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The Insider offers you a quick-and-dirty transcript of the conference call that Republican nominee for governor Nathan Deal held with supporters this morning, to calm angst over articles dealing with his financial situation.
The message Deal was trying to send:
– The loans he co-signed on an outdoor store were made to support his daughter and her husband, which any voter should understand;
– He is not insolvent;
– Intimations that his debt, $2 million of which will come due in February, have any bearing on his ability to govern are out of line and of a political nature;
– If anything, his financial troubles mean that he understands the pain of the average Georgian;
Overall, the remarks are similar to what the Republican nominee told reporters on Wednesday. I've placed in bold the two paragraphs that are likely to quickly show up in news reports. Otherwise, Deal's remarks below are untouched:
"Good morning. This is Nathan Deal.
"I want to thank all of you for being on the call this morning. I wanted to talk to you about something that has developed within the last week with regard to financial obligations that my wife and I have.
"It's the kind of issue that sometimes, of course, surfaces in the midst of a political campaign. I believe that one of the responsibilities of parents is to help their children. And several years ago, our middle daughter and her husband, who – they'd both been traveling all across the country on their jobs – wanted to be closer to home, since they had the youngest of our grandchildren.
"My wife and I decided that we would help them in that venture. They were opening an outdoor store in Habersham County. Everything was going very well – as it was going with a lot of things in our economy at that time.
"But suddenly, of course, the economy turned. And that downturn is the worst we've seen in more than a generation. It obviously has taken down some of the largest banks. It has taken down some of the largest businesses, some of the largest insurance companies all across our country — and certainly hundreds of thousands of small business people across the country as well as right here in our state.
"Unfortunately, my children were caught in that same process. They're store had to be closed. My wife and I had agreed to guarantee the loans for that undertaking. We've always believed that a responsibility of a parent is to help their children, and we certainly intended to do that.
"The obligations are certainly outstanding, and we are in the process of addressing those obligations. The press would have you believe we are insolvent, and that is far from the truth. We have assets that are going to be liquidated, including the place where the business was in operation, as well as other assets that we are willing to sacrifice in order to live up to our obligations.
"We believe that's the responsible thing to do. Now, of course, on top of all of this is the implication that this in some way should have something to do with the governor's race. I, quite frankly, don't think that it has. I believe, if anything, this is an illustration of the fact that you need a governor who understands the pain that Georgians are facing.
"And certainly, many, many Georgians are facing the same kind of problems that my family has incurred in this business venture. Now, I've made investments over the years. Some have been good, some have been bad. This was an investment that was made on behalf of a child, and I think when you try to help your children, that's probably always the right thing to do.
"Now, we're going to live up to our obligations. It has nothing to do, in my opinion, with this campaign. The press would perhaps have you believe that this is an indication that I cannot govern this state. I tell you that it has nothing to do with that.
"In fact, I believe the fact that I understand the pain of Georgians is all the more important as I enter the governor's office.
"Now, yesterday, I believe there was another article about another business venture that I'm involved in – a small business that is a very successful business. Something that my partner and I started from scratch.
"Like any small business, if you are a stockholder, you are sometimes asked to be guarantors on a loan for the corporation. That's exactly what those loans are. The assets of the corporation and the assets that we own as individuals for the business far exceed any of those obligations.
"The loans are performing loans, and it is a profitable business. There again, this is simply an effort to divert attention away from the campaign for governor. And I want to tell you that I appreciate the fact that many of you have been reaching out to me and my wife, and to our family.
"We thank you for your prayers and your words of encouragement and support. And I want you to know that from the beginning of this campaign, that I've been attacked. And I think the reason is that the other party understood that I was the strongest candidate, the one most likely to win the governorship of this state.
"And, of course, the polls still continue to indicate that, and have consistently indicated it throughout the entire campaign. We intend to go forward with strength. We intend to provide the kind of leadership that Georgians will expect from a governor. We will do it on our personal level, and we expect to do it at the state level as well.
"These are still difficult times for many Georgians. And I'll be a governor who has a perfectly reliable understanding of those challenges that Georgians continue to face. And I'll be a governor who will work very hard to help make their lives better.
"Theses are the kinds of things, unfortunately, that are the dark side of politics. I think it is extremely regrettable when anyone tries to bring a candidate's family into a political campaign.
"My children have suffered and will continue to suffer the consequences of an effort where they put all of their strengths, all of their time, all of their energies into trying to be a successful small business. That's what Georgia ought to encourage.
"That's what has made our state and our country strong – people who are willing to invest their lives, invest their own fortunes, and invest their futures. I am proud that my children were willing to take this venture. My wife and I still stand behind them. We'll live up to our obligations, and we will move forward.
"I thank you for all that you've done. I ask you to continue to work very, very hard. November 2 is coming quickly. This is the kind of campaign where people need to understand that our state has great strengths. Just as families and individuals have suffered the consequences of a downturned economy, so has our state.
"The lessons that all of us learn from that are the kind of lessons that will not only make families and individuals, but will make our state stronger. That's the kind of leadership I'll provide. Thank you once again for all of your support, thank you for your prayers. Let's get out and work extremely hard. That's what my wife and my family and all of us are going to do….."
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September 17th, 2010
10:48 am
I voted for Karen Handel in the Republican primary. After she lost that race, I have attempted to support the nominee Nathan Deal. I can no longer support him and certainly will not vote for him. I will NOT vote for a democrat. I will vote for the Libertarian candidate for governor and will vote against every democrat on the remainder of my ballot.
Nathan Deal should have bowed out of this campaign when the results of the ethics investigation proved damaging to him. He chose not to do so and has left the Republican Party in Georgia in disarray. Nathan Deal is responsible for his actions and those actions have consequences.
September 17th, 2010
10:50 am
Thank you Mr. Deal. I have been voting for Democrats and, so far, have been satisfied with their efforts. I wasn't going to bother to vote in this red state, but now I feel compelled to vote against you. I think there are many other voters who feel the same way. There is no way I can sit by and let a bankrupt (financially and morally) individual like you lead this state. If you were a Democrat and this were a blue state, I would not vote for you
September 17th, 2010
10:58 am
Ok people, if you believe this guy I have, Oh! never mind some of you people will believe anything.
September 17th, 2010
10:59 am
I'm an average Georgian and I cannot fathom being $2 million in debt. If I were, I cannot fathom "forgetting" this debt so as not to place it on disclosure forms. It would weigh on my average Georgian mind like battleship chains with a 2-ton anchor. I wouldn't be able to think about anything else!
People go on and on about Roy Barnes being a trial lawyer. So is Nathan Deal. Our next Governor is going to be a trial lawyer. Now: do you want a successful on, or one who is flat-out broke and who appears one step ahead of his troubles.
September 17th, 2010
11:00 am
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September 17th, 2010
11:00 am
Nathan Deal, the real steal.
September 17th, 2010
11:03 am
This doesn't say a whole heck of a lot for Newt and the others who endorsed this clown.
September 17th, 2010
11:05 am
Vote Libertarian!
September 17th, 2010
11:05 am
Typical Republican. "I am aware that I played a big part in creating this financial problem, but if you'll just give me another chance, I promise to fix it…or at least get in the way of others who want to fix it."
September 17th, 2010
11:05 am
A vote for the libertarian candidate just means a runoff and there is no way I will vote for someone that sued his own state to let illegals vote or will get in lock step with Obama, so I will hold my nose and vote for Deal. Worse case is that Deal has to step down and Cagel becomes Governor. Well maybe that is the best case.
September 17th, 2010
11:06 am
Where was the establishment Republican Party leadership when it came time to vet candidates to ensure they were electable? Sue Everhart? Where were you? Why didn't you do your JOB????
I believe Deal is a good man, and would be an experienced chief executive. But this baggage he carries into the campaign, against a refurbished, rehashed John Edwards/John Kerry/Obama/big government/tax and spend/loser democRat retread SHOULD have been a cakewalk.
September 17th, 2010
11:09 am
He insults our intelligence AGAIN by claiming to understand our pain? Raise your hand if you think the average Georgian can get a loan for $2 mil. Raise your hand if you think he *really* plans to pay off $4 mil in debt with a $135K/yr job.
Clearly this man has 'nads for brains if he thinks we have *bleep* for brains. We'd have to, to believe this garbage.
September 17th, 2010
11:09 am
Let's see… we have Nathan Deal, a true Conservate, Roy Barnes a Liberal Democrat, and Monds, a new Libertarian candidate. Let's just hope that all of these attacks on Nathan Deal do not split the Conservative vote and put Barnes back in office for another four years.
September 17th, 2010
11:10 am
If you conservatives believe this, you will surpass Ala, Miss, as the dumbest bunch of hicks in the south.
This man is blaming the media, Obama for his bad judgement, voting for this man will show what a bunch of hicks this state has.
September 17th, 2010
11:11 am
I'm all for supporting family. I'm also for laughing in their face when they ask me to risk my financial stability on a multi-million dollar loan. So I don't understand your thinking, Mr. Deal. Sorry.
And can we please stop with this "common man" nonsense. Your crushing debt is not a positive quality.
September 17th, 2010
11:12 am
Mr Deal, if this family investment was something to be so proud of, why did you hide your finances for so long? Why not fully disclose your tax returns? Why did you omit this from your filing with the State Ethics Commission? Why did you omit financial matters from your reports to the Congressional Ethics Committee?
Nathan deal is a liar. His campaign is a calculated gamble to obtain public office to keep his creditors at bay. He hides things until investigative reports uncover the the truth, then gives dishonest explanations that do not wash.
September 17th, 2010
11:15 am
Yes, Nathan, and I believe in the tooth fairy.
September 17th, 2010
11:17 am
This explains why Nathan Deal was in line in East Point for the Section 8 housing vouchers.
September 17th, 2010
11:18 am
Is Deal the only person to ever to have financial problems? No. I believe he will liquidate, pay off some of the debt and then refinance the rest of the debt. Rich people do this all the time (Donald Trump for example). This is really not that big a deal when you compare it to what kind of mess Georgia is going to be in due to Obama care (cost the state will pay for increased medicaid rolls), cap and trade, increased federal taxes, ect… Now do you want a elect a Governor that is going to stand up and fight for us or a Governor that will go along with all of Obama's plans? Do you want a Governor that will help reapportion more Dems out of congress or one that is going to put more in to back Obama? The choice is clear. We have already learned that elections have consequences and we will be paying for years the consequences of our last Presidential election. Do we do our part to help roll back the damage or do we help with Obama continue with his radical agenda?
September 17th, 2010
11:22 am
So, Nathan Deal gave money to his daughter. Apparently, she was entitled to this money because she was family, thus, he was responsible for her. Sounds like a Socialist to me.
September 17th, 2010
11:23 am
Nathan Deal is completely delusional if he thinks his "family and small business" finances have nothing to do with his campaign or his ability to run the state of Georgia. These issues are a direct reflection on his ability to lead or operate the state of Georgia through our FINANCIAL hardships. As governor, Deal would be making business decisions; as well as decisions that will affect the finances of all the families in the state.
Only a lying idiot would go ahead with a conference call and make those asinine statements; while holding up his head. But, then again only an idiot would vote for this man after hearing what was said.
September 17th, 2010
11:24 am
Bless your heart.
September 17th, 2010
11:25 am
gm, If you think the people of this state are a bunch of "hicks" then why do you stay? I promise you we will not be mad if you leave and go move into one of those other states (Calf, NY, Mass) where the residents are not such "hicks".
September 17th, 2010
11:25 am
Last politician I heard talk about FEELING YOUR PAIN was Bill Clinton.
September 17th, 2010
11:30 am
Sick&Tired, I guess then the majority of the residents are going to be a bunch of "idiots" then because Deal will be the next Governor of this state. I know us "idiots" would not mind one little bit if you superior intellectual people just picked up and moved the HELL out of our state. Don't let the door hit you on the way out my friend.
September 17th, 2010
11:31 am
Deal looks a lot like Al Haig in that snap. Bet he governs a lot like Sonny, which should help ease any financial problems he's having.
September 17th, 2010
11:32 am
Nathan Deal and Casey Cagle don't like Federal money? Why don't they just pledge to reject any Federal handouts? They'll say it will just go to the other states. Well either set the example (leadership) or quit biting the hand that feeds you.
Reckon Deal's profitable business would that way if he had truly subscribed to the idea of free enterprise and competitive bidding?
September 17th, 2010
11:34 am
It is now common for employers to do a credit check on any prospective employees. There is a reason they do that. Employers have learned that how a person handles their money is a good predictor of what kind of employee they will be.
I am unpersuaded by Deal's excuse for his poor financial judgment that he was only "helping his family". I would think a helpful family member would dissuade others from irresponsibly taking out millions of dollars in loans for which they would have no way of paying it back should anything go wrong. It wasn't like his daughter was in trouble, and THEN he helped her. No, he was an investor in her business and then continued to assist her getting further and further into debt. I also know a bit about math, and Mr. Deal has not explained precisely how he isn't insolvent. He is $5 million in debt, and unless he comes up with secret assets not reported upon by the AJC, he has no way of paying it back, especially not by February 2011. It's like he thinks we are all so stupid here to believe his rationalizations, obfuscations, and justifications.
September 17th, 2010
11:35 am
@td. What happened to letting the people decide who their representatives are? Why does Georgia need a Governor "who will help reapportion out Democrats"? Typical Republican claptrap. The system has to be manipulated because the people do not know what is best for them.
Desparate men do desparate things. Deal has already proven his is ethically challenged. Do Georgians really want to put him in charge of state government?
September 17th, 2010
11:35 am
None are so blind as those who refuse to see. Republicans were required to sign a loyalty oath, why don't they vet their candidates. One guy was prevented from running on the Republican ballot because he wouldn't sign it. But Deal was allowed to run even though he had just resigned from Congress under a cloud questioning his ethics. Likewise, a Republican candidate won the seat (held by the infamous Glen Richardson) even though he committed adultery with his mother-in-law. What a party of losers.
September 17th, 2010
11:38 am
Td: what cap & trade. That bill died in the Senate. Wow, instead of spitting out talking points, you might want to read the newspaper once in a while.
September 17th, 2010
11:42 am
I'd like to know how a congressmen making $100k a year, with a $2 million loan on the books, get's approved for another $2 million loan when it's obvious he can't pay off both. Even business's in the black can't get even modest loans these days, and you're going to tell me he never used his congressional office to make that bit of voodoo happen. Basically, he's asking Georgian's to make him Governor so that we can pay off his bills.
Now I am a Democrat, but even if Deal was one too I wouldn't be voting for him. Political differences are one thing, but should take any person three seconds to see that this man would be detrimental to the already fragile economic state Georgia is in. So for the good of our state, I implore my Republican friends to vote either Libertarian or Democrat in the general election. Having that shyster Deal running the show is the quickest way to make us Alabama. I don't want to live in Alabama.
September 17th, 2010
11:44 am
td = truly delusional… Just because the hate in your heart wants it to be true doesn't mean it is. Deal is a joke. What kind of person really wants to vote for this clown. You probably have the same feeling you had after McCain picked Sarah Palin as a running mate. You knew the race was over, you were just too confused to admit it. Roy is gonna win by a landslide.
September 17th, 2010
11:46 am
beachmom, Dead for now unless we get more conservatives in Congress. Still very high on the agenda of liberals.
September 17th, 2010
11:49 am
The average Georgian would love to live on a "modest" income of $150K a year. That's more than we bought our house for! He doesn't understand a thing about the pain of real Georgians. We don't have the collateral or the assets to get ourselves that deep into debt, nor can we afford to hire a lawyer to help us declare bankruptcy. He is a prime example of the worst of the good ol' boy network.
September 17th, 2010
11:51 am
TD – people who would vote for Deal should move to MS, AL and places like SC; you would be in excellent company and obviously without a brain.
The only reasons people like yourself are voting for Deal is because of the "R" behind his name on the ballot. You would vote for the "Devil" to satisfy your quest for power and you will be voting for him in November.
September 17th, 2010
11:53 am
MATT go ahead and elect Roybama…Nathan is real …he is every man …are you doing great these days financially… Roy is …but did you see how he did it……I am glad I am not your child or your wife.
September 17th, 2010
11:55 am
Samuel J…what are you smoking?! These are not "attacks" on Deal but "facts"!
td – unfortunately, Nathan Deal has lied from the beginning. He will not win and if he does it is a really poor reflection on the Georgia Republican voter. Those outside of the Atlanta metropolitan area (that voted strongly for Handel) showed their ignorance when they didn't believe the facts from the beginning and now the entire state will pay. I for one am very disappointed in Republican Party leadership in Georgia for allowing Deal to get this far.
September 17th, 2010
11:55 am
My eighty-five year old mother keeps Fox News on the TV whether she is at home or not because she wants them to have high ratings. Even she is disgusted by Nathan Steal.
September 17th, 2010
11:56 am
No Deal, I do not think I am delusional at all. I believe there are a vast majority of the electorate in this state is so angry at the Obama and the Dems that they are going to come out in mass in Nov and vote a straight Rep. ticket. A great deal of these people do not watch the local news (and the ones that do do not believe the main stream media any longer) or read this paper, they do not follow politics and only occasionally vote. They just believe Obama and the Dems are ruining this country and they want to send a message. Their message is going to be to go into the booth and vote a straight republican ticket. These people alone will give Deal anywhere between 48 to 52% of the vote (Deal would have received 57 or 58% if not for these stories).
I am willing to bet I am right are you?
September 17th, 2010
12:02 pm
Hell, and I thought only Zell Miller and Bill Clinton could "feel our pain".
Just goes to show ya', the AJC writers know more than the rest of us normal human beings. Yup.
September 17th, 2010
12:04 pm
If the majority of people in this state vote for Deal or a straight Republicans ticket; it just means we live alongside a bunch of unintelligent IDIOTS. I'm already convinced of that fact, because most of them voted for Sorry Sonny.
September 17th, 2010
12:05 pm
Way back, there used to be folks that were 'devil or die democrats' – meaning they vote for those with (D) next to the name on the ballot, no matter how bad they were. I guess that's the lemming population inherited by the GOP. People, please, PLEASE look at the integrity of the individuals running for office. Deal does not pass muster.
Just because he swore to pledge allegiance to the GOP, doesn't make him a responsible individual … actually, that might make him questionable anyway….
September 17th, 2010
12:05 pm
What an idiot Deal and his supporters are. He is now trying to blame others for his dumbass hunting store going under. Dumbass Deal obviously never had a business plan and just figured he could start another crooked business and avoid taxes like his others and get loans from his crooked mates at the local bank.
All he has done is helped a regional bank go under costing the state 135 million dollars and avoided paying taxes on his other "cash" businesses.
Deal personifies "lack of personal responsibility" so I cannot understand how republicans can have any trust in him doing any good for our state. The way he hid this does also was basically a fraud on the voters in the runoffs who would have voted Handle if this had come out.
You may not like Barnes due to the flag crap but at least Barnes isn't going to bankrupt our state.
September 17th, 2010
12:07 pm
Sick&Tired, You are partially understanding my point. Deal is going to win because their is an "R" beside his name and the vast majority of the voters are so angry at the Dems and Obama that their is no way they will vote for anyone in this election cycle with a "D" beside their name.
I can see the series of commercials and mass mailings now, linking Barnes to Obama about health care and increased taxes. I can see the ad that will be run stating Barnes sued the state to allow illegals and convicted felons to vote. Do you really think these angry voters are going to care if Deal has had failed business ventures? This is why Deal will win. I do not think it is too delusional to look at this in a realistic manner because once Deals team can attach Barnes to Obama it is all over. Why do you think Barnes ran and hid in S. Georgia when Obama came to Atlanta? He knows it as well.
September 17th, 2010
12:08 pm
Nathan Deal should bow out of this race. His financial problems, as well as the ethics questions surrounding him, will plague him from now to election day. Once he is out, then the GA GOP should put a better candidate in his place. Karen Handel was a much BETTER choice than Deal.
Those of us who have grown up in this state are SICK and TIRED of GOOD OLD BOYS who are corrupt, incompetent, and often racist. Remember the days of Herman Talmadge, Lester Maddox, and Jimmy Carter. Wow! what a legacy for Georgia.
September 17th, 2010
12:10 pm
I notice that Roy Barnes has been running TV ads on FOX News. Looks like he is trying to rattle Deal's supporters and make them think twice before they vote.
September 17th, 2010
12:12 pm
Sadly, Deal won't back down – he has the typical politician's ego. The side deals he will probably be doing as gov will likely help him financially. You never know, he might get to sell a senate seat or something .
September 17th, 2010
12:13 pm
Hey Greg, what do you mean Fox news viewers thinking – isn't that an oxymoron? Fox goes by the mantra of saying a falsehood many, many times makes it true… at least in most folks minds.
September 17th, 2010
12:16 pm
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Hope you had a good holiday week. The King family had a very nice Christmas, including lots of UGA-related gifts exchanged, ranging from shirts, a fleece jacket, basketball shorts and books to a Bulldog cutting board and coasters featuring the arch!
And, of course, between feasting and watching a John Wayne movie marathon we spent a little time talking Georgia football as Mark Richt's team was making its way down to Jacksonville for Gator Bowl practice— amid news reports that, predictably, a couple of members would not be taking part in the game because of suspensions.
That's never a good thing, no matter what sort of infraction was committed by defensive players Josh Harvey-Clemons and Sheldon Dawson, but the way Richt handled the situation this week, repeatedly refusing to answer any questions about the suspensions, allowed rumor and speculation to run rampant for a few days, which isn't helpful to his program.
Let's face it, when you heard the two Dogs were suspended for the bowl game because of a "violation of team rules," the first thing that popped into your head was drugs, right? In recent years, that phrase has come to be considered a sort of code for "caught with weed" or "failed a drug test."
Fortunately, some sources close to the program quickly started leaking to reporters word that the suspensions actually were related to academic problems, and then Friday Harvey-Clemons' grandfather confirmed that was the case with him, though we still have no certain word on Dawson's suspension. But resorting to the "grapevine" to manage this sort of PR problem seems wrong-headed.
I understand if school policy precludes the head coach talking to the media about a player's academic standing, but if that's the case UGA should urge the players involved, or their families, or some designated spokesman (usually their high school coach) to speak up and set the record straight. Or perhaps Richt could at least say publicly what the suspensions are not about.
Playing coy in these instances doesn't serve the player, the team or the school's best interests.
Now, let's get to some holiday week Junkyard Mail …
Jackie T. writes: Bill, I'm really more of a "neutral" observer than a Dawg fan, having gone to NYU before moving down here, but I enjoy reading your Blawg and getting some insight into all my Red and Black friends and neighbors. Speaking of which, I get the distinct impression the Bulldog Nation is greeting next week's bowl game with a collective yawn. I realize the Gator Bowl isn't part of the BCS, but there are a lot of fan bases out there that would love to have their team playing in the postseason, and especially in a New Year's Day bowl game in Florida. Are your Bulldog brethren spoiled or fair-weather fans or what?
Jackie, I'd say your characterization of UGA fans' interest in the Gator Bowl as a "collective yawn" is a bit of an overstatement. Yes, it's true that a mid-tier bowl after an 8-4 season isn't what Bulldog fans had hoped for — or expected after Georgia had knocked off South Carolina and LSU — and facing a rematch with the same opponent as last year certainly hasn't helped stoke fan excitement for either Georgia or Nebraska. But from talking with fans over the past couple of weeks, I get the impression that UGA backers are anxious to see the team close out the season with another win and also want to see whether Hutson Mason can continue the progress he started with the tremendous comeback effort against Georgia Tech. While Bulldog fans understandably are disappointed with the unfortunate way record-setter Aaron Murray's career at UGA ended prematurely, I think they're a bit excited about next year's starting QB getting some valuable playing time against major competition in advance of that looming 2014 season opener against Clemson. But, to get back to your point, fan bases for major SEC programs like Georgia generally aren't satisfied with anything short of a top-level bowl, if not a conference championship and a shot at the national title. And I don't think Richt and his staff would want them to be.
In a related question, Kathleen White writes: Just curious — how are ticket sales for the Gator Bowl going? I read a week or so ago that UGA had only sold about 7,000 tickets in mid-December and that Nebraska had only sold about 3,000. I think the schools had allotments of 12,000-15,000.
Kathleen, UGA sports information chief Claude Felton tells me that the most recent figure he heard, which was from the end of the week before Christmas, showed Georgia had sold about 7,500 tickets. Of course, more UGA fans than that are expected to attend the Gator Bowl, as a lot of folks buy tickets on the open market rather than through the school. Meanwhile, Nebraska's athletic department announced this week that it had sold about 4,000 of the 12,750 tickets it was allotted for the bowl. About 1,000 of those tickets were donated to the Veterans Ticket Foundation.
From California, Napoleon writes: What happened with our secondary this year? And who's to blame? Lakatos or Grantham? It seems like Swann took a step back although he was the most experienced.
You're right about Damian Swann not living up to expectations, though he improved as the season went on. Do you put the blame for that on his position coach, Scott Lakatos, or the player himself? A bit of both, probably. As for the rest of the secondary, admittedly it was the weak link of Georgia's defense this season, and there's a combination of reasons that can be cited. A lot of experience was lost off the 2012 team and any time you have to start true freshmen or inexperienced players in the secondary in the SEC you can expect to have a hard time. Plus, because of injuries Lakatos had to constantly reshuffle his lineup all season long, which didn't help in the secondary's development. Another aspect of the problem: A couple of very talented players who would have been expected to be starting in the secondary this season were kicked off the team. One of them, of course, wound up switching to quarterback and leading Auburn to this year's BCS championship game. Also, a bit of the blame for the lack of depth that resulted in Georgia having to play so many green players this year probably should be placed on recruiting failures. Ultimately, of course, all of that falls on defensive coordinator Todd Grantham. If you can say that an assistant coach is on the hot seat, well, I think Grantham faces that prospect next season.
Bill Collier writes: Bill, I always look forward to your columns and I appreciate your honest insight to Dawg football. Couple of questions. Hutson Mason has said that he likes a "fast paced" offense. Can/will Mike Bobo accommodate him? Or will the offense coaches make him adjust do the "slower" pace that they have run with Aaron Murray? Second question. Ed Orgeron is available. He was defensive line coach/head recruiter for USC (hmm, sounds familiar). I would think coach Richt would want to look into something for him with UGA. Any thoughts or rumors?
Actually, Bobo instituted a hurry-up, no-huddle aspect of Georgia's offense a couple of seasons ago and used it with Murray whenever the flow of the game dictated it. But you're right that Mason prefers an uptempo pace even more, having played that way in high school, and based on what we've seen in the past game and a half it looks like Bobo is going to accommodate him. After Mason got off to a bit of a rough start against Tech, Bobo went hurry-up, emphasizing the quick passing game, and that seemed to get his new QB back on track. So, yes, I expect we'll see even more uptempo offense next season. As for Orgeron, first of all, Richt doesn't have a staff vacancy at the moment, despite many fans' wishes. And let's just say I don't think Orgeron would be a very good match for the way Richt likes to run his program. Aside from past domestic personal issues, Orgeron has generated some controversy over his recruiting style. He's managed to land some top talent but has become known for recruiting moves that have pushed the envelope on what's considered acceptable by NCAA standards. Not what Richt likes to call the Georgia Way.
Luke writes: Hi Bill, Really like reading your Blawg! I love the Dawgs ever since I could understand what football is. However, I have a question that is imprinted on my mind each season, especially as I read through Georgia fan comments. Why do us Georgia fans expect a national title contender each year? Fact: UGA has won 2 national titles according to the official Georgia athletics site. I'm not coming at this from a critical nature, just curious what your thoughts are and the thoughts of other fans out there.
Luke, my answer harks back to what I said above about the Bulldog Nation's feelings about the Gator Bowl. Georgia certainly hasn't had the sort of success at winning national titles that, say, Alabama has, but UGA still has a top-tier program in the nation's best college football conference and so a shot at the national title is certainly a reasonable expectation. And last season Richt's team came within 5 yards of making it to a BCS championship game that they would have been favored to win. Even this year, take away the incredible rash of injuries to key players on the offense and, despite a suspect defense, Georgia probably would have made it to the SEC championship game for a third year in a row, and the winner of that game usually is in the national title conversation. Bottom line: UGA is frequently in contention for an SEC championship, and that means it's not out of line for the fan base to dream of another national championship.
One last note: If you're looking to watch the Gator Bowl game with other UGA grads, the alumni association has up a list of 18 cities across the country that are planning viewing parties. You can check them out here.
Go Dogs!
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— Bill King, Junkyard Blawg
December 28th, 2013
11:58 am
Go Dawgs!!!
December 28th, 2013
12:21 pm
The offense mostly always been there for the Dawgs under Richt. The defense has kept this program from poor to average the last 5 or 6 years. It's not the lack of Athletes. It's lack of coaching. Dawgs will stay at 8,9, 10 wins until fixed, and lose to 2 or 3 of the best teams on the schedule until fixed.
December 28th, 2013
12:35 pm
This is a great opportunity for Hutson Mason to get more playing time, "big game" (used loosely) experience and hopefully a "W" under his belt in preparation for next season. I would have rather seen us play Michigan but a repeat matchup against a storied Nebraska program will have to do.
December 28th, 2013
12:39 pm
To the question of competing for National Championships, yes we should be. We have had outstanding talent in our program, we are in the best football conference and we have tremendous resources to draw from. Coach Richt needs to win one in the next few years but will only be able to do so if he corrects the current deficiencies that everyone has talked about.
December 28th, 2013
12:49 pm
Bill, for the first time in a while I really disagree with your call for more transparency regarding announcing the specifics of a player's transgressions on violating team rules. Regardless of the reason, the player has a right to a private life regardless of the impact to the team. Whether it is for grades, drugs, or any other personal failing, it's personal. While we as fans feel we have a right to know, we really don't just as we wouldn't want our personsal transgressions broadcast to all in the media.
December 28th, 2013
12:54 pm
I've never understood why so many fans give Richt a pass on the woes of the defense and more recently the special teams. He is in fact the Head Coach and no matter how his assistants perform, the onus is on him. Granted he doesn't appear very accountable for it
December 28th, 2013
1:00 pm
Chris Conley went down to injury. Well either we are cursed or it's the strength & conditioning program! You people decide!!!!!
December 28th, 2013
1:35 pm
Suspended players and hurt players. Just another excuse for Richt to lose to a top 25 team. Losing players to injury is just part of the game. Its next man up. No excuses. If Richt would recruit the max amount there is no excuse.
December 28th, 2013
2:17 pm
Go Huskers!!!!!. It is sad the minute a player is suspended from UGA everyone assumes drugs. I guess that is where the program is today and for the foreseeable future. Good Luck with that and as my UGA friends always say, " Wait til next year!"
December 28th, 2013
2:19 pm
It is also very rare any player has acedemic trouble at UGA so I can understand how folks could make that leap. First one I can remember since Pulpwood Smith. My apologies.
December 28th, 2013
2:20 pm
Hey man go eat another taco…..geez
December 28th, 2013
2:57 pm
CMR has been going through the motions for the last 4 or 5 years. 5 yes or 500 yes we blew the SECCG last year.
The Vandy game was a hugely disgusting quit job by the entire team and staff.
Clemson game was lousy tackling, ball handling by our extremely nervous 5th year QB and special teams.
AU game tough, tough loss due to Dbacks lacking basic smarts.
MIZZO, UGA at home? We just laid down and their SECOND TEAM QB was superior to our 5th year, over hyped QB.
This is the way that it is lately, for UGa.
December 28th, 2013
3:03 pm
Taco is a Techie without a life or a real team!
December 28th, 2013
3:04 pm
Oh yeah, we're gonna get hammered by Nebraska!! That's what the fools on here were saying last year too, and that was with Taylor Martinez on the team… 45-31 last year and Murray torched their highly-touted secondary. Sorry, but Nebraska will be without their starting quarterback and one of their best pass rushers in this game. Their defense is so bad that my Husker friend told me they got torched by Iowa's mediocre offense. And people think they'll actually stop Todd Gurley? That's highly unlikely. I'm not worried. Go dawgs!!
December 28th, 2013
3:08 pm
Even with a backup quarterback who had never started a college game, and an early 20-0 lead, Georgia Tech STILL couldn't beat Georgia. You've got to wonder if that was their best chance to beat us anytime in the next five years. With Park coming in, the starter's job after Mason leaves will be between Ramsey, Bauta and Park… And based on the recruiting ranking for two of those three quarterbacks, it's hard to imagine much changing in this rivalry.
December 28th, 2013
3:14 pm
Bill, I usually respect your opinion but claiming we could have been in the national championship discussion without the "rash" of injuries is laughable at best. We had already dropped one game and the defense did not have a "rash" of injuries but remained a disaster. To think that we were just going to drop 40+ on everyone to win out is simply delusional Bill. I'm sorry. I'm just sick of this crap.
And as for Luke, nobody is expecting a national title "each year." We had only expected that Richt would have won one by now in the 13 years he's been here given the resources available to him. Since that hasn't happened it leads one to believe that it never will so long as he's out coach.
December 28th, 2013
3:16 pm
Bill King, I believe it is totally foolish for fans to blame Scott Lakatos for the faults of the secondary… Does our fan base not realize that Georgia's pass defense was ranked EIGHTH in the nation last season?? Lakatos developed Rambo, Shawn Williams and Sanders Commings into very good college players. Wiggins has grown a lot as the season has progressed and I believe it is unreasonable to expect the injury-riddled secondary to be good when we've got three freshmen out there a lot of times. Wiggins, Matthews, Mauger, Langley were all very raw and that is to be expected out of true freshmen. Harvey-Clemons is a good tackler, but has a lot of work to do in coverage. I could see him switching to outside linebacker full-time if he is able to put on more weight this off-season. With Tramel Terry moving to safety, Reggie Wilkerson returning from injury and some talented recruits coming in (and we have a great shot at landing Wesley Green) I believe the secondary is bound to be a lot better. In short, I don't buy that this is Lakatos' fault. If you want to blame anyone, blame the man who is the DC.
December 28th, 2013
3:20 pm
Bill, I usually respect your opinion but claiming we could have been in the national championship discussion without the "rash" of injuries is laughable at best.
I agree with most of your points in your earlier comment. Defense wins championships and no matter how good Aaron Murray, Todd Gurley and Michael Bennett are, they aren't going to outscore the opponent every game without at least an AVERAGE defense behind them. Since our defense is poor, I'd say only the Vandy loss would be a guaranteed win had we not suffered the rash of injuries. Something tells me Gurley would have absolutely changed that game.
December 28th, 2013
3:20 pm
Great question from Luke, often wondered that myself. Bill just did the woulda, coulda, shoulda. Maybe 2014
December 28th, 2013
3:28 pm
I cannot think of a better reference to ANY violation of team rules than "violation of team rules. That's all I'm gonna say."
December 28th, 2013
3:29 pm
Correction- I was looking at the wrong stats for the pass defense. But the point remains that Georgia's secondary was solid in 2011 and 2012 and was not a problem for the team. Get those boys healthy, recruit some more talented players like Wesley Green and the two four-stars we've got commits from and we should expect a lot of improvement in the secondary.
December 28th, 2013
3:52 pm
"If ya can be with the one you love honey Love the one your Richt"
December 28th, 2013
4:07 pm
The definition of Insanity is to do the same thing each time and expect a different result.
Why do we think UGA will be a better defensive team next year? We weren't a good team with pro caliber talent in 2012 or young talent in 2013. UGA will disappoint as always next year and the fan base will be told consistency is a good thing.
Alabama, Auburn, Florida, LSU & Tennessee all have national titles in the BCS era and we haven't even played in the game for the title. Are we really a top tier SEC program?
December 28th, 2013
4:12 pm
The biggest problem a UGA is a fan base that is more proud of beating its ACC weak sister program than winning the SEC/Nat Championship. Who gives a rats behind about beating Tech??? Man up idiots! Start holding CMR accountable.
December 28th, 2013
4:17 pm
Any status on Nick Marshall still be academically eligible for the title game?
December 28th, 2013
4:19 pm
Yeah right…..grades. that's their story and they're stickin' to it! Even got old grandpappy to perpetuate the lie. CMR said team violation. Grade violations are an NCAA thing. Good luck vs. Nebraska….dogs are gunna need it.
December 28th, 2013
4:24 pm
I really just tired of all the BS excuses, rationalizations and shoulda, woulda, coulda's. Let's just call an ace an ace here. Richt hasn't gotten it done. You're either okay with that or your not. That's really all it boils down to.
That's the real debate.
December 28th, 2013
4:38 pm
Neither does HIDING from AJC POSTERS.
December 28th, 2013
4:41 pm
Bill, have you ever considered politics? The way you handled the Orgeron question was classic. There were many questions about his tactics at Ole Miss and Lane Kiffin keeps dragging him around. Nuff said.
December 28th, 2013
4:45 pm
Academically Ineligible is an NCAA issue so there should be NO ISSUE with saying it was because had had GRADE Issues. I remember when we heard Reggie Ball at Tech didn't make the ACC CG because he didn't make grades it was announced as such. Have the rules changed?
December 28th, 2013
4:52 pm
At least UGA isn't in the Chick Fil A bowl and has to wear the uniforms that Texas A&M is going to wear.
December 28th, 2013
4:54 pm
Nebraska is banged up too. Taylor Martinez is not going to play and one of their best pass rushers will miss the game as well. So injuries are no excuse for Georgia or for Nebraska. I'm looking forward to the game.
December 28th, 2013
4:58 pm
I'm looking forward to seeing Mason play in this game and to watching Todd Gurley break the 1,000-yard mark. Two great running backs and two running backs that can't stop anyone. I expect a high-scoring game.
Also, don't blame Lakatos. People weren't bashing him when he developed Rambo, Williams and Commings into good players in our secondary. The guys were very young. We need to get Reggie Wilkerson back to full health and add to the commits we already have in the secondary. We've recruited well in that area so far and I've heard we have a great shot at Wesley Green. You never know with recruiting though.
December 28th, 2013
5:04 pm
BTW Nebraska does suck and UGA should win. You are correct I am a Techie but I can assure you Tech has nothing to with the problems at UGA. Beating Tech does not improve your street cred, even BYU did that. Tech has their own problems and CPJ is not the answer but I can assure you with the talent in Athens you are not getting your money's worth either. Not even close.
December 28th, 2013
5:05 pm
Todd Gurley may be the best I have seen since Herschel Walker. I do love to watch that guy run.
December 28th, 2013
5:28 pm
"UGA is frequently in contention for an SEC championship…"
I hate to keep picking on Bill but delusional is delusional. We have been in the SECCG a grand total of two times in the past 8 seasons and in one of those games we got our brains beat in by LSU.
If that's "frequently in contention" then I'm Elvis Presley.
December 28th, 2013
6:08 pm
Discipline has been UGA's achillies heel. I remember when Coach Richt made Tony Gilbert cut his hair so it would not be seen out from under his helmet. This may seem like alittle thing, but guess what these little things lead to big things. Oh by the way Tony Gilbert was the last LB we had that would put his face mask on another players numbers. UGA's tackling is a joke. Wilson led with tackles because he ran people down or they ran into him, same with Jarvis Jones and Ogletree. We don't feel any holes anymore. I bet CJ Mosley of Alabama does! We need to get back to discipline. Make'm cut their hair, if it means more to them than being a Dawg, let them go to Jacksonville State or Alabama A&M. Like I said may seem like a little thing but if it was good enough for Tony Gilbert it is good enough for today's players.
December 28th, 2013
6:43 pm
Insanity…………You MUST be a Magna Cum Laude UGa grad if you think those are the GAME Uniforms….Those are Bowl SWAG and nothing more.
December 28th, 2013
6:45 pm
Bill, You continue to "Outkick" your coverage..
December 28th, 2013
6:50 pm
Tony Gilbert=Jim Donnan recruit.
Things that make you go hmmmm….
December 28th, 2013
7:39 pm
Bill, I enjoy your articles, but I must say that your critique of Coach Richt on the recent suspensions is way off base. First, the UGA release did not say violations of rules; they said violations of regulations. I knew and everyone I know knew this meant grades. Ease up and be more supportive.
December 28th, 2013
8:11 pm
I appreciate Bill's passion for the Dawgs, but he really needs to get real. There absolutely is a collective yawn from the fan base about this bowl game. The ticket sales say so. Also, I haven't talked to one Dawg fan all season that said they are happy with Richt. They all believe Grantham should go and that Richt needs to get it done or move on. I do believe Richt is of sound moral character and would never embarrass the program, but running a clean program and winning a national title are not mutually exclusive. Especially not when you operate in one of the top states in the country for producing talent. Richt just hasn't gotten it done and I don't think it even bothers him.
It should though, when you consider this job has made him a multi-millionaire.
December 28th, 2013
8:20 pm
I don't think any dawg fan expects a national championship every year. However I agree that CMR should of won at least one by now and I doubt his ability to bring home the big hardware. Seems like we lack a major component (or two) every year. I don't see the dawgs being a truly elite top 5 team anytime soon. Sad really…
December 28th, 2013
9:44 pm
Every team in every sport should expect to win championships. To be a champion you have to think like a champion. When they walk on the court, on the field, into a meeting or in a classroom they expect to win. If you don't think you have what it takes to be a champion then you're already defeated.
Muhammad Ali, Carl Lewis, John, McEnroe, Greg Louganis, Vince Lombardi, and Michael Jordan would never accept anything less than a championship. They understood that defeat is a possibility but they also believe that their best days are ahead of them, not behind them.
December 28th, 2013
10:15 pm
Vangorder to Notre dame as defensive coordinator.
December 28th, 2013
10:55 pm
Next thing we will here is Granthum going to NYJ! Say it aint so!
December 28th, 2013
10:56 pm
I hope he takes Richt with him.
December 28th, 2013
10:58 pm
Insider, UGA hasn't been a "real team" since 1980.
December 28th, 2013
11:13 pm
dawgfan: Me too but too many UGA fans love 8-4 seasons!
December 28th, 2013
11:15 pm
I'll take 8 yrs of crap seasons to get to Natl. Champ game! You bloggers?


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So the bottom line: Emulsions are specially formulated for use in baking and cooking where exposure to heat during the baking and cooking tends to flash-off flavors. The vegetable gums in the emulsion base helps to retain flavor. Lemon, orange, banana, vanilla, almond, and coconut are some common emulsions. They range in price between $3 and $4 for a 2 oz. bottle, depending on where you shop.
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How did thousands of Nazis, war criminals, and collaborators manage to flee Europe at the end of the Second World War, evading arrest and prosecution? Nazi hunter Simon Wiesenthal's 'Odessa' theory claimed that a vast secret organization coordinated their escape, with the aim of then constructing a Fourth Reich. But whilst Odessa appealed to novelists and film-makers, it is now acknowledged to be fictitious.
The truth is more complex, and more intriguing. Gerald Steinacher is the first person to uncover the full extent of the secret escape routes and hiding places 'ratlines' that smuggled Nazis out of Europe, through South Tyrol, across the Alps into Italy, and onward to Argentina and elsewhere. His ground-breaking research in the archives of the ICRC in Geneva brought to light the fact that the Red Cross supplied travel papers to war criminals – amongst them Adolf Eichmann and Josef Mengele.
In this video Steinacher talks more about his findings.
Gerald Steinacher is a Joseph A. Schumpeter Research Fellow at the Center for European Studies at Harvard University and Lecturer on Contemporary History at the University of Innsbruck, Austria. He is the author of Nazis on the Run: How Hitler's Henchmen Fled Justice. He has previously written this post for OUPblog.


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United Airlines announced plans to install slimmer seats in some of its planes next year. The move will allow the airline to squeeze in more passengers.
Company officials said dropping the seat size from 18 to 17 inches will allow them to fit six extra seats in coach.
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Captain Mike Yates during the Pertwee era of Doctor Who was played by Richard Franklin. Franklin made his last regular appearance as Yates in the Pertwee swansong Planet of the Spiders although he made a cameo in the twentieth anniversary The Five Doctors but he turned out to be a phantom and not the real Yates.
So Planet of the Spiders was the last time that the real Mike Yates was seen in the Doctor Who TV series.
Franklin in the 1990s decided to write what became of Yates after the events of Planet of the Spiders in a novel called The Killing Stone but it was unpublished. The Killing Stone however was adapted as an audiobook released by BBV in 2002 and read by Franklin.
The Killing Stone plays like a Doctor Who story only it mostly focuses on Mike and this came years before the Doctor-lite episodes in Doctor Who.
As well as Yates there are appearances substantial or fleetingly by the Brigadier, Benton, Sarah Jane and even the Master and the Fourth Doctor.
Franklin has written a very good story about Mike Yates that is ultimately about Yates' redemption due to the circumstances that he had left UNIT in Doctor Who.


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The loss comes on the heels of a 3-0 road defeat to Kimball High of Tracy on Sept. 5. The Tigers fought hard against the Kimball Jaguars but lost by set scores of 22-25, 10-25, 17-25.
"It is definitely an advantage that we have a competitive preseason schedule this year, but I don't think our performance reflects our ability," said Patterson coach Tarah High. "These athletes have a ton of potential, but come game time we aren't putting out the intensity that we should be bringing and we can't quite pull together our offense and defense."
High wouldn't say the Tigers (5-3 overall) are fine the way they are — their recent malaise has exposed some holes that will likely need patching before the Western Athletic Conference season begins. But a rough stretch doesn't mean the team needs dramatic improvement.
"Regardless of our preseason record, we really are striving to hold ourselves accountable as we work out the kinks in these areas," High said.
Senior Dayna Hansen led the Tigers on Monday evening against Amador as she recorded a team-high four kills to go with eight digs. Seniors Samantha Camacho and Tiana Barron each made eight digs, and classmate Mele Tupouata added eight blocks for Patterson.
Against Kimball, Tupouata and senior Kiara Job led the Tigers with four kills apiece. Sophomore Julia Sill added nine assists, Hansen tallied 10 digs and Barron had eight digs.
"If the girls bring their mental and physical game, I expect we will have a successful season," High said.
The Tigers will continue the preseason campaign Thursday, Sept. 12, as they travel to face Golden Valley High of Merced.
PHS wins Foundation Game
Patterson traveled to Gustine High on Sept. 3, for its California Interscholastic Federation Foundation Game.
It won't count as a regular-season game, but the gate fees support CIF's athletic scholarships.
Patterson won it in five sets, 25-19, 20-25, 15-25, 25-12, 15-13.
Tupouata paced the Tigers' offense with 12 kills. Sill had six aces, 21 assists and 21 digs, while junior Maria Cortez notched 28 digs for Patterson.
Junior varsity
The JV Tigers were swept by Amador (16-25, 22-25) on Monday in Sutter Creek.
Patterson also dropped its nonleague match Sept. 5 against host Kimball in two sets, 10-25, 18-25.
Patterson High's freshman volleyball team suffered a 2-0 defeat to host Amador on Monday (12-25, 16-25) before falling against Kimball 2-0 on the road on Sept. 5 (7-25, 20-25).
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Despite Sunday's windy and wet weather, the second annual Fasching celebration had much to offer.
"There were a few things that came up as we were setting up this year," Minden Main Street Director Pattie Odom said. "But despite everything, this festival was a success."
A carnival, which was scheduled to be set up Friday evening, was canceled after carnival owner, Randy Johnson, passed away.Subscribe to Read!


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Wounded Deputy Losing Disability Benefits
By Ben Hall
Investigative Reporter
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- He was hailed as a hero. Lawrence County Sheriff's Deputy Byron Shelton was shot twice while saving a woman's life, and nearly died in the line of duty.
But after struggling through 10 surgeries and two years of medical care, Lawrence County has told Deputy Shelton that his disability payments are ending.
"I did my part. Now it's time for the county to step up and do their part, and take care of the people that take care of the citizens of this county," Shelton told NewsChannel 5 Investigates.
He said that his home is near foreclosure, and his children have no health insurance.
Last month, the county sent him a letter saying he had exhausted his disability benefits.
"No job. No severance pay. No benefits from the county. After two years, they have cut me off," Shelton said.
Things seemed different two years ago.
He was honored by people across the state for his heroism.
Former Gov. Phil Bredesen recognized him, as did the state legislature and county leaders.
NewsChannel 5 Investigates obtained video that the public has never seen before from Deputy Shelton's patrol car on the day he was shot.
He responded to a domestic violence call and quickly went inside the home.
"It was sort of like the hand of God just took me when I entered that house. I could hear a lady pleading for her life," Shelton remembered.
He went into the bedroom and found a man with a gun to his wife's head.
The man suddenly turned the gun on Shelton.
"At that time, multiple rounds were exchanged between the two of us," Shelton remembers.
"I looked down, and I saw blood coming out of my stomach."
Shelton was hit in the stomach and side. The husband was also hit.
Remarkably, the woman was unhurt and ran outside safely.
Deputy Shelton made it to his car with two bullets in his body and radioed for help.
"I was calling dispatch, and even told dispatch, to get a helicopter because I knew I was hit," Shelton remembered emotionally.
He now suffers from hearing loss, post-traumatic stress and loss of mobility in one arm.
The county admits Shelton is not physically able to be a sheriff's deputy, but county officials say doctors have approved him for other, less strenuous jobs.
"I definitely support him," said Sheriff Jimmy Brown. "I think he was there doing the job he was paid to do."
Sheriff Brown claimed he had no idea that if doctors approved an injured employee for any type of job, including Wal-Mart greeter or envelope stuffer, that the employee no longer qualifies for long-term disability benefits.
NewsChannel 5 Investigates asked him, "You are the sheriff, and he is your employee. He is left high and dry. Who is responsible?"
Sheriff Brown responded, "I think all of us here at the county, myself, all of us."
The county sent us a statement acknowledging Shelton is a hero, but stated that its on-the-job injury policy provides benefits for two years and states the policy "must be applied equally to all county employees."
Shelton said that policy and his treatment send a message to other law enforcement officers, and it will make citizens less safe the next time there's a domestic violence call.
"Will that officer go into that residence or will he sit in that car and wait on back-up to get there?" Shelton asked.
Shelton said he would save the woman's life again given the chance.
But he wondered if the county has more to offer injured officers than kind words and plaques calling him a hero.
"That heroism is not going to get the bills paid," Shelton said.
Shelton has been working part time as a recruiter at a transportation company.
He said that job does not pay the bills.
The county points to the job as proof he can work somewhere else. The sheriff says there are no light duty jobs in his small department.
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Mr. Araton, who joined The Times as a sports reporter in 1991, was a Sports of the Times columnist from 1994-2009. He has covered 10 Olympics, Wimbledon, the French Open and the Davis Cup in Spain and Zimbabwe. He has also covered many N.B.A. finals, World Series, Super Bowls and men's and women's Final Fours in college basketball.
From August 2009 to May 2010, Mr. Araton served as a reporter for the features group at The Times, where he wrote for Sunday Real Estate, Styles, Home and Dining. He has also written for the Times Magazine, Book Review and Culture sections.
Before working at The Times, Mr. Araton was a general sports columnist, N.B.A. columnist and tennis writer, and a New York Knicks beat reporter at The New York Daily News starting in 1982. He reported for The New York Post from 1977 to 1982, covering the New York Knicks and working on the rewrite desk. From 1970 to 1977, Mr. Araton was a sports reporter, night sports editor, city side reporter, feature writer, copy boy and scholastic sports reporter at The Staten Island Advance.
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Mr. Araton is an adjunct professor of journalism studies at Montclair State University.
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Regardless of Defeats, Coughlin Won't Lose His Passion
Giants Coach Tom Coughlin has not only endured adversity but also become the paternalistic coaching face of New York.
September 21, 2014, Sunday
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The Other Side of a Derek Jeter Hustle Play
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Penn State Follows the Lead of Christian Hackenberg, Its Teenage Quarterback
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Andy Ram's final goodbye after a decade and a half of playing Davis Cup doubles for Israel was moved from Tel Aviv to Sunrise, Fla., after the Israeli-Palestinian conflict erupted.
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Fine Line Divides Inclusion and Exclusion in N.B.A.
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On My TV Screen
Published on Wednesday, February 1, 2012 - 11:19am
At the advice of a very good friend (whose opinion about movies I trust above all others), I recently sat down to watch Medicine for Melancholy— a 2008 film by breakout independent film director Barry Jenkins. I didn't know what to expect, though I could tell after a single glance at the DVD's cover that two young, edgy, attractive African-American co-stars would be situated at the story's core.
The cover shows Jo, portrayed by the beautiful Tracey Heggins, leaning into Micah (Wyatt Cenac) while the two embrace; the look on Jo's face is definitely one of bliss, or maybe pensiveness. The two stand out from among the sea of other faces that make up the background of the photo. Anyone who has ever talked about films with me knows that I'm a diehard fan of films whose story lines are along the same line as the 1997 hit Love Jones. In short, one look and I was sold.
Soon after the movie began, I found myself captivated by the director's emphasis on the characters' body language and the sweeping, breathtaking shots of the city of San Francisco. After just a few moments I was hooked; throughout the rest of the film, I gained an appreciation for both actors as well as the movie's many statements about gentrification and the state of contemporary San Francisco.
Many critics have remarked on the gaping silences that pervade the film and cause our two characters to spend many moments peering at one another from behind the facades that they try desperately to put up, but I must say that in my opinion, these only serve to make the film stronger. I'll also mention here that those artists who contributed to the film's soundtrack (performed by a variety of independent artists) really put forth a great body of work, and if you're anything like me, then you'll find yourself frantically searching Google in order to find out who created these timeless tracks.
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Last week we had some high school wrestlers in Utah who decided to go to the back of the bus on the way home from a meet, pleasure themselves and then walk up to the front of the bus wiping their man juice on younger teammates. This time we have some wrestlers from just down the road from the Michigan-based BadJocks Bunker who allegedly urinated on their teammates in the showers. Others were held down and sexually assaulted.
That really says "we're in this together" doesn't it? Anyway, the cops are now involved in this one as well, and likely the parents of these monsters will be pleading for mercy for them in court soon, possibly blaming the media (or video games) for their "harmless" actions.
Parents say some of the youngest members of the wrestling team have been urinated on in the showers and have been held down and sexually assaulted by upper classmen on the team. The head coach, Mike Humphrey, is on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation and it's reported some of the wrestlers have also been disciplined.
A mom of one of the wrestlers who reportedly fought off an attack told Action News she is disgusted and can't even imagine why the older boys would want to do that , it it's true.
SOURCE: Allegations of hazing at a Monroe High School have parents upset and school officials investigating
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Mötley Crüe guitarist Mick Mars was knocked over by a fan on stage during the band's concert in Canada. As the group was performing "Primal Scream" Saturday night in Saskatchewan, a fan rushed the stage, bumped into Mars and grabbed Vince Neil before being tackled by security. Drummer Tommy Lee shouted expletives as the man was being dragged off the stage. Neil then told the audience, "We might be back," before the band left the stage. They later returned to close out the set. Mars, who suffers from a painful medical condition called ankylosing spondylitis, turned 62 years old Saturday. Mars Tweeted after the show: "Thank all of you for your concerns about me being knocked down last night I'm alright nothing broken. My body guard Rhyno got 2 busted ribs." More and more and more and more and more and more and more and more and more and more
Last Friday was METALLICA night at AT&T Park in San Francisco. Prior to the Giants vs Dodgers game, James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett performed 'Star Spangled Banner' and drummer Lars Ulrich threw out the ceremonial first pitch. The band would love to make this an annual thing, and appreciated the Giants' invite, according to Hetfield: ''Extremely grateful. I think the GRATEFUL DEAD have their day. 'And we have a pretty loyal following ourselves. So I think we might be in the territory of the Dead as well. We're very grateful to be a part of this. Hopefully it can continue and we'll do it as long as we can.'' And bassist Robert Trujillo said: ''I think we could be starting something here. Maybe this transitions into other bands uniting with their local team and representing and bringing that kind of excitement into the sport.'' More and more and more and more and more and more and more and more
In honor of the event, San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito came by Metallica HQ to jam with the band.
Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant claims a delusional, love-struck, female fan is
harassing him, so he got a temporary restraining order to keep her away. Robert
claims Alysson Billings has been harassing him for three years because she
believes they're in a relationship even though he's never met her. Plant claims
the woman leaves hotel keys for him, sends flowers, random packages and
constantly shows up to his concerts all over the world. Also, Robert says ever
since he started dating his new girlfriend, Patty Griffin, the woman's
obsession have taken a darker turn and she has been sending him threatening
messages. Plant has also hired a security assessment team and they agree he is
in danger. More and more and more and more
canceled a show this week in Indonesia over security issues. The announcement
came a day after news about a bomb plot at the US embassy in Myanmar . Aerosmith was
scheduled to perform this coming Saturday to a sold-out crowd in the capital of
Jakarta. Aerosmith didn't confirm if the cancellation was directly related to
the terror plot or if there was some other threat. The band also apologized to
fans. More and more and more and more
Meanwhile Aerosmith is joining Boston bands New Kids on the Block, James Taylor and country singer Jason Aldean to headline a concert to benefit the victims of last month's Boston Marathon bombing. The concert will take place May 30th at the city's TD Garden arena. Other artists set for "Boston Strong: An Evening of Support and Celebration" include Jimmy Buffett and Carole King, the band Boston and the J. Geils Band. The show is also aimed at showing support for the people of Boston after the bombing that killed three people and injured 264. All proceeds from the concert will go to The One Fund, which was set up by Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick and Boston Mayor Thomas Menino. Tickets range from $35 to $285 and go on sale today. More and more and more
Westboro Baptist Church has announced plans to picket the funeral of SLAYER
guitarist Jeff Hanneman, claiming that it will sing its "parody" of
OZZY OSBOURNE's "Crazy Train" "at full voice" at the event. More
The NHL's Los Angeles Kings, which is currently in the first round of the playoffs, paid tribute to SLAYER guitarist Jeff Hanneman on Saturday by playing the song "Spirit In Black" from the band's "Seasons In The Abyss" album as the warmup music for their game. Hanneman, who died last Thursday at the age of 49, was a hockey fan. More
More tributes also came in from across the metal world over the weekend. Here and here and here and here and here and here and here and here and here
This past Friday, The Rolling Stones kicking off their "50 and Counting" tour at Los Angeles's Staples Center and they were joined onstage and in the audience by some famous fans. More
The crowd was sold out, but reportedly that was only after websites slashed ticket prices and the band released cheap seats at the last minute. It turns out the band is slashing the ticket price of thousands of premium seats to avoid playing to half empty arenas. A source told The London Observer: "Total disaster, too expensive and no vibe." No comment from the Stones or their management. More and more
Former GUNS N' ROSES drummer Steven Adler recently checked into an undisclosed rehab center, forcing his band ADLER to postpone its summer tour. Commented Steven: "I picked up a bottle and drank. This occurred a few times and that is a few times too many. I knew that this had to permanently stop. That is the moment I picked up the phone, before it got out of hand, to get help. I had kicked hard drugs several years ago and now it is time to get rid of the urges of drinking alcohol. I am at a great facility and will stay here until I am comfortable to be home to work the program on my own. I love you all for understanding, being patient and supporting my decision. Like my peers, I will beat this too, so I can return to music and beat my drums!" More and more
"All Lips Go Blue", the new video from HIM, was posted online over the weekend. The band also bowed out of their North American trek due to illness, as frontman Ville Valo has been ordered to rest. They had been scheduled to start the North American trek Friday night in Los Angeles, but the group has issued a statement: "HIM's North American tour (which was due to kick off in Los Angeles on May 3rd at the House Of Blues) has been cancelled due to unforeseen medical circumstances. HIM's lead vocalist Ville Valo has been diagnosed with severe asthma with presumptive pneumonia. Tickets for all dates will be refunded at the point of purchase. HIM will be back later this summer as part of the Rock Allegiance tour." More and more and more and more
There was extensive coverage of and video from Thursdays Revolver Golden Gods awards over the weekend as well. Here and here and here and here and here and here and here and here and here and here and here
Supposedly, it was a contractual dispute that supposedly kept Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward from joining the band for their current reunion tour and album, but Ozzy Osbourne says there is another side to the story. Here and here and here
HALESTORM frontwoman Lzzy Hale joined DEVICE — the new band fronted by DISTURBED singer David Draiman — on stage on May 4 at Carolina Rebellion festival More
Sepultura have just revealed that they are about to enter the studio once again, vocalist Derrick Green announced the band's intent to release a new full-length album before the end of 2013, most likely during October or November. More
Ultimate-Guitar.com recently caught up with VOLBEAT frontman Michael Poulsen Here
Garbage singer Shirley Manson seemed to praise, then slam Beyonce for recently banning photographers from her world tour. Here
According to The Courier, a bid to raise £50,000 to erect a bronze statue of legendary AC/DC singer Bon Scott in Kirriemuir, Scotland — his birthplace and home of his family in his early years — was launched this past weekend at the annual BonFest celebration. More and more
A new version of the HALESTORM song "Here's To Us" featuring guest appearances by a number of well-known hard rock and heavy metal musicians has surfaced online. Joining the band on the song are Slash, SHINEDOWN's Brent Smith, ALTER BRIDGE's Myles Kennedy, SIXX: A.M.'s James Michael, THEORY OF A DEADMAN's Tyler Connolly, DISTURBED and DEVICE's David Draiman and IN THIS MOMENT's Maria Brink.
A three-minute video clip of MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine talking about this year's edition of Gigantour has been posted online
Eddie Van Halen and LL Cool J talked about their new collaboration on last Fridays CNN's "Piers Morgan Live".