[JohnnyZ]

Let us be consistent... Are we looking for a meritocracy or not.....

Rush was criticizing others for just that, basing their praise on things OTHER than merit. You should be applauding him!!!

I think that the issue with what you mentioned would be unfair if a white fighter were dismissed or not taken seriosly because he is white....

Which is not what we're talking about here. Rush did not dismiss McNabb because he's black. He said others hyped him because he's black.

But I don't think you're interested in what Rush said, just interested in criticizing him.

[dwd1]

I would hope that Rush can take it as well as dish it out..

I respect his right to say what he said but I think I also have the right to criticize him because I disagree... By the way... Is this not the same problem that the Dixie Chicks had whenever they said something in a public forum that many on this forum disagree with?

I am still waiting for any evidence that there is a media bias toward black quarterbacks.... From what I have seen, the media talks up all quarterbacks based on their potential, but the ones who get long term respect and support are the ones who win and get the job done....
If one does not perform and win, one ends up on the curb....

He brought race into the issue when he did not have justification or supporting material.... Now many looking at every black or minority quarterback and wondering whether he is there for his ability and whether his media image is based on his personality and marketability or whether it is based on how well he chose his parents...

[dwd1]

Also, just for the sake of argument, being that Donovan McNabb may be considered by some to have a media friendly appearance and for all we know, a very talented agent and publicist, how can we conclude that he is not being judged based on his personality and how attractive he may be perceived as being.... Why does the conclusion have to be drawn that he is having the same thing as Anna Kournikova.... Granted that it is still wrong, but could it not also be concluded that the issue may be that he has a handsome face and not necessarily a black one?

[dwd1]

Also, on my previous point... Barry Bonds comes to mind as someone who does not have a good relationship with the media because he is not very receptive or open in interviews.... I am sure that we are familiar with many professional athletes who get hyped or criticized based on how friendly they are to reporters...

Barry Bonds does not get the respect he deserves in the media based on his race.... He gets the deal he gets because of his personality....

Nothing to do with his race....