Did the media overplay the Murtha vs. Hoyer rivalry?
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You are JUST noticing that now?
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Being in Steel City, of course I was.  The parade today was fantastic as well.\n\nYet, I do feel somewhat discontent with the many "conspiracy theories" being thrown around and the supposed "bad calls."  I will admit that there was at least one bad call, and that was Hasselback's "hit below the knees."  However, why are Seattle fans complaining so much about the officiating, because I don't remember Mike Holmgren challenging any of those calls in the second half...\n\nThe play that more or less ended the game had nothing to do with "poor officiating" or "shoulda woulda couldas" though, and that was Willie Parker's 75 yard TD run - its ashame they didn't use him more either because he looked as though he could've done it all night long.
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Man, I don't know..I'd hate to think that..being from MI and all.\nThey sure have shot their mouths off about winning, and it's coming back to bite them.
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Because in their business, the faster they get the news out, the bigger the audience they get. It's not like back during the Carter race, when I spent hours collecting interesting facts about the election, and he won before we went on the air. THAT was disappointing!
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Well, People Magazine isn't really about news, is it?  Besides, I'd much rather read something innocuous than be depressed by more depravity.\n\nWhat bugs me is when SPORTS makes the news.  Oh, it's fine that they have their own little section of the newspaper.  But when the breaking story on the 10:00 news is that Brett Favre is coming back, or something equally uninteresting, it really p's me off.
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Murtha has been a strong voice in Congress for many years. His experience will benefit our nation.\n\nHe does have one big black streak upon him. Remember Abscam? He told the agents he wouldn't accept their bribe, "at this time". It is something he will never be able to live down. Many watchdog groups are crying foul over his possible leadership position.
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Dale Jr. is a true southern gentleman.  Do you see getting mouthy with the press or being nasty toward anyone?  He was brought up with a great respect for racing and for those who participate in the same.  I think after his father's death and his corvette fire incident he is a more spiritual person and that is helping him focus better this year.  Also, you don't see him with fancy models hanging off his arm do you?  He's a honest, hard working, fun guy.
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The story is buried, but I saw the video. Taped in 1982 and about 54 minutes long,  it has John explaining to undercover agents posing as mid eastern businessmen how he was able to secure political favors beneficial to people looking to do business in his district. These guys wanted to do some coal mining and Mr. Murtha said he was the guy who could pave the way in his neighborhood. To his credit and slick operating style Mr. Murtha did not take the money himself but, he said other unnamed people would contact them in a few days to complete the deal. The agents tried but could not get Murtha to divulge any names.\nJohn Martha is no Marion Barry when behind closed doors.
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i dont know what to think, i used to think that Football was a sport that leveled all racial conflicts but ive come to realized that its way different...so there might have been something fishy bout what your saying...
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Totally bogus. Not even listed on ESPN.com news section (where it supposedly came from, according to the story) or the wire services. Aikman is 40 yrs. old. He's been out of the game too long (6 years) and is way past his prime for a comeback. If this "story" were to come out three years ago, I might give it some credence. But without a link, I've got to conclude it's a fake.\n\nI will say that it's fairly well-written, in a typical sports news format. A lot of these fake stories look like they're written by a third grader. But as someone else pointed out, Aikman was inducted into the pro football Hall of Fame this year, and no legitimate news story about him would sum up his career highlights at the end as this one does without mentioning his HOF induction.
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by media do you mean something serious like FT or Herald Tribune??? I doubt many americans read either of those.\nAre they brainwashed by media like Fox and USA today? Probably...but i wouldn't even call those two "media"...
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Definitely Murtha. Dean comes in a very close second, while Kerry and Clinton are tied for third.
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I don't think that a bias necessarily exists within the media, but among fans I believe there sure are a lot of Cowboys haters.  There are several reasons for this.  For one, there is a little bit of jealousy for "America's Team".  These feelings are still carrying over from their dynasty in the 90's (and even the 70s).  Also, the organization has had many abrasive characters:  owner Jerry Jones, the Tuna, ex-stars such as Michael Irvin, and the myriad of criminals and druggies they've paraded through in the last 10/15 years.  As with any great sports organization, fans are very polarized... you either love 'em or hate 'em.  I love 'em, but conversely I despise great competing teams such as the Steelers and 49ers.  Some in the media may have their beef with Jerry Jones or other people in the organization, but I think the strong anti-Dallas emotion is mainly among the fans (which is a tribute to the Cowboys being one of the top teams in the sport).
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Somewhere along the line, however, The Ring’s criticism of the “alphabet gangs” went from a few targeted jibes in editorials to full-blown “axis of evil” rhetoric that permeates the magazine. Instead of reporting on the sport they are so intent on saving, the folks at The Ring are spending more and more of their time talking about...themselves.\nThe Ring champions is better.
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To answer your question, I'd say YES. Like Don J said, its getting up there. Over the past few years this rivalry have been heating up. Every soul in New England clears their schedule whenever these two teams play, as I'm sure its the same in Indiana. They have been the best and most consistently good teams over the past few years, and everybody wants to see two powerful, evenly matched teams go head to head. Its Pats vs Colts, Belichik vs Dungy, Brady vs Manning, its beggining to feel like a classic here in New England, and its just getting better every year.\n\nI'm sure some of you will disagree, and I can appreciate that. \nThey may not have reached the level of the Redskins-Cowboys or the Bears-Packers rivalry just yet, but its only a matter of time.\n\nIf all 3 games were on tv at the same time, which game will you look forward to see? As of Nov 1st, The Redskins (2-5) and the Cowboys (4-3) are both mediocre teams still trying to find their identities. The Bears (7-0) will pound the Packers (3-4) into  submission.\n\nPatriots (6-1) vs Colts (7-0) best rivalry in the NFL TODAY?\n\nMost definitely.
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both of the brothers were military vets....we should all be proud.\n\nPat gave up a 6 figure job playing for the NFL, and died in Iraq. God bless his soul.
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i absolutely agree with you that the media is more out of touch with the people. i think that they have their own agenda and they report likewise. i don't really think they know what their agenda is, just that it is liberal and i think that they are completely out of touch with what affects the real people that are living paycheck to paycheck.