Rick Sanchez Apologizes To Jon Stewart, Says He Was 'Tired'
Posted on Oct 06, 2010 @ 03:30PM
Former CNN anchor Rick Sanchez has issued a public apology to Jon Stewart and “anyone else” he offended.
Sanchez was dumped by the network after calling Stewart a bigot during a satellite radio interview and also making anti-Semitic remarks. He did not directly address his comments about Jews running the media in the apology he released Wednesday.
Here is the full statement he released through a publicist, courtesy of tampabay.com:
"On October 4th, I had a very good conversation with Jon Stewart, and I had the opportunity to apologize for my inartful comments from last “\week. I sincerely extend this apology to anyone else whom I may have offended. “As Jon was kind enough to note in his show Monday night, I am very much opposed to hate and intolerance, in any form, and I have frequently spoken out against prejudice. Despite what my tired and mangled words may have implied, they were never intended to suggest any sort of narrow-mindedness and should never have been made.
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“In the aftermath of these comments, CNN and I have decided to part ways. However, I want to go on record to say that I have nothing but the highest regard for CNN and for my six wonderful years with them. I appreciate every opportunity that they have given me, and it has been a wonderful experience working for them. I have tremendous respect for everyone there, and I know that they feel the same about me. There are no hard feelings – just excitement about a new future of opportunities.
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“I look forward to my next step with great anticipation. In the meantime, I will continue to promote my book, Conventional Idiocy, in the hopes of broadening the discussion to get a better understanding between all Americans, regardless of race, creed or religion."
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I'm not saying I agree with Sanchez...however, aren't we still allowed to voice opinions, or is that only okay if they are considered political correct and isn't there a name for a society where the same opinion is the only one allowed voiced?
Posted Thu, 10/07/2010 - 2:50pm
All I can say is the Sanchez is out of the TV business for a very long, long time unless he is hired by an anti semite news director. As for his book, whatever. Sanchez = Mel Gibson.
Posted Thu, 10/07/2010 - 12:53am
John Quinones wouldn't have done something so stupid. Adios muchacho.
Posted Wed, 10/06/2010 - 9:50pm
Sanchez is just wagging the dog. He meant exactly what he said. Tired, yeah right. Not buying it. Sounds more like Rick is the bigot.
Posted Wed, 10/06/2010 - 9:49pm
Nice move Rick. You've just fixed it so you will likely end up doing the farm report at a UHF station in rural Idaho. Just as stupid as I thought you were.
Posted Wed, 10/06/2010 - 9:45pm
The only thing tired about Sanchez is his shtik.
Posted Wed, 10/06/2010 - 9:11pm
Great response!
Posted Thu, 10/07/2010 - 12:49am
I agree.
Posted Wed, 10/06/2010 - 9:43pm
American Jews make up only 2% of the population of America. Yet: they make up 15% of the U.S. Senate, 13% of the House, 67% of the Federal Reserve Board, 33% of the Supreme Court, 55% of TBS corporate officers.
Posted Wed, 10/06/2010 - 8:36pm
If indeed your stats are correct, so what! Jewish people generally have a strong work ethic, family values and a penchant for a higher education. That's a great thing. Your comment suggests you're prejudiced. That's plain ignorant.
Posted Thu, 10/07/2010 - 12:50am