Posted on 02/08/2020 1:41:28 PM PST by conservative98
Can we come out now? Is it safe, yet, to speak or write the truth? Or is it still too soon?
Since the sudden, tragic death of Kobe Bryant two weeks ago, I’ve thought of the many men who, in just the past three years, have had their careers and reputations destroyed or seriously stained by allegations of sexual harassment or assault.
Among them: Actors Scott Baio, Gerard Depardieu, Morgan Freeman. In TV, Tavis Smiley, Les Moonves, Matt Lauer. Noted astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, famous chef Mario Batali, opera star Placido Domingo. Minnesota Senator/comedian Al Franken was forced to resign over harassment allegations.
Some accusations are of alleged acts decades old.
Guilty as alleged? Who knows? But the accusations will chase them the rest of their lives.
Thus I wonder what their thoughts are on the instant and continuing posthumous deification of Bryant.
Two weeks after Bryant’s death, it’s still considered outrageously inappropriate to publicly state what we do know: He had a flip side. In 2003 he was forced to essentially admit his actions were unwelcomed by the 19-year-old.
Already a seven-year-pro, Bryant, in Colorado for physical rehab, was arrested after a teenaged hotel/spa worker claimed he raped her. Bryant, married, admitted to having had sex with her but by mutual consent.
The criminal case was dropped by prosecutors, when the accuser chose not to testify. The civil case was settled out of court, as Bryant reached a financial agreement with his accuser. But Bryant was bound to make the following statement, which began with:
“First, I want to apologize to the young woman involved in this incident. I want to apologize to her for my behavior that night and the consequences she has suffered in the last year.”
(Excerpt) Read more at nypost.com ...
It’s a good expose and predates his death.
Rhwetorical question: Would the times between the charged acts and the death with his daughter and friends be taken into account, with the religious oriented behavior?
So you would give Weinstein a pass and no one allowed to say anything if he starts going to Church and dies in 20 years later.
I don’t care if you get religion. Your acts are your acts and are fair game. You did what you did even if you repented before you died in a helicopter. Assuming he did.
He raped a woman. That is part of his legacy..as is all the rest. Good and bad
I concur that it was consensual until the “no” factor came into effect. KB wanted what the woman did not want to give.
No fan of Kobe, but the “rape” charge struck me as a money grab and 15 minutes of fame gambit.
My question for idiots like this is why are you bringing this up?
My only answer is you’re some racist idiot
There was something “there”. Read his “pr” statement.
Today, the truth, unlike in slander, is no defense when it comes to race and racism.
This applies to any liberal Black.
Sure, but how do you know? What does “truly repent and get born again” mean?
“Born again”? How do you know he wasn’t born again and then judge him and his faith prior to his death one way or the other?
But yes, I hope that we all “truly repent and get born again” all the time, as often and as many times as it takes, 24/7.
The world is a harsh mistress and a harsher landlord.
I remember other tidbits. For example, her escapades right after the “rape.” They found semen from three men in her. Three other than Kobe. I suspect she was probably a “for hire.” Yes, when I first heard about it... I assumed he was guilty... but her actions and history persuaded me that there was a lot more going on. I also understand why he paid her off and made the statement he did. It’s almost impossible to defend against a false rape charge.
He raped her. He’s no hero. If he repented and turned his life around before he died, GREAT.
Still no hero or role model. He’s dead of his own doing, just like JFK Junior.
Taking unnecessary chances with other peoples lives as well as your own.
He was a rapist and a fool who killed people, who played BASKETBALL!
Am I supposed to care? Should you?
rhetorical question..would you say the same about Weinstein if he goes to Church..or Cosby getting religion in jail?
Would no one be allowed to talk about their terrible behavior??? Rhetorical, again.
If they repent and give themselves to Christ, its forgotten by Christ. If ones goal is to be Christ like, what do you have to gain re-destroying those that repent? Honestly, by your standards, St. Paul is a total scumbag right?. I mean he persecuted and killed Christians, yet God used him to bring people towards the light. Thats what you should focus on Rummy. Building up is hard. Tearing down is easy, Forgiving is hard, vengence is easy.
If I was a rich celebrity I would make people sign a document and record it before having sex. Not kidding.If it killed the mood..so what. Better than going to jail or having to pay someone off.
I believe in being responsible for your acts. ALL OF THEM.
If you are a drunken drug addicted theif who murders...and then suddenly gets religion...your acts are still your acts.
Oprahs BFF brought it up and Snoop Dog is ready to kill her. So I guess it’s not OK.
Since God created his soul--yes, let God sort him out.
By now Kobe HAS met his Maker...for good or for bad.
So what else is new in the human race?
The rich and powerful ALWAYS had all the control.
He was a Christian that believed correctly that Jesus died for his sins (alleged rape)
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