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The resulting outrage was well deserved – sportspeople and other public figures in general would do best to avoid tweeting tweets that could be interpreted as offensive to certain social groups, let alone the ‘F’ word.
And gay sports stars, particularly singularities like Ian Roberts, have absolutely every right to fight back.
Having removed the comment with least required apology Rice sends a clear message that she doesn’t give [another 'F' word].
The question is, could Steph’s seemingly careless demeanour be more than a premature verbal ejaculation aimed at minorities?
One could argue that the darling swimmer simply projects a hegemonic image of a woman on top of her game, who enjoys watching Australia win at footy and every so often engages in healthy heterosexual activities with her fellows, unlike our former son.
Why would Davenport un-sponsor this Aussie icon now?
Edit: Bad Jaguar, bad!
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Aussie hero, pays her taxes |
Edit: Bad Jaguar, bad!
Tisk Tisk Tisk Miss Rice! If you don't agree with gay marriages don't get one...if you don't know the meaning of homosexual or whatever other 'colloquial" word you may use for lack of verbal skills DON'T USE IT IN A TWEET POST! I have a few F words I'd like to fling in her davenport bottom toting direction myself!
ReplyDeletegood for you media dawg for bringing this to light!
Yes, ahem, it seems that Jaguar does not agree with my post either:
ReplyDeletehttp://news.smh.com.au/breaking-news-technology/rice-loses-endorsement-deal-after-twitter-slur-20100907-14zes.html
It's sad that young celebrities are so reckless in what they say and do, given that they are constantly under scrutiny in the social media. It was just plain stupid to broadcast such comment, even IF she really thinks that way. THINK BEFORE YOU TWEET.
ReplyDeleteYep completely agree with you. While everyone is entitled to their opinions etc, if you are a public figure, this generally means you become a role model and so must be cautious with the things you do and say.
ReplyDeleteI like how you said 'think before you tweet' Ariel. Seems that making inappropriate comments over Twitter is becoming a growing trend amongst celebritites and other public figures!
i think you are right and love the way you comment on that as well. its funny but yet to the point.. Think before you press enter on your keypad...
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