I'm done with FOX.

03-23-2009, 01:27 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJn5XlbSFk

Not sure how many folks have seen this on the news.

On one hand, I'm pissed. I have had family who has served in Afghanistan and to mock their contributions and the lives of the 116 soldiers who have died is in extremely poor taste.

On the other hand, it's FOX. I never take what they say seriously. But I'm also tired of giving them my money (in terms of watching their programming) when they turn around and put bullshit like this out.

So, I'm done with them. I won't be watching any of their programming or going to see any of their movies.

Am I taking it too far or too seriously? Maybe. But when there are plenty of other interesting things to watch on TV, why would I support a bunch of assholes?

What do you guys think?

spin

kaisersozei · 03-23-2009, 01:54 PM

I've never this "Red Eye" segment, but they look like a bunch of stoned out jokers trying to get a rise out of people, not too credible if you ask me

Anyway, I was too distracted by the "related" Megan Fox Sexy Video Compilation - FHM 2008 link

Gophernut · 03-23-2009, 01:54 PM

Certainly looks to me to be in very poor taste.

Quote:

Anyway, I was too distracted by the "related" Megan Fox Sexy Video Compilation - FHM 2008 link

SmoknTaz · 03-23-2009, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Gophernut

Certainly looks to me to be in very poor taste.

I see this as a total publicity stunt! Some people have no class!

lightning9191 · 03-23-2009, 02:33 PM

That's not cool.

icehog3 · 03-23-2009, 03:19 PM

4 freakin' a$$holes.

Footbag · 03-23-2009, 03:24 PM

Those people should not be allowed on TV. Americans owe all allied soldiers thanks, no matter what country they come from. We were attacked and Canada as well as a number of other allies chose to help us. Pure Ignorance.

icehog3 · 03-23-2009, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Footbag

Those people should not be allowed on TV. Americans owe all allied soldiers thanks, no matter what country they come from. We were attacked and Canada as well as a number of other allies chose to help us. Pure Ignorance.

+1

elderboy02 · 03-23-2009, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Footbag

Those people should not be allowed on TV. Americans owe all allied soldiers thanks, no matter what country they come from. We were attacked and Canada as well as a number of other allies chose to help us. Pure Ignorance.

Freaking idiots

TXRebel · 03-23-2009, 03:35 PM

Red Eye is not news, it is like watching SNL News or Comedy Central, but not as humorous.

ActionAndy · 03-23-2009, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Footbag

Those people should not be allowed on TV. Americans owe all allied soldiers thanks, no matter what country they come from. We were attacked and Canada as well as a number of other allies chose to help us. Pure Ignorance.

Is censorship an american value?

03-23-2009, 04:14 PM

I'm not saying censor them, hell, keep these guys on the air. Personally, I'm done. The relationship between FOX and I is over. I'm breaking up with them.

03-23-2009, 04:19 PM

That was nothing compared to what the Jon Stewart show has done.

03-23-2009, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by BC-Axeman

That was nothing compared to what the Jon Stewart show has done.

How dare you bash Jon Stewart!!!!!!

BamBam · 03-23-2009, 04:39 PM

you're either part of the problem or part of the solution.....nuff said

WildBlueSooner · 03-23-2009, 04:47 PM

In my opinion the US media in general is pathetic. You can watch any of the major networks and laugh at the absurdness of what they are saying. Honestly I just stick to the BBC most of the time (although they certainly arent perfect). As for this particular clip pretty ridiculous to belittle the contributions and sacrifices of the Canadian military. Censorship is not the answer, not watching is! I cant believe I just stuck up for Canadians

Footbag · 03-23-2009, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by ActionAndy

Is censorship an american value?

I don't think we should pass a law to censor them, I think they should be fired. Firing someone for saying something blatantly stupid and with national security ramifications is not censoring them. Fox should take away their platform.

14holestogie · 03-23-2009, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by BC-Axeman

That was nothing compared to what the Jon Stewart show has done.

Yeah, getting young people in touch with what's really going on using a humourous approach to point out the absurdities and lies of those in control using actual facts.

I may have missed a few episodes, but I've never seen him bash any troops.
Was he hard on Bush? Sure, but early into the new administration, he seems to be an equal opportunity basher.

It may be just a basic cable show, but he does ask the tough questions of those responsible. I don't think that's bad journalism.

03-23-2009, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Footbag

I don't think we should pass a law to censor them, I think they should be fired. Firing someone for saying something blatantly stupid and with national security ramifications is not censoring them. Fox should take away their platform.

In this case there would be nobody working for the major newspapers or most of congress.

03-23-2009, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 14holestogie

Yeah, getting young people in touch with what's really going on using a humourous approach to point out the absurdities and lies of those in control using actual facts.

I may have missed a few episodes, but I've never seen him bash any troops.
Was he hard on Bush? Sure, but early into the new administration, he seems to be an equal opportunity basher.

It may be just a basic cable show, but he does ask the tough questions of those responsible. I don't think that's bad journalism.

I have seen Jon Stewart bash the troops in order to bash Bush. That, in my opinion is worse than bashing Bush would have been. That was the last time I watched Jon Stewart.

03-23-2009, 01:27 PM	#1
spincycle Guest Posts: n/a	I'm done with FOX. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJn5XlbSFk Not sure how many folks have seen this on the news. On one hand, I'm pissed. I have had family who has served in Afghanistan and to mock their contributions and the lives of the 116 soldiers who have died is in extremely poor taste. On the other hand, it's FOX. I never take what they say seriously. But I'm also tired of giving them my money (in terms of watching their programming) when they turn around and put bullshit like this out. So, I'm done with them. I won't be watching any of their programming or going to see any of their movies. Am I taking it too far or too seriously? Maybe. But when there are plenty of other interesting things to watch on TV, why would I support a bunch of assholes? What do you guys think? spin

03-23-2009, 01:54 PM	#2
kaisersozei The Homebrew Hammer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Gerard Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 3,183 Trading: (40)	Re: I'm done with FOX. I've never this "Red Eye" segment, but they look like a bunch of stoned out jokers trying to get a rise out of people, not too credible if you ask me Anyway, I was too distracted by the "related" Megan Fox Sexy Video Compilation - FHM 2008 link __________________

03-23-2009, 02:33 PM	#5
lightning9191 I think I'm normal... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin Posts: 1,007 Trading: (8)	Re: I'm done with FOX. That's not cool. __________________ I eat gummy bears by tearing them limb from limb and eating their heads last.

03-23-2009, 03:19 PM	#6
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 72,288 Trading: (60)	Re: I'm done with FOX. 4 freakin' a$$holes. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

03-23-2009, 03:24 PM	#7
Footbag I Need My Space Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Adam Location: NEPA Posts: 1,216 Trading: (7)	Re: I'm done with FOX. Those people should not be allowed on TV. Americans owe all allied soldiers thanks, no matter what country they come from. We were attacked and Canada as well as a number of other allies chose to help us. Pure Ignorance.

03-23-2009, 03:35 PM	#10
TXRebel Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Cary Location: Texas Posts: 1,277 Trading: (12)	Re: I'm done with FOX. Red Eye is not news, it is like watching SNL News or Comedy Central, but not as humorous. __________________ "The government turns every contingency into an excuse for enhancing power in itself."

03-23-2009, 04:14 PM	#12
spincycle Guest Posts: n/a	Re: I'm done with FOX. I'm not saying censor them, hell, keep these guys on the air. Personally, I'm done. The relationship between FOX and I is over. I'm breaking up with them.

03-23-2009, 04:19 PM	#13
BC-Axeman Guest Posts: n/a	Re: I'm done with FOX. That was nothing compared to what the Jon Stewart show has done.

03-23-2009, 04:39 PM	#15
BamBam Just Pipin' Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,299 Trading: (37)	Re: I'm done with FOX. you're either part of the problem or part of the solution.....nuff said

03-23-2009, 04:47 PM	#16
WildBlueSooner I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: James Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 3,322 Trading: (19)	Re: I'm done with FOX. In my opinion the US media in general is pathetic. You can watch any of the major networks and laugh at the absurdness of what they are saying. Honestly I just stick to the BBC most of the time (although they certainly arent perfect). As for this particular clip pretty ridiculous to belittle the contributions and sacrifices of the Canadian military. Censorship is not the answer, not watching is! I cant believe I just stuck up for Canadians __________________ "To dilute the will to win is to destroy the purpose of the game. There is no substitute for victory"-- Douglas MacArthur

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