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2:30

Jul 21st 2009, 09:47 AM

According to the Baltimore Sun, Brian Kilmeade, co-host of "Fox & Friends" has apologized for remarks he made on air about American ethnicity. Discussing a Swedish study on the relationship between Alzheimer's disease and marriage, Kilmeade said it was problematic to compare Swedish and American populations, because, "we [Americans] keep marrying other species and other ethnics...Swedes have pure genes...in America we marry everybody..."

Perhaps they should reinvent their slogan. Fox: Fair skinned and unbalanced.

News Is Broken

Jul 21st 2009, 10:09 AM

Kilmeade said it was problematic to compare Swedish and American populations, because, "we [Americans] keep marrying other species and other ethnics...Swedes have pure genes...in America we marry everybody..."

Perhaps they should reinvent their slogan. Fox: Fair skinned and unbalanced.

Other species? LMAO! Awesome. :D

i'm in touch, so you be in touch

Jul 21st 2009, 10:12 AM

I saw this clip - and it is indeed unnerving. You could see the co-host (who I believe was responsible for the Obama "terrorist fist-jab" comment) was hoping the man would just stop talking and wanted nothing to do with it.

This is one of the major problems with news today in America. It has gotten to be so personality-driven, opinion-driven and jokey, that this passes for a proper news program.

wx or not

Jul 21st 2009, 10:30 AM

Agreed, to a point. Mind-numbing fake outrage leads these "talking heads" to open their mouths just to hear themselves talk. Big disconnect between the brain stem and motor control.

ISTHISTHINGON?

Jul 21st 2009, 10:44 AM

I made an unfortunate assine comment once ad-libbing with the sports guy(I know, danger Will Robinson, danger). He ended his sportscast talkin' about a pro baseball player who couldn't speak a lick of English, needed a translator. Enter isthisthingon? and a very uncalled for joke about the irony of playing the National/America's pastime but can't speak English. It was supposed to be just a joke, but as soon as it came out, I knew it was waaaay out of line.
I never felt like more a douche in my life than in that moment. :(
Wish I could take it back.
Shame on me, seriously. But lesson learned. Do the news, don't try to be funny.

scotman1

Jul 21st 2009, 12:57 PM

Perhaps they should reinvent their slogan. Fox: Fair skinned and unbalanced.

Wait...you're telling me...that Fox News is...is biased? Oh my. Hold on. I need to sit down.

The Mockingbird

Jul 28th 2009, 06:06 AM

I missed that episode of Fox and Friends because my Ford F-350 broke down on the way back from the Walmart on a trip to buy a 300 foot American Flag for the front yard of my doublewide.

Jane Craig

Jul 28th 2009, 11:07 AM

When I saw that clip, I thought it was a parody.

Clever Login Name

Jul 29th 2009, 09:26 AM

It's pretty clear 2:30 created this thread just to try out her (or someone else's) new jab about "fair skinned and unbalanced". I'm guessing she culled it from the comments at HuffPo.

Diplomat

Jul 29th 2009, 10:31 AM

It's pretty clear 2:30 created this thread just to try out her (or someone else's) new jab about "fair skinned and unbalanced". I'm guessing she culled it from the comments at HuffPo.

Very distinct possibility.

halfpiperocks

Jul 29th 2009, 10:39 AM

wx or not

Jul 29th 2009, 10:44 AM

Diplomat

Jul 29th 2009, 08:54 PM

Clever and Dip, not that your required to weigh in on the actual issue and not 2:30, but why not comment on the post rather than the poster, (or as well as) I know I would be curious to hear what you would say....

I think I know what he was trying to say, and he said it poorly. What I think he meant to say is that there's not as much intermarriage between people of different ethnic groups in Sweden and Finland, and that it's hard to compare their genetic makeup to people in the US, which is a great melting pot. I don't know if that's true or not because I don't keep up with those statistics.

The PC liberals assume Kilmeade meant marriage between black and white people, or white and Asian, Hispanic, etc. I doubt any of them considered the fact that someone of Irish heritage marrying someone of Italian heritage, or someone whose ancestry is from one part of Africa marrying a person whose is from another, and so forth, would be considered "intermarriage." If someone of Japanese ancestry marries someone of Chinese ancestry, my Chinese friends would consider that a "mixed marriage." My friend of European Jewish descent married a WASP lady of English ancestry--that's also "intermarriage." Not that it matters, though.

Bottom line--it was a stupid thing for Kilmeade to say.

Kace

Jul 30th 2009, 05:40 AM

Bottom line--it was a stupid thing for Kilmeade to say.

And probably all ya needed to say. ;)

The Mockingbird

Jul 30th 2009, 06:27 AM

Don't stop watching because the guy made a stupid mistake.

Stop watching because the show sucks.

Diplomat

Jul 30th 2009, 06:51 AM

And probably all ya needed to say. ;)

Nope. I said what I think needed to be said.

Kace

Jul 30th 2009, 07:00 AM

Even though it didn't.

Clever Login Name

Jul 30th 2009, 07:59 AM

Don't stop watching because the guy made a stupid mistake.

Stop watching because the show sucks.

Amen.

And Dip, from now on, PM your posts to Kace so he can edit them to the appropriate length.

Kace

Jul 30th 2009, 08:01 AM

Not that I should be needed for such a thing.

Diplomat

Jul 30th 2009, 08:43 AM

Even though it didn't.

Funny how you gave the original poster a pass for inflammatory and unnecessary remarks. Guess it's OK if you share their views or agenda.

Kace

Jul 30th 2009, 08:54 AM

Well then, let's go through said poster's posting here.

According to the Baltimore Sun, Brian Kilmeade, co-host of "Fox & Friends" has apologized for remarks he made on air about American ethnicity. Discussing a Swedish study on the relationship between Alzheimer's disease and marriage, Kilmeade said it was problematic to compare Swedish and American populations, because, "we [Americans] keep marrying other species and other ethnics...Swedes have pure genes...in America we marry everybody..."

Perhaps they should reinvent their slogan. Fox: Fair skinned and unbalanced.

Now here, she introduces us to the point of the topic while in the final line, providing us with her take on the issue she's presented to us. So really your statement rings illogical. But then from the looks of it, it could just be something personal between you and 2:30 and if so, there's nothin' I can really do about that. And if for some reason, you still feel the need to try and start a needless argument with me, it'll in all probability stem from some unnecessary personal issue you've made up towards me. Thankfully, you're still logical enough not to do that (I think).

So I'm glad I was able to clear this up for you and now we can simply focus on the topic itself. You're welcome.

Diplomat

Jul 30th 2009, 09:07 AM

YOU started the argument, Kace. You don't agree with mine, so you said what you said. And you defended the OP because you agree with her. That's OK. Just be honest about your viewpoints.

Kace

Jul 30th 2009, 09:11 AM

YOU started the argument, Kace.

Actually I haven't started any arguments.

You don't agree with mine, so you said what you said.

No, if that were true, I'd say something like, "I disagree with what you said about Brian Kilmeade!" and then try to explain why.

And you defended the OP because you agree with her. That's OK. Just be honest about your viewpoints.

Trying to make this about me doesn't make anything I said any less true. As for opinions on Kilmeade in this topic, I'm in agreement with you. And I'm being very honest about that viewpoint. So relax, will ya?

Diplomat

Jul 30th 2009, 09:21 AM

Relax? YOU always pull this stunt and then lecture people to "relax" or whatever.

I'm merely responding to the argument you attempted to start. You seem agitated that someone called you on it.

Have a nice day.

Kace

Jul 30th 2009, 09:22 AM

But I didn't start an argument. I just let ya know that was all you needed to say. Kinda hard to feel agitated about that.

wx or not

Jul 30th 2009, 09:36 AM

This is fun. I'm getting neck strain from moving my head from one side to the other, though...

The Mockingbird

Jul 30th 2009, 12:00 PM

Here's a thought: If admitting you made a mistake just gives people a license to beat you over the head with it repeatedly for eternity, then there's no point in ever admitting you're wrong about anything.

Diplomat

Jul 30th 2009, 01:15 PM

But I didn't start an argument. I just let ya know that was all you needed to say. Kinda hard to feel agitated about that.

And I let you know that I said what I thought needed to be said. Didn't realize my postings had to meet your approval. Nobody showed me the rule book.

Kace

Jul 30th 2009, 03:05 PM

And I let you know that I said what I thought needed to be said.

Even though it didn't.

ISTHISTHINGON?

Jul 30th 2009, 03:33 PM

Look at the pretty pretty flower....
makes you feel all warm inside.
http://www.mooseyscountrygarden.com/rose-garden/pink-garden-roses.jpg

Kace

Jul 30th 2009, 03:39 PM

We could offer one of those to Kilmeade.

ISTHISTHINGON?

Jul 30th 2009, 04:34 PM

He likes daises. And lillies.:D

Kace

Jul 30th 2009, 04:52 PM

And species?

ISTHISTHINGON?

Jul 30th 2009, 05:19 PM

I can't speak for him, but I like this kind(before the crazy stuff happens)
http://www.dreadcentral.com/img/dvdgraphics2/speciessebig.jpg

Diplomat

Jul 30th 2009, 08:12 PM

Even though it didn't.

That is your opinion.You're entitled to yours. And apparently, you didn't know that I am entitled to mine and other people are entitled to theirs and might see it differently from you.

Glad to explain this to you.

You're welcome.

Kace

Jul 31st 2009, 05:44 AM

Diplomat

Jul 31st 2009, 06:18 AM

I never said anything about dictating opinions. And you haven't shown where I'm wrong. Besides, why would I want to censor out an opinion I'm in agreement with, since I made it clear that I agree with you.

You are wrong in saying the last line of my post was all that needed to be said. Who made you the arbiter of what I can and cannot say? I was asked a question by another poster and I answered it in the way that I deemed appropriate. And no, you really haven't made it terribly clear you agree with me, but if you think you do, you're entitled to that opinion and I respect that right.

Kace

Jul 31st 2009, 07:06 AM

You are wrong in saying the last line of my post was all that needed to be said.

No, it was correct. My reasoning for this is that that one line you made about Kilmeade was as spot-on as it gets. It was a compliment.

Diplomat

Jul 31st 2009, 08:38 AM

No, it was correct. My reasoning for this is that that one line you made about Kilmeade was as spot-on as it gets. It was a compliment.

No, you were wrong. I was asked what I thought of the situation and I answered it. And when it comes to my answers, I'm the final arbiter of what needs to be said.

Kace

Jul 31st 2009, 08:39 AM

No, you were wrong.

If that were true, then we'd both be wrong and would owe Brian Kilmeade an apology, because I agreed with you.

Diplomat

Jul 31st 2009, 08:51 AM

If that were true, then we'd both be wrong and would owe Brian Kilmeade an apology, because I agreed with you.

I will type this slowly so you can understand.

You think you agreed with me, and that's your opinion. I see it otherwise, which is MY opinion.

You didn't like my answer for some reason (and I think I know why), so you took potshots at my answer, to a question I was asked. I was asked the question so I answered it, and did not need any assistance.

At issue with this is not Kilmeade--it's that you didn't like my answer.

Kace

Jul 31st 2009, 08:53 AM

You think you agreed with me, and that's your opinion. I see it otherwise, which is MY opinion.

No, it means you're wrong. Actually, I think at this point, you're just trying to yank my chain, because otherwise this makes no sense.

So ya got me on that! Ya big lug, ya! ;) Good joke, man. :cheers:

On a more serious (and back to the point) level, we're in agreement that what Kilmeade said was uncalled for, correct?

Spike

Jul 31st 2009, 09:00 AM

If I agree with Diplomat, will that mean Diplomat thinks I don't agree with him?

commercial hack

Jul 31st 2009, 09:46 AM

Kace you seem like "that guy" who has to get the last word in just to pick at people and see if you can agitate them. Am I wrong?

Kace

Jul 31st 2009, 09:52 AM

Yes, you are. If anyone should be agitated by me agreeing with Diplomat, it should be Brian Kilmeade and I'm not even sure he posts here.

Diplomat

Jul 31st 2009, 10:37 AM

Whatever.

wx or not

Jul 31st 2009, 10:57 AM

Will you two get this over with? I'm gonna need a neck brace soon.:eek:

ISTHISTHINGON?

Jul 31st 2009, 11:56 AM

Will you two get this over with? I'm gonna need a neck brace soon.:eek:
Here ya go Wxornot. Gee, ain't I nice fellas?:D
http://wendyusuallywanders.files.wordpress.com/2009/07/neckbrace.jpg

Clever Login Name

Jul 31st 2009, 12:51 PM

I noticed you chose a white brace.

Racist.

ISTHISTHINGON?

Jul 31st 2009, 01:15 PM

Don't kill the messenger....I blame Dr Scholls.

Tripe Face

Jul 31st 2009, 06:14 PM

Nope. I said what I think needed to be said.

Yea you defended the idiot Republican who made a racist remark... it's just what we've come to expect.

Diplomat

Jul 31st 2009, 06:26 PM

Yea you defended the idiot Republican who made a racist remark... it's just what we've come to expect.

The mood swing king is back, I see. And lying once again, to boot.

I can laugh because I know you'd never have the courage to say it to me in person. I'm not someone you can threaten with one of your mood swings. God help those who have to be around you on a daily basis.

Tripe Face

Jul 31st 2009, 07:36 PM

Nope. I said what I think needed to be said.

Yea you defended the idiot Republican who made a racist remark... it's just what we've come to expect.

The mood swing king is back, I see. And lying once again, to boot.

I can laugh because I know you'd never have the courage to say it to me in person. I'm not someone you can threaten with one of your mood swings. God help those who have to be around you on a daily basis.

What threat? Where is the threat in my remark?

I simply shared my opinion on my post and I stand by it.

Diplomat

Aug 1st 2009, 06:12 AM

What threat? Where is the threat in my remark?

I simply shared my opinion on my post and I stand by it.

Nobody said you made a threat--there you go again.

Spike

Aug 1st 2009, 08:00 AM

Nobody said you made a threat--there you go again.

Actually, you did. It's right there in your post.

Seriously, what's wrong with you?

Diplomat

Aug 1st 2009, 08:36 AM

Actually, you did. It's right there in your post.

Seriously, what's wrong with you?

What is wrong with YOU?

I didn't say he threatened me. I would not be surprised if he threatens people he's around on a daily basis. He comes across too much like a ND I worked with who did that--we were never to disagree with him on anything. I would hope he hasn't, but I am not too optimistic.

Thanks for more confirmation.

NYC Street

Aug 1st 2009, 11:48 AM

Originally Posted by 2:30
Kilmeade said it was problematic to compare Swedish and American populations, because, "we [Americans] keep marrying other species and other ethnics...Swedes have pure genes...in America we marry everybody..."

Perhaps they should reinvent their slogan. Fox: Fair skinned and unbalanced.
Other species? LMAO! Awesome. :D

Maybe he was talking about my ex?

But seriously... the comment was rank racism. I'm astonished that Fox condoned a "racial purity" comment from one of its supposed news staff.