(from a post by the official FODU spokesman)
http://forums.talkleft.com/index.php?topic=465.0
"...I am posting here for the first time because the assertion made by Brodhead’s assistant that the Duke administration has been “in regular contact with them and their families and offering considerable support” is so absolutely outrageous that I believe you should know the facts.
Brodhead and the rest of the administration have had no contact with any of the lacrosse players or their families whatsoever with the following three exceptions:
(snip)
3. Colin Finnerty’s parents contacted Brodhead to ask for permission to transfer credits from other colleges. Both Colin and Reade Seligmann are taking classes this semester at colleges near their homes. However, Duke will not let them transfer more than two courses so they are unable to keep up with their studies while suspended unless they get permission to transfer more. Colin was supposed to do study abroad this semester, but Duke cancelled that. Brodhead refused to meet with them despite several requests. Finally, the person in charge of the annual giving program told Brodhead that, unless he agreed to see the Finnerties, he would resign. Only then did Brodhead agree to meet them. In the meeting, Brodhead remained intransigent and he and Mrs. Finnerty got into terrible argument. The Finnerties walked out because Brodhead started insulting them.
There has not been a single note, card or other expression of kindness from anyone in the Duke administration to any of the three accused students."
(snip)
Jason Trumpbour
Spokesperson
Oh my God!! That sounds awful. I'm really glad the FODU spokesperson let us know.
This is pitiful, but to be expected from those without the backbone to admit that they failed to act appropriately and honorably. Scratch a pc liberal and you will find an intolerant fascist hiding just beneath the surface.
Will you forgive me if I post a more direct link the the post in question? I almost gave up finding it 'cause I didn't scroll down far enough...
http://forums.talkleft.com/index.php?PHPSESSID=101acddb5f13d55af42a947a215f3346&topic=465.msg24361#msg24361
Here's what I found interesting: "Finally, the person in charge of the annual giving program told Brodhead that, unless he agreed to see the Finnerties, he would resign."
This person, a.k.a. Development Officer, must be getting some significant heat from the Alums. Good.