Redskins Players Seem to Think Dog Fighting is Acceptable
Evidently players (Clinton Portis and Chris Samuels) from the Washington Redskins lack morals and seem to be sympathetic towards others who participate in dog fighting. Some of the comments that really struck me were, "But it's his property, it's his dogs." If that's what he wants to do, do it." (In reference to Mike Vick involvement in dog fighting.) Vick hasn't been charged yet but if you are familiar w/ this story, there is lots of evidence to support this. In addition, Portis said dog fighting is a "prevalent" part of life. Ok, what planet is this guy from? That's right, he's the same guy who said if the Atlanta Falcons (Vick) player is charged and convicted of being involved in dog fighting then he would be put behind bars for no reason. Doesn't it really make you wonder about people like this? How can they believe that dog fighting is not a crime. It sickens me. I've sent an email to the Washington Redskins telling them how disgusted I was. I've provided the article below. Skins Portis, Samuels ridicule dog fighting as crime NORFOLK, Va. (AP) -- Washington Redskins players Clinton Portis and Chris Samuels defended Michael Vick on Monday by ridiculing the notion that dog fighting is considered a crime. In an interview with WAVY-TV, Portis said that if the Atlanta Falcons quarterback is charged and convicted of being involved in a dog fighting operation, then authorities would be "putting him behind bars for no reason." "I don't know if he was fighting dogs or not," Portis said. "But it's his property; it's his dogs. If that's what he wants to do, do it." Portis said dog fighting is a "prevalent" part of life. Portis, a native of Laurel, Mississippi, added: "I know a lot of back roads that got a dog fight if you want to go see it. But they're not bothering those people because those people are not big names. I'm sure there's some police got some dogs that are fighting them, some judges got dogs and everything else." "Politicians," added Samuels, who found it hard to keep from giggling while Portis was talking. "Presidents," added Portis with a laugh. Vick has been under investigation since April 25 when police conducting a drug investigation raided the house owned by the quarterback in rural Surry County and found dozens of dogs. They also found items associated with dog fighting, including a "pry bar" used to pry apart a dog's jaws. No charges have been filed. Dog fighting is a felony in Virginia, but Portis said that if Vick is charged and convicted, "Then I think he got cheated. ... You're putting him behind bars for no reason -- over a dog fight." "Haven't you seen Animal Planet?" Samuels added with a giggle. Hours after making light of the possible crime in the television interview, Portis issued a statement late Monday through the Redskins. "In the recent interview I gave concerning dog fighting, I want to make it clear I do not take part in dog fighting or condone dog fighting in any manner," the statement said. |
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| Wow.
I can't believe that there are still people, and even worse somewhat public figures, that would not only think that way, but actually say that stuff out loud. In all fairness, it seems that Michael Vick is a supreme moron in more ways than just this. Have a look at this SNL segment from Weekend Update that comments on Vick getting caught with drugs at the Miami airport. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjtVnqZCndo |
| I don't even know where to begin. To think, these guys are role models for young kids. Maybe the situation with Vick will raise awareness, which would be the only positive thing to come out of this. Oh, and if he went to PRISON.
Even if, for the sake of argument, you feel that a dog is just a dog, where is the basic level of humanity that says you treat all living things with decency? Laurie and Oscar |
Who is a Redskins fan anyway... They stink.  |
| Watch it...I'm in Redskins territory out here!
But I'm a Chargers fan  
Yeah, that whole Vick thing made a lot of press out here (since it happened relatively near here) and that family just has problems. From his little brother to himself, they have never been the most upstanding citizens. It's really sad, but I believe that they honestly don't think there's anything wrong with it. Maybe his punishment should be to have to do community service at an animal hospital or something. |
| I agree - community service (at an animal shelter) and a nice donation to needy animals would certainly be in order as a punishment. |
Maddie's Mom wrote: I agree - community service (at an animal shelter) and a nice donation to needy animals would certainly be in order as a punishment.
I wouldn't want that moron anywhere near an animal. A good punishment would be going to jail. |
| Well, these guys may be role models....unfortunately, they are not being GOOD role models!!! |
Don't believe it.  |
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