Kerry calls on NFL to suspend Vick

Michael Vick was one of the celebreties who made an appearance at a $50 per person DNC rally (promising a "sophisticated, late night, hip-hop experience") in Atlanta Jan. 21, 2004.

The DNC funnelled the money Vick helped raise into John Kerry's presidential campaign.

Since Kerry is calling on Vick to be supened from football for his "barbaric" actions, will Kerry follow his own rules and give the Vick-raised money to charity?

If Vick is convicted he should be suspended from his NFL job, no doubt about it.

Playing in the NFL should be an HONOR not a god-given RIGHT.

Actually today is a better day to hault Dick Cheney from becoming acting President. Did he not say that he is not part of the "Executive Branch?" NFL Players are not attacking or planning to veto "Childrens Health Care measures, Energy Bill measures, Insurance Bill measures, and the Student Loan Subsidies bill that just passed. He should be asking America to Suspend the President and His Men. As "Multiculturalism, and Education is just killing the GOP." Heck go ask Condi, what is an "Augmentation in Iraq."

This appears to be excited by the "Distractors" in the WH. We need more coverage of this tragic event. Yeah Right. Think 3,628 reasons to talk about something else in Congress, because 1 out of the 3,628 dead soldiers in Iraq could care less about what Michael Vick is being alleged of, other than running a touchdown or thowing one. Trust Me.

America is being compromised and consolidated for an unknown rhyme or reason to mankind and womankind alike, and all we can do is highlight what an NFL player is doing to his dog.

Heck there is no security plan for anything other than "Executive Privilege" in America. Bush may extend Executive Privilege over the judicial records in that case and commute him so what difference does it make anyways.

Wake up Senator Kerry, tell the dog lovers in the world, yea, I understand, but the Constitution is being compromised and consolidated, and I have to GO to Work. Call your Local official for that matter please.

Usually I would hurl insults at Bruce, but if what he says is true then Kerry (and everyone else that has ever received political donations from Vick) should either return the donations or donate an equal sum to their local shelter or rescue operation.

I can't believe I am saying this but Bruce is right.

I am not a John Kerry fan. I don't see anything wrong with him saying what he did though I don't think Mr. Goodell can do anything yet.

Mr. Vick hasn't had nearly the record of a few of the NFL's other stalwarts and should be presumed innocent. Though I think he is probably guilty of at least, horrible, horrible judgement. I haven't seen all the evidence but it sounds like a strong case. After pre-trial motions if the case remains strong, then Vick should be suspended.

Bruce, why are you trying to make this a political issue?

This is in your honor RNC BRUCE:

DON'T BRING ME DOWN...Bruce
Electric Light Orchestra - 1979

You must be runnin' goin' out of your mind
I'm thinkin' that you're wastin' your time
Don't bring me down,no, no, no, no
I'll tell you once more before I get off the floor
Don't bring me down...Bruce

You wanna stay out with your fancy GOP friends
I'm tellin' you it's going to come to an end
Don't bring me down, no, no, no, no
I'll tell you once more before I get off the floor
Don't bring me down...Bruce

Don't bring us down, Bruce
Don't bring us down, Bruce
Don't bring us down, Bruce

You're always talkin' 'bout your crazy Republican polls
One of these days you're gonna get it right
Don't bring me down, no, no, no, no

Don't bring us down, Bruce
Don't bring us down, Bruce
Don't bring us down, Bruce

You got us shakin' got us runnin' from your GOP
You freaky Wingnuts are crawlin' all 'round DC
Don't bring me down, Bruce
Don't bring us down, Bruce

One further point, what the heck is Kerry doing talking about this? Who cares what he says? Why is the swamp talking about it?

If Kerry wants to make a statement he should do it with Lugar or some other Republican at his side to show that this is not a political football, that it really matters, that these dogs lead a tortured existence and that the people who do this are the most inhumane of criminals. Grandstanding and saying how awful it is means nothing now, if you keep doing it when it isn't on the front page, if you work tirelessly to improve the lives of these poor mistreated dogs then maybe, maybe you should talk now.

If not, if this is your first time talking about it, then it reeks of political opportunism.

Also, Kerry is a loser. In 2004 I would have rather voted for a potted plant then Bush and still he lost. How could anyone, anyone, lose to Bush, in 2004...

Unless Kerry calls on the DNC to refund the money Vick helped raise, Kerry is shown (once again) to be a hypocrite.

Since Kerry is calling on Vick to be supened from football for his "barbaric" actions, will Kerry follow his own rules and give the Vick-raised money to charity?

Posted by: Bruce | July 20, 2007 2:52 PM

Bruce = RNC stooge. Vick is a scumbag!!!

I can't believe I am saying this but Bruce is right.

Posted by: nisleib | July 20, 2007 3:11 PM

I hate to say it but I agree. He's still an RNC stooge though.

Bruce,
I'm sure your outrage was similar when Ken Lay was indicted and found guilty, and I am sure you called for George Bush to return all Enron contributions. And I am sure when your Grandma was caught shoplifting, you gave her back all the birthday money she'd given you over the years.

He voted for dog fighting before he voted against it!

Here is what John Kerry planned to say before protests from the dog union forced a re-write:

“You know, training, if dogs make the most of it, if they study hard and do tricks, and they make an effort to be smart, uh, they can do well. If they don’t, they get stuck in Michael Vick's kennel.”

Egads, I agree with John E!

Now Roger Morris, over and out!

I really hope Sen. Kerry's letter was mis-typed by The Swamp staff. I doubt his letter will gain much attention from Roger Goodell if it was truly addressed to "Commissioner GoodAll" as it states above. Smooth.

Little Johnny Doofus,

You're not even in my league, SpongeJohnny Squarepants.

Please don't agree with me anymore, it only makes me question my own judgement.

Here's a better quote from John Kerry made yesterday on the value of VietNamese reducation camps:

"Let me just say to the first part of your question with respect to boat people and killing, everybody predicted a massive bloodbath in Vietnam. There was not a massive bloodbath in Vietnam. There were reeducation camps, and they weren't pretty and, you know, nobody, you know, likes that kind of outcome. But on the other hand, I've met lot of people today who were in those education camps, who are thriving in the Vietnam of today."

Communist reducation camps good!

And he could have been president???

Honestly, some of you guys would attack Senator Kerry no matter what he said. DOG FIGHTING? What a repugnant, revolting, disgusting..... You can't call it a sport. What kind of vile sub-human would take part in such an atrocity? PETA is calling for Vick to be fired. It, most likely, won't happen but at least they spoke out.

Little Johnny Doofus,

You're not even in my league, SpongeJohnny Squarepants.

Please don't agree with me anymore, it only makes me question my own judgement.

Posted by: John E | July 20, 2007 6:21 PM

You're right, Deranged Johnny E., I am not in your league, THANK HEAVENS!!

I am a mature, intelligent adult with a nice, fairly well paying job.

Honestly, I think if Kerry came out for stricter legislation of child pornography websites, half of you would disagree with him. There is too much partisanship and not enough real morality. If Kerry needs to return his contributions to Vick, then Bush should return his contributions from Exxon/Mobil now that he's recognizing global warming.

Letter I wrote to the Commissioner of the NFL

Dear Commissioner Goodell,

I not only am appalled by the allegations that Michael Vick is a "heavyweight" in the dogfighting world, but also by his lack of concern over the circumstances relating to his indictment. The lack of response and blame he has placed on his family members waves a red flag to the type of person Vick really is. He not only blame-shifted, but has yet to make a statement that he believes what was occurring at his property was wrong, and that he would like to help the people that were involved get help. If he is innocent, he should be concerned that such activities were occurring at his own property.

However, if the allegations are true, then it proves that if someone or something does not fit his needs or wants, he will just do away with them, i.e., kill one of his dogs that doesn’t perform up to par. A type of person that does something of that nature should not be allowed to be a role model or hero to young aspiring athletes. Also, a person of that nature should never be allowed around young children or animals. If his response to losing a purse at a dog fight is to slam the dog on the ground until it dies, then how can he be trusted to treat coaches, fellow teammates, or young kids at football camps with respect? What happens if a fellow teammate suddenly does not fit his needs anymore?

It frightens me because I believe that his actions put him on the same level as a sociopath. Killing animals, such as dogs, is how a lot of serial killers start out. People that abuse and kill animals gain a sense of power and become addicted to the rush it gives them. The scariest part about the rush they become addicted to is that they no longer can obtain it from killing animals, and must move on to different subjects, such as people.

I have lost hope in you as a Commissioner. I believe that whether or not Michael Vick is guilty, you, as a man in power, should suspend Vick to set an example that this type of behavior is not acceptable. Vick has not only tarnished his own reputation, but also the reputation of the Atlanta Falcons Organization and the National Football League’s since you feel that there is no need to suspend him. If this type of behavior is deemed appropriate, I no longer will have any respect for you as a human being. Your job is to see to it that any member of the NFL abides by the guidelines and sets a good example. This Michael Vick case has proved that you have failed at your job.

And he could have been President? (Kerry)

Posted by Terry July 20, 2007

As opposed to the Republican Chimp that resides in the White House right now? You know who that guy is, right Terry? You voted for him in 2000 and 2004 because he would help the rich old white guys like you keep on getting richer, whiter and angrier.

Terry, when the Democrats take the White House in 08 I'm going to celebrate by stealing your fat GOP wallet, driving over to the south side of Chi-Town and passing out the cash and credit cards to the locals and I'll tell them that it was a "gift" from an angry old rich white guy Republican who doesn't know any better.

Although I happen to oppose the cruelty of dogfighting, and I hope Vick gets ALL the things that are coming to him from engaging in it (being tossed in among the dogs might be one option), AND I agree with Kerry's legislation opposing it, I have to say my first association with hearing about Kerry asking Goodell to fire Michael Vick was the Bush / Bush / Frist /Santorum / DeLay interference with the Terry Schiavo case. Is there really a need for Kerry to involve himself with Goodell? Isn't this something that can be handled by the legal system and the NFL without his bandstanding?

Mrs. Jesus:

Try to un-couple John Kerry from dog fighting for a moment. I find dog fighting despicable – period. Congress, PETA, the ASPCA and all other groups opposed to inhumane treatment of animals are dead on correct on this issue. But John Kerry is another issue altogether.

I don’t dislike John Kerry because he opposes dog fighting. I don’t dislike John Kerry because he is a Democrat. For that matter, I don’t even dislike him because he is a Senator from the People’s Republic of Massachusetts.

I DO dislike him, however, because he spit on and dishonored all the fine men and women in our armed forces a number of times. I also dislike him because he is an elitist, a snob, and a chameleon with no apparent principles except to make himself look good. In other words, I dislike John Kerry because he stands only for John Kerry – which makes him singularly unsuitable to represent the interests of all American people. I would like him a whole lot better if he went home and ran for governor. The people of Massachusetts like him; they should keep him.

Yes, there are Republicans who are equally despicable and worthy of scorn. But we aren’t talking about them right now. The issue you raised was why we diss John Kerry. Now you know why.

John E:

There is a third way of looking at the 2004 election. I think of it as though we were screwed regardless of who got into office. It was a contest between a dirt-bag and a cow pie. That is why I didn’t vote for either one of them. And, yes, that means we wouldn’t have necessarily done any better with Kerry in office. But we will never know for sure, will we? We should all revolt against the entire political processes for always giving us a bunch of boobs and losers from which to choose our leaders.

Terry, when the Democrats take the White House in 08 I'm going to celebrate by stealing your fat GOP wallet, driving over to the south side of Chi-Town and passing out the cash and credit cards to the locals and I'll tell them that it was a "gift" from an angry old rich white guy Republican who doesn't know any better.

Posted by: John E | July 20, 2007 10:38 PM

This is SO funny. I really like your posts.

Thankyou and bless you, Mrs. Jesus

Little Johnny Doofus,

You're not even in my league, SpongeJohnny Squarepants.

Please don't agree with me anymore, it only makes me question my own judgement.

Posted by: John E | July 20, 2007 6:21 PM

You're right, Deranged Johnny E., I am not in your league, THANK HEAVENS!!

I am a mature, intelligent adult with a nice, fairly well paying job.

Posted by: John D | July 20, 2007 9:31 PM

John D, I wouldn't put that to a vote!!!

I think at least Kerry cares and does think on problems like this , not like some others focused on "staying the course". Vick should not be allowed to play again now or ever and prison would be nice for him.

I think at least Kerry cares and does think on problems like this , not like some others focused on "staying the course". Vick should not be allowed to play again now or ever and prison would be nice for him.

june:

Everybody else in the federal government beat Kerry to the issue. Vick has already been indicted by a federal grand jury, and now faces up to six or seven years in prison - all without the slightest help from Senator Kerry.

Kerry's participation in all of this is nothing more than "dog-piling" for the sake of getting positive name recognition. He's facing a serious challenge for his Senate seat from another contender in his home State of the People's Republic of Massachusetts. He needs all the good press he can get - considering that he's otherwise quite the do-nothing in Congress.

Oh, and june, please don’t make it sound like there are only two issues confronting the entire federal government. There’s a lot more out there than Iraq and dog-fighting.