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Foxnews ^ | 2-7-04 | FOX

[mr. mojo risin]

Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake have been invited back to Sunday’s Grammy telecast on CBS.

The only proviso: each of them must issue a one-sentence apology on screen about their actions at the Super Bowl half time show last Sunday.

[mr. mojo risin]

The freak show returns.

It is obvious CBS wants to capitalize on the controversy TO GET RATINGS.

Freepers, find out the sponsor list and post it.

Start calling them now.

The sponsors for this show advertise on other shows you and your kids watch.

You parents pay for the products your kids buy from the sponsors of this show: candy, soda, clothes, music.

Tell the sponsors you are not going to buy their products, and follow through with it this time.

The Hollyweird beast is fed by your money Why do you choose to feed it, when you can actually make a difference this time?

Time to act, now...

[truthkeeper]

This is the exact scenario Rush outlined on his show last week.

[Paul Atreides]

I don't watch the Grimeys anyway.

[expatguy]

HOT WINGS!!!

[Rennes Templar]

You bet bro. Get enough prinme time breasts and it won't be long before we have prime time fellatio! Heck, in 10 yrs, my daughter could be watching characters hump goats on "Friends".

[Paul Atreides]

Get ready for her fellow "artists" to come out on her behalf and give the finger to flyover country, concerning the whole thing.

[Gringo1]

I think a live sex act performed at halftime would be a fine expression of American freedom that we could all appreciate.

[Elkiejg]

Gee - the Grammy's -- sorry can't watch, there's a special on HGtv about how to paint a wall.

[Quilla]

I'm guessing she'll agree to their terms, appear on the Grammys, and then pull a even more scandalous stunt.

[Gringo1]

I think "Friends" is over now, and besides, it would be more than "Friends" if they were humping anything.

[Baynative]

I find it interesting that hollywood tries to publicize their love for peace by telling the mindless democrat street that this is a war about oil; when we all know that what infuriates the Islamists the most is the moral depravity being spread by hollywood through movies and music.

In much of the Muslim world women can be beaten or even killed for as much as exposing an ankle. So what does CBS/MTV/VIACOM/ et.al do when they know a BILLION or more are watching our spectacle around the globe?

Sure - Great Idea - let's poke a stick in their eye and see if we can really piss them off. Besides, if they bomb someone we can blame it on Bush, or the Jews, or homeland security or some such...

Does anyone but me think this should be discussed as a matter of security or safety?

[Paul Atreides]

Could we all appreciate it if it was Janet Reno and Donna Shalala out there doing the sex act?

[grania]

I'm already boycotting CBS. The problem was that the idiots planning the half-time show let that trashy half-time show air to begin with. Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake actually did us a favor because now everyone knows how low our MTV culture has sunk.

[arasina]

Michael Moore is willing to bare his breasts for you. How's that for "spicy"?

[Ole Okie]

I think a live sex act performed at halftime would be a fine expression of American freedom

Yes, yes!

Artistic freedom!

First Amendment rat of expression!

Urp! Puke! Barf!

[arasina]

Time for one of these maybe? It was effective in getting "The Reagans" pulled from CBS.

http://www.petitiononline.com/

"PetitionOnline.com provides free online hosting of
public petitions for responsible public advocacy."

[King Black Robe]

They see this as a ratings booster. This story is so popular, they think everyone will tune in just to see if they get flashed again.

The saddest part of all is, they're probably right. This will bring them huge ratings. They understand the dark side of human nature and they are one again exploiting it. Pitiful.

[TheSpottedOwl]

The only proviso: each of them must issue a one-sentence apology on screen about their actions at the Super Bowl half time show last Sunday.

What? They aren't going to bench them at recess? Lol, ohhh what a joke!

[Paul Atreides]

Or, maybe, just maybe, she and her little friends will use it as a chance to take a big swipe at President Bush.

"I made the mistake of believing that this was America. I forgot that we are living under a Nazi regime that, on a routine basis, executes American citizens for having a dissenting opinion. NO BLOOD FOR OIL!"

[jpsb]

I'll read about it here as I seldom watch TV and the Grammies, honoring a bunch of no talent punks, I will "for sure" skip.

[mystery-ak]

Trust me, it's only about ratings, that's all they care about.

[Old Grumpy]

I'd like to boycott it, but I never watch it anyway. Dang!

[IronJack]

it would be more than "Friends" if they were humping anything.

Hardly. In the amoral milieu of primetime, humping is just a way of saying "hello."

[John Jorsett]

Like I was going to watch anyway.

[Paul Atreides]

it's only about ratings

And, the fact that Janet threatened to sic Michael's new-found Nation of Islam buddies on them, if they didn't let her appear.

[In_25_words_or_less]

This is the exact scenario Rush outlined on his show last week.

And given enough time the tide may completely turn. Don't be surprised to one day see Janet heralded as a visionary and trailblazer for this.

[mcenedo]

The only proviso: each of them must issue a one-sentence apology on screen about their actions at the Super Bowl half time show last Sunday.

There is no need to apologize for a "wardrobe malfunction". Both of these "artists" have assured us that what happened was "in no way" intentional.

Please stop humiliating these "artists". Its like the communists making citizens admit to crimes never committed.

[mass55th]

Who does CBS think they are kidding? This was the plan from the get-go. They had no plans to kick them off to begin with. The apology scenario was probably staged prior to the report that those two were being bounced. I'm glad that CBS thinks that an apology is all it will take to get over what was done. What's next? Letting murderers apologize for their crime(s)? It wouldn't surprise me in the least!

[TheSpottedOwl]

Please stop humiliating these "artists". Its like the communists making citizens admit to crimes never committed.

You're absolutely correct! After all, we are mere consumers, but they are the artistes and should dictate our consumer and moral preferences!!!

Gosh, I'm so ashamed of my judgemental attitude towards public decency and personal responsibility ;-)

[NYCVirago]

There is no need to apologize for a "wardrobe malfunction". Both of these "artists" have assured us that what happened was "in no way" intentional.

Good point!

[mr. mojo risin]

2004 Grammy Show Sponsors I found so far:

Chevy

[I'm shopping for a car for my daughter's graduation in June, Won't be looking at a Chevy...]

AOL

Freepers, keep looking for sponsros, post them:

CONTACT THEM AND COMPLAIN.

[Redcloak]

I support bare breasts!

Given what flopped outta Jackson's bustier last Sunday, "support" would be a good thing.

[Dante3]

Its far more than just ratings and money, CBS has an agenda and also wants to flex its power, show that they can do anything they want to.

[lelio]

If people want to protest this the best way is to complain to McDonald's asking them if they want to have as a spokesman one that grinds women and rips off their clothes.

Use those exact words, especially if they hold some press conference or a stockholder's meeting. Make their new slogan "I love to see you squirm."

[lelio]

characters hump goats on "Friends".

Your fear's already come true when Chandler was taking drugs a number of years ago.

[my_pointy_head_is_sharp]

Bahahahaha! Did you ever have any doubt? <:D

This shows how "serious" they all were about their "apologies".

I was just on another thread saying that if this had happened in 1954 (50 years earlier), they would have probably been arrested, whereas now they're invited back!

[thesummerwind]

The only proviso: each of them must issue a one-sentence apology on screen about their actions at the Super Bowl

Can they construct a full sentence?

Janet: "I'm sorry my dress was so ugly."

Justin The Ripper, "I didn't know, but I'm sorry."

[LisaMalia]

I, for one, won't be watching the Grammys. I will, however, boycott the sponsors and protest, via email and phonecalls.

Interesting that AOL is one of the sponsors. They are also (along with Time Warner) Kerry's second largest contributer to his presidential campaign. Has anyone in the press called for a statement from him on this issue?

[my_pointy_head_is_sharp]

Gee - the Grammy's -- sorry can't watch, there's a special on HGtv about how to paint a wall.

I absolutely LOVE those shows. "While You Were Out", "Trading Spaces", "Surprise By Design", etc.

[Gringo1]

Seconded.

[LisaMalia]

I submitted a complaint about McDonald's spokesman Timberlake on McDonalds website. I received this perfunctory reply today:

Hello Lisa:

Thank you for taking the time to contact McDonald's to share your concerns with us.

While McDonald's had nothing to do with the planning or execution of the Super Bowl's Half Time activities, there was obviously an inappropriate incident. Everyone involved has said it was an unfortunate mistake, and their apologies are certainly in order. However, we appreciate the time you've taken to contact us and want you to know your comments will be shared with our Marketing Department.

Again, thank you contacting McDonald's.

Linda
McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Department

Please do not reply to this e-mail. If you wish to contact McDonald's Corporation again, please visit our website.

Guess what? From now on, I'm going to Burger King!

[mr. mojo risin]

How to Conatact 2004 Grammy Show Sponsors I found so far:

Chevy (800) 222-1020

AOL (800) 4online

Freepers, keep looking for sponsors, post them:

CONTACT THEM AND COMPLAIN.

[not_apathetic_anymore]

goes to show just how seriously CBS is taking the FCC investigation. If they wanted to show any hint of being sorry the event happend there would be no question that neither JJ nor Justin would be on the Grammys.I hope the FCC considers CBS's actions as showing no remorse and nails 'em with the heaviest fine they can.

[mware]

Since when is an apology a form of punishment? I bet my students would love to be taught by the folks at CBS.

[Dante3]

We should boycott the sponsors and demand action by the FCC against CBS.

[mewzilla]

Call the affiliates, too, folks. They're the network's soft underbelly...

[Dante3]

I will also no longer support McDonalds. Does anyone have a list of sponsors of CBS's Michael Jackson special?

We should also keep a pressure on FCC. They have the power to take action.