's email that you read the other day. For someone to say that this is all blown out of proportion because the "n" word is just a word is completely ignorant. We choose words because of their meaning, and the "n" word only has negetive connotations. Would she allow her son to say to her "Hey mom what the "f's" for supper? No, because it is rude and disrespectful, it is NOT "just a word". I'm not sure what she was even trying to say--the word loser offends her bu
Nov 23, 2006 - 9:09 AM
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To look past the comments that were made, simply because of the length he talked and force in his voice, will make it difficult for me to believe the apology was anything other than that of damage control.
Something I was surprised about is that we (at least I) have not heard what the two men were saying to "Kramer". Ive heard his disgusting comments on the radio and TV an obscene amount of times but it takes two to tango so what prompted the outburst??
to be clear, regardless of what th
Nov 22, 2006 - 10:38 PM
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I agree with a few of the people who have posted comments. Forgive the man. Everyone is racist to some extent and you would be lying if you said this was untrue...and by racist I mean beliefs, not colours. My view of Michael Richards will not change, in fact I see him as more "human"...he makes mistakes too just like we all do. He was taunted, he reacted...yes over reacted but he has apologized so lets move on. We have all had outbursts that we regret and have had to apologize for. I cert
Nov 22, 2006 - 11:58 AM
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I am appalled with his racist comments on stage. It obviously came from within, he meant what he said at some degree. What I will not discount is that possibility of this being in some way set up. It could be possible since he has not done anything since Seinfeld that is could be possible he used negitive publicity under the guidence of an agent or by himself alone. It has been done in history, that you are immediately put in the spotlight from your outburst and shortly after you are back in
Nov 22, 2006 - 9:35 AM
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I am shocked that Kramer, a person that we have chosen to influence our society, would publicly slander and 'glorify' the atrocities that earlier generations have committed upon people. I am appalled at such behavior.
However, to take those remarks as Racist is just as 'wrong' as thinking, or saying the things Kramer shouted. Society as a whole Allows Racism to Exist. By Acknowledging Racism you yourself are racist to certain degree. A person Innocent of Racism does not know of its existe
Nov 22, 2006 - 9:23 AM
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I find the comments made by him very upsetting in a couple of ways. #1 I'm a fan of the show Seinfeld and its dissapointing that this will perhaps paint a bad picture of all the people from that show. #2 More importantly, those comments were offensive towards the black community. There's no doubt.
HOWEVER, the reason I am writing is to communicate a few point. First, calling that one guy a "loser" is no better. Period. That's the thing about calling anyone anything. No one person can argue w
Nov 22, 2006 - 9:07 AM
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There's no question Michael Richards should of keep his comments to himself. I don't think its right that black people call each other the N-word,and white people cannot. I know you will not agree with this thought. Bill Cosby is a negro, Mike Tyson is a N-word. Think of this the movie white men cannot jump is ok, could you imagine a movie called black men cannot skate it would not be allowed, it would be racist
thanks glenn
Nov 22, 2006 - 8:26 AM
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Although there's no excuse for racial slander towards others, it is none of our places to "forgive" him or not.
He apologized very sincerely I thought and although it was rather shocking I nor anyone else is in a position to pass judgement. Who of us hasn't said something in anger or otherwise that was out of line, racial or not?
As a matter of fact three weeks ago when Taz was doing his little halloween costume suggestions there was a woman who called in asking about a "white trash" costume w
Nov 21, 2006 - 11:16 PM
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This was a horrible incident, what Mr.Richards said and did was disgusting and was tough to listen to. This was evident on your show this morning where the majority of people supported this view. Racism should never be an acceptable way to deal with frustration or to lash out at others. It was obvious that Mr. Richards forgot that he was a professional comic and reacted poorly to the racial slurs of "white cracker" and other heckles from the audience.
I however was glad to see him apologi
Nov 21, 2006 - 6:06 PM
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I had the opportunity this morning to listen to the debate on FM 96 about Michael Richards and his comedy club tirade. I applaud FM 96 for opening up the phone lines and encouraging a discussion about his actions, this is a welcome change from the other radio stations that presented this as news or something to be joked about. My respect for Michael Richards is gone, as is my respect for Mel Gibson and any other famous person who spreads hate.
What I am really writing about is the caller who
Nov 21, 2006 - 5:47 PM
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Hey guys
This is not such a bad thing after all. We all know he isn't the only one out there thinking and talking like this. Maybe seeing him apologise and seeing the rejection he gets on such a large scale will help others see the light. I'm certain he has now, regardless of if he's forgiven.
Steve
Nov 21, 2006 - 3:40 PM
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stick and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me.
What he did was wrong...but they're only words, it's not like he went into the audience and started punching the two black men. People need to stop putting so much emphasis on words. Besides it will most likely come out in the near future that he was high on cocaine or something. The easiest thing to do is to just ignore him, now that people know they can get your attention this way how many more Kramer incidents do you think
Nov 21, 2006 - 3:12 PM
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I think that Michael Richard's comments were said out of lack of control. I think he needs to attend an anger managment session where they help him deal with hecklers. Obviously he has been in comedy a long time and he has been heckled before, so why the hateful words for these particular hecklers. Other people have had to take full courses in anger management for a few words that came out in a moment of frustration or anger. He should too.
His apology seems sincere but sometimes apologies do
Nov 21, 2006 - 12:02 PM
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I know that I won't be able to look past his racist comments, and as far as I see it, his apology on Letterman was just damage control. It's one thing to let a derogatory word or phrase slip, its another to rant for 2 mintues. I don't like the "N word" regardless of what colour the person is that's using it, or what context it is being used in. It's a loaded word full of hate, aggression and so many other negative things. The fact that Chirs Rock (and others) say he can use the word reinforc
Nov 21, 2006 - 11:49 AM
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I can forgive him...Who knows what was going thru his mind, maybe he was drunk or under the influance of something else....but he was obviously in the wrong here. Hell if we can give a convict a 2nd change Y not someone that threw the wrong words around. I wish there was footage on the people that where talkin or "pickin" @ him b4 his outburst....they might have been very ignorant & he flipped...again uncalled for....but who knows what led up to that.... I can't stand ignorance, but words R just
Nov 21, 2006 - 11:17 AM
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although for many reasons I may be ridiculed (and not only for my horrid spelling), yes I personally can look past Mr Richards racial slurs. For I would be a hypocrite if I said I have not used one or two in my time when aggravated above my tolerance level. Is it excusable? no. Should it be tolerated? no. Is there any good reason for it? Hell NO! But it does happen. I dont think I have used the "N" word, or at least not that I recall, but other slurs for sure. I will agree, that it is not someth
Nov 21, 2006 - 10:46 AM
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I was offended by Michael Richards but I was more offended by the guy who used the n-word on your show this morning because Michael Richards at least seemed to know that what he said was wrong and he appeared to be contrite. I still think he's a racist but at least he appears to know that it's wrong. The guy this morning on the other hand was completely unapologetic and out front about being a racist. Nice to know how far we've come. I do not pretend not to be a racist just because it's politica
Nov 21, 2006 - 9:40 AM