Should Michael Vick Get a Second Chance in the NFL?
Many of quarterback Michael Vick's dogs didn't. Can his debt to society ever be repaid?
Once again an NFL quarterback, convicted dog killer Michael Vick says his is just one more story of a second chance in a nation built on them. Not so fast, says animal lover Bonnie Erbe. Despite her anger, though, she leaves the door open: "If [Vick's motivational speaking] works and converts some would-be animal abusers into animal appreciators, and saves at least some dogs from the living hell Michael Vick put his through, maybe then I'll rethink my position."
What do you think? Do animal abusers deserve a second chance? Post your thoughts.
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VICK SHOULDN'T HAVE BEEN GIVEN A SECOND CHANCE IN THE NFL DUE TO THE FACT THAT HE IS LOOKED AT AS A ROLE MODEL BY MANY YOUNG AMERICANS.HOWEVER, HIS TRUE SELF CAME OUT DURING THE INVESTIGATIONS AND TRIAL OF THE CRIMES HE WAS INVOLVED IN. VICK EVEN LIED TO THE AUTHORITIES AFTER HE BROKE THE LAW IN HOPES OF GETTING OFF SCOTT FREE. THAT SHOWED ME THE MAN HAS NO CHARACTER AND THESE ARE THE PEOPLE WE CONTINUE TO LET BE ROLE MODELS FOR THE NEW GENERATIONS.
Let Vick get on with his life
Vick has lost his reputation, most of his money and other assets, and has spent a considerable amount of time in prison. As far as I am concerned, his punishment was adequate for the crime. I think he should be allowed to get on with his life, and if that means he can play football, then so be it.
It helps if someone accepts responsibility, but some do not...
Please, will the media start giving more attention to the third most surrendered pets to the animal shelters? No offense to kitties and doggies, but they tend to always get most of the media attention.
This case involved two bunnies. Yes, those adorable little critters that hop cute, twitch their little noses at you, and (many do not know this) are also litter box trainable, just like cats (they make great pets, even though they require different levels of supervision and care than with cats).
http://www.ohio.com/news/break_news/53494117.html
The bunny-drowning woman, who worked at Petland, was arraigned today and pleaded not guilty. No doubt her lawyer is going to portray her as some victim of the pet store "culture," or whatever excuse might stick. It's no excuse, though, to smile as you are holding up two drowned rabbits to have your picture taken, and to then put that picture on your Facebook page.
Please give this case attention, too.
For adoption of pet bunnies, please go to this organization, as they do phenomenal work in rescue and education: http://www.rabbit.org
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