Results tagged “sports” from Last Word

Chris Culliver of the San Francisco 49ers participateed in an impromptu interview Jan. 29 with provocative talk-show host Artie Lange, and his comments about gay men and gay teammates have caused quite a stir ahead of the Super Bowl.  After asking Culliver how many "white chicks" he would "bang," Lange asked him if any gay men had approached him and ... [Read]

Chris Kluwe of the Minnesota Vikings appeared on CNN Tuesday to discuss several political issues, but primarily the NFL player addressed the buzz surrounding his notable stance in favor of marriage equality. Kluwe told correspondent Poppy Harlow that gay Americans are not benefiting equally under the law. And, regarding his famous letter to Maryland Delegate Emmett C. Burns, he stated: ... [Read]

"I can assure you that gay people getting married will have zero effect on your life. They won't come into your house and steal your children. They won't magically turn you into a lustful cockmonster. They won't even overthrow the government in an orgy of hedonistic debauchery because all of a sudden they have the same legal rights as the ... [Read]

"Like any sports fan, I can appreciate her sporting achievements. But I don't think that gives her license to spread the kind of hateful comments that she is spreading. And in fact I think it's irresponsible for somebody to use their sporting fame to spread these kinds of views." Former AMA president Professor Kerryn Phelps, who is spearheading criticism over ... [Read]

''caught up on Trueblood. Not a fan of how they get u hooked w/ 2 seasons then bring on barrage of homosexuality....'' ''After speaking with Eagles management, I realize that my tweet earlier was insensitive and tasteless, and for this, I deeply apologize.'' ''It was not my intention to offend or hurt anyone.'' Seires of Tweets posted by Todd ... [Read]

''We are Isiah and Joshua Thomas. We posed for the NOH8 Campaign because we believe that all hate and discrimination is wrong. It is time for full equality and equal rights for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, religion, or gender.'' Taken from the NOH8 campaign, an online photographic exhibit featuring people who have tape over their mouths and ... [Read]

''He was one of the most talented writers I've ever worked with.... He was a gentle man, a kind man. It's just a tragedy.'' LA Times Sports editor Mike James about sportswriter Mike Penner who began the transition from male to female just two years ago, and announced in his writing that he would go on vacation for a ... [Read]

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