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Taylor Hicks Heads 2006 Ten Best-Mannered List - Britney Spears Named Most Ill-Mannered
U.S. and World News : Entertainment ^ | 12/20/2006 | Chris Simmons

Posted on 12/20/2006 1:49:22 PM PST by SirLinksalot

Taylor Hicks Heads 2006 Ten Best-Mannered List - Britney Spears Named Most Ill-Mannered

Published: Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 18:53:00

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Taylor Hicks, American Idol winner who was commended for being a role model to young people, heads the list of the "Ten Best-Mannered People of 2006," as named by the National League of Junior Cotillions, an etiquette and social training program that involves thousands of young people in the United States.

The 2006 list includes:

1. Taylor Hicks - for his example of humility and politeness.

2. Merideth Viera - for the warmth and kindness she extends to "Today Show" guests.

3. Ed Bradley - for the dignity he brought to broadcast journalism.

4. Emmitt Smith - for his positive influence in football and dance.

5. Elizabeth Hasselbeck - for her commitment to family values on "The View."

6. Glenn Beck - for demonstrating the art of disagreeing without being disagreeable.

7. Warren Buffett - for his generosity in helping those less fortunate.

8. Barack Obama - for keeping his poise under pressure.

9. Carrie Underwood - for the graciousness she shows to her fans.

10. LaDanian Tomlinson - for being a positive role model to young athletes.

In addition, Britney Spears received the dubious distinction of being named The Most Ill-Mannered Person of 2006, "for lowering the standards of morality and her negative influence on the behavior of young people."

Says Anne Colvin Winters, NLJC Executive Director, "The annual selections are based on the demonstration of honor, dignity and respect. Taylor Hicks, of American Idol fame, was chosen because of the courteous manner in which he treats his fellow performers and fans."

Nominations are from cotillion students and directors nationwide.

The National League of Junior Cotillions (1-800-633-7947) is headquartered in Charlotte, NC, and has licensed chapters throughout the United States. It hosts the popular website, "Etiquette for Today" (www.nljc.com).

NEWS SOURCE: National League of Junior Cotillions


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KEYWORDS: bestmannered; britney; taylorhicks

1 posted on 12/20/2006 1:49:28 PM PST by SirLinksalot
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To: SirLinksalot
Ed Bradley - for the dignity he brought to broadcast journalism.

You mean with the ear ring and the softball interviews that were always about him?

Barack Obama - for keeping his poise under pressure.

LOL! Just don't let the friendly media mention his big ears.
2 posted on 12/20/2006 1:53:52 PM PST by Vision ("As a man thinks...so is he." Proverbs 23:7)
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To: SirLinksalot
Carrie Underwood - for the graciousness she shows to her fans.

Plus she's friggin' hot.

3 posted on 12/20/2006 1:54:09 PM PST by socal_parrot (palomino!!!)
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To: SirLinksalot

Here's the spectrum:

One one end, Taylor Hicks, on the other end, Trailer Hick.


4 posted on 12/20/2006 1:54:57 PM PST by Sax
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To: SirLinksalot

Never heard of half of them. Of the remaining half, I'd only have a couple of them over for dinner. Yes, Taylor would be one.


5 posted on 12/20/2006 1:55:36 PM PST by mtbopfuyn (I think the border is kind of an artificial barrier - San Antonio councilwoman Patti Radle)
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To: Sax
on the other end, Trailer Hick.

Who would that be ? Inquiring minds want to know ??
6 posted on 12/20/2006 1:55:58 PM PST by SirLinksalot
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To: SirLinksalot

Elliott Yaman should be closest to the top of the list. He is such a sweetie.


7 posted on 12/20/2006 1:58:11 PM PST by GottaLuvAkitas1 (Ronald Reagan is the TRUE "Father Of Our Country".)
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To: GottaLuvAkitas1

I meant Elliott "Yamin"


8 posted on 12/20/2006 2:00:43 PM PST by GottaLuvAkitas1 (Ronald Reagan is the TRUE "Father Of Our Country".)
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To: SirLinksalot

That would be none other than "Weee're just country" Ms. Spears.


9 posted on 12/20/2006 2:02:14 PM PST by Sax
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To: SirLinksalot

Britney? Paris Hilton's money get in the way of their judgement?


10 posted on 12/20/2006 2:02:54 PM PST by kenth (I wish compassionate conservatives were more compassionate to conservatism.)
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To: SirLinksalot

I don't know about the results because I've never heard of most of these. But we need more list like this. To honor good manners is a step in the right direction.


11 posted on 12/20/2006 2:06:10 PM PST by Jaysun (I've never paid for sex in my life. And that's really pissed off a lot of prostitutes.)
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To: Vision
LOL! Just don't let the friendly media mention his big ears.

So, there are absolutely NO Republican Presidential candidates with good manners ? NOT ONE ??
12 posted on 12/20/2006 2:06:28 PM PST by SirLinksalot
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To: SirLinksalot

Huh?


13 posted on 12/20/2006 2:12:24 PM PST by Vision ("As a man thinks...so is he." Proverbs 23:7)
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To: SirLinksalot

Barack Obama ahead of LT???? Now that's f'ed up!


14 posted on 12/20/2006 2:32:55 PM PST by Niteranger68 (Life's greatest obstacle is in the mirror.)
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To: SirLinksalot

Josh Groban isn't on there? He is such a sweetie in person. Not a pretentious bone in his body and is always very generous with his time.


15 posted on 12/20/2006 3:30:07 PM PST by mom4kittys (If velvet could sing, it would sound like Josh Groban)
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To: SirLinksalot
Barack Obama - for keeping his poise under pressure.

Pressure....what pressure?

16 posted on 12/20/2006 3:51:54 PM PST by BookmanTheJanitor
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To: SirLinksalot

Why aren't Laura or Presidet Bush on this list.
Both of them have great manners and self control.



17 posted on 12/20/2006 4:21:52 PM PST by Jo Nuvark (Those who bless Israel will be blessed, those who curse Israel will be cursed. Gen 12:3)
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To: veronica; onyx
Check out this picture of Britney from last night!!! AARGHHHH!!!

Before she was carried away after passing out! Here's a little 2007 bet..who will end up in rehab first, Britney or Lindsay???

18 posted on 01/01/2007 7:47:18 PM PST by Hildy (Words are mere bubbles of water...but deeds are drops of gold.)
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To: Hildy

Nah! THAT has to be photo-shopped!


19 posted on 01/01/2007 7:48:50 PM PST by onyx (Phillip Rivers, LT and the San Diego Chargers! WOO-HOO!)
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To: onyx

NOPE...straight from Drudge...


20 posted on 01/01/2007 7:53:58 PM PST by Hildy (Words are mere bubbles of water...but deeds are drops of gold.)
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