Posted on 07/31/2006 4:43:47 PM PDT by Hildy
On Saturday, Gibson released a statement apologizing:
"After drinking alcohol on Thursday night, I did a number of things that were very wrong and for which I am ashamed. I drove a car when I should not have, and was stopped by the L.A. County Sheriffs. The arresting officer was just doing his job and I feel fortunate that I was apprehended before I caused injury to any other person. I acted like a person completely out of control when I was arrested, and said things that I do not believe to be true and which are despicable. I am deeply ashamed of everything I said, and I apologize to anyone who I have offended. Also, I take this opportunity to apologize to the deputies involved for my belligerent behavior. They have always been there for me in my community and indeed probably saved me from myself. I disgraced myself and my family with my behavior and for that I am truly sorry." <> He went on in the statement to say that he has had substance abuse problems in the past. "I have battled with the disease of alcoholism for all of my adult life and profoundly regret my horrific relapse. I apologize for any behavior unbecoming of me in my inebriated state and have already taken necessary steps to ensure my return to health," Gibson said.
The ADL's Foxman, however, was unmoved by the apology. In his own statement, released Sunday, he said, "Mel Gibson's apology is unremorseful and insufficient. It's not a proper apology because it does not go to the essence of his bigotry and his anti-Semitism. His tirade finally reveals his true self and shows that his protestations during the debate over his film 'The Passion of the Christ,' that he is such a tolerant, loving person, were a sham. ... It is unfortunate that it took an excess of booze and an encounter with a traffic cop to reveal what was really in his heart and mind. We would hope that Hollywood now would realize the bigot in their midst and that they will distance themselves from this anti-Semite."
And there were signs that even Gibson's conservative Christian fans were not moved by the response. Reaction in the popular conservative online forum FreeRepublic.com, was also largely negative. In response to the statement, one commenter posted, "Gibson showed his true colors last night during his arrest. I argued with you about 'The Passion of the Christ' and his portrayal of Jews. I stood up for Gibson to you and a number of my Jewish friends. Now, I'm sorry I did."
Another, responding to hopeful comments that Gibson can still change his views, wrote, "Lots of denial going on here. It's difficult when your hero falls so far."
Yep, no worries about kids and stuff like that!!!!
Ever wonder what people got Jesus for Christmas? It's like 'Oh great, socks. You know I'm dying for your sins right? Yeah, but thanks for the SOCKS. They'll go great with my sandals. What am I, German?
JG
I put it in? Wow! I didn't know I wrote a book of scripture penned almost 2000 years ago! Cool! I guess that time machine I bought over the Internet really did work!
That was a direct quote, New International Version.
By the way, all the Gospels are . . . well, Gospel. They are the inspired Word of God. They are told from the perspective of four different people, but I believe them to be true. If you believe Matthew's wording was some sort of ploy to curry favor with the Romans, that's your problem. (Most Christian historians believe that he was eventually martyred in Ethiopia or elsewhere, so I guess when it comes to currying favor, Matthew really stunk.) I believe it is true and inspired by God.
Also, it is good to note that in the Apostle's Creed, the oldest creed in Christianity, only Pontius Pilate is mentioned. If the church fathers wanted to shift all the blame to the Jews, they certainly could have written it into the creed -- which is not in itself scripture.
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, the Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord:
Who was conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried....
I wasn't being "clever." I searched for the scripture, which you said didn't exist, and showed you. I have provided sources for all my assertions. My only concern is for the truth. I don't appreciate your accusative tone or your tendency to throw out assertions with no links or other support.
Yes he was, which is why the Lutheran Church is his favorite denomnation.
These "traditions" are generally publicly known. The particular brand of Islam the Iranian President is representative of believes that ALL JEWS, even those who seem to be Moslems, must be destroyed to make way for the Mahdi.
The House of Saud is married to ALL of them too.
HAHA...
perfect
Get back to me when you can FREERIDE, type, and play blindfolded beach volleyball... preferrably send a video.
Really, oops, my memory of that evening is a little fuzzy.
So you were telling the truth that you were a perfect gentleman while having to help me change into my pajamas, right?
Well, I guess the anti-Christians are outted now, too.
BWAHAHAHAHAH!!!!
Never believe Max when he tells you things like that. Silly!
That explains some things.......
Uh, huh. I can relate.
You are missing a hijack.......and I missed you while you were gone......come out and play with us.
Oh, you know Max too....
OOPS......searching memory......damn drunken blonde brain!!!!!
Until fairly recent archeological discoveries it was thought that Troy and even King Solomon had no basis in historical fact.
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