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Wednesday, July 25, 2007

The Power of Symbolism

Kudos to GumbyDammit of Playahata.com for bringing this little exercise to light. The media has long been guilty of using pictures to convey an unspoken sentiment. It's usually one of a racial nature of course.

Tim Donaghy and Michael Vick.

Both figures are under the media microscope for engaging in less than desirable activities. Micheal Vick for being cruel to animals and Tim Donaghy for fixing games.

Now, I could give a rat's ass 'bout folks fighting dogs. It has always been done and it doesn't hurt humans so I could care less. Tim Donaghy's crime of betting on games he's reffing, however... Hey, I'm no sports nut, but even I'm aware that this tre shady behaviour is detrimental to the longevity and integrity of the game itself. But here tell it, Michael Vick is the devil.

Anyhoo, looking at the above photo, which individual is the least apologetic for their actions?