In the article, "Vick plea put his career in jeopardy" (Aug. 21), one of his defense attorneys, James D. "Butch" Williams Jr., referred to Vick as a father, a son and a human being. He's about the worst role model any kid could have. He has brought shame on his parents and family, on his team and on his sport. He is right down there with the refuse of humanity.
What career? This should be a no-brainer. Vick should get the maximum sentence that a judge can give him and he should be banned from all professional sports for life. There is nothing more despicable than the man or woman who abuses helpless animals and, sadly, there are far too many of them.
They have abdicated their place among civilized humanity and we are best off without them around.
Ian A. Millar
Kernersville
Comments (2)
While I agree that a deserved sentence is called for; I have problems with the statement, "He is right down there with the refuse of humanity." To equate this put Mr. Millar in the same category as Vick in the atrocious activities he was involved.
Regardless of what Vick has/has not done, he is human and deserves to be treated as such. Even the Constitution guarantees him this right.
Shalom
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August 27, 2007 9:50 AM
Darryl,
I agree.
Some folks just love to kick somebody when they are already down. The guy is gonna pay a big time price for his crime. That much is for sure.
Jesus said to love your enemies. He also said to forgive those who trespass against you.
I think Michael Vick would fall squarely in that category.
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August 27, 2007 10:11 AM