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."
If you don`t believe any of the Bible that is your right.
If you don`t believe any of the New Testament,that is also your right.
At that point we should politely agree to disagree on the subjects.
You will not change my opinion I will not change yours,only the Holy Spirit will do that.
What you do not have the right to do is selectively cite Scripture that you like and think it is yours to ignore those you don`t.
If you believe any part of the New Testament is the Word of God than all of it must be regarded as so.
Bout time...priorities RR, Priorities....
Interesting. I would never have thought that Variety reporters read here.
It's amazing how many reporters and talking heads come here for material. I have been quoted twice by John Gibson, without attribution.
Just goes to show that we have some of the best thinking and commentary right here on FR.
Way to go, Hildy! And Cousin Veronica!
Watch out.....
Work, shmirk!
That's the spirit...... :o)
um, not knowing Seinfeld is a sign of a spy right?
Absolutely it is!
I love you, man!
kosher humor
You really need to get your facts straight. Your post is quite trollish.
uh, oh.
slinks off to hide.
No dry humping here, Max!!!!
I'll have to keep up on it, but even I got that one.....
I'll vouch for you. You're safe.......er wait, maybe you better ask someone less wild.
Thanks, I think your word will do just fine.
You are the one selectively quoting scripture without a context. The point really is that you choose to defend Gibson. Period.
Hey there friend.
Hubby and I are having a helluva time trying to figure out this pool stuff.
How the hell to you backwash the thing?
BLASPHEMY!!!!
In other news dogs bark, cats meow, I like cheese, Freeriders Rule, Watch out for Moose, and Beebers get stuned.
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