05-09-2014, 07:11 PM
John Wayne said this about himself?
It is important for you to know that I am a registered Democrat and, to my knowledge, share none of the political views espoused by Duke. However, whether he is ill disposed or healthy, John Wayne is far beyond the normal political sharp shooting in this community. Because of his courage, his dignity, his integrity, and because of his talents as an actor, his strength as a leader, his warmth as a human being throughout his illustrious career, he is entitled to a unique spot in our hearts and minds. In this industry, we often judge people, sometimes unfairly, by asking whether they have paid their dues. John Wayne has paid his dues over and over, and I'm proud to consider him a friend and am very much in favor of my Government recognizing in some important fashion the contribution that Mr. Wayne has made
I think it's you who's stoned, Maggot!
John Wayne was a conservative Republican his whole adult life and never had severe dementia - he knew who he was.
He did make those statements about blacks and native Americans, but apparently had a strong affinity for Hispanics. He was married three times, all three women were Hispanic (he was fluent in Spanish and his tomb stone epitaph is in Spanish, IIRC).
My dad was a fan of his. I don't agree with some of what he espoused, but I liked some of his movies and the strength of his characters.
It is important for you to know that I am a registered Democrat and, to my knowledge, share none of the political views espoused by Duke. However, whether he is ill disposed or healthy, John Wayne is far beyond the normal political sharp shooting in this community. Because of his courage, his dignity, his integrity, and because of his talents as an actor, his strength as a leader, his warmth as a human being throughout his illustrious career, he is entitled to a unique spot in our hearts and minds. In this industry, we often judge people, sometimes unfairly, by asking whether they have paid their dues. John Wayne has paid his dues over and over, and I'm proud to consider him a friend and am very much in favor of my Government recognizing in some important fashion the contribution that Mr. Wayne has made
I think it's you who's stoned, Maggot!
John Wayne was a conservative Republican his whole adult life and never had severe dementia - he knew who he was.
He did make those statements about blacks and native Americans, but apparently had a strong affinity for Hispanics. He was married three times, all three women were Hispanic (he was fluent in Spanish and his tomb stone epitaph is in Spanish, IIRC).
My dad was a fan of his. I don't agree with some of what he espoused, but I liked some of his movies and the strength of his characters.