Comedian on Fox News show apologizes to Canada

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Date: Tue. Mar. 24 2009 10:25 PM ET

A comedian who appeared on a Fox News program that mocked Canada's military apologized to Canadians Tuesday and vowed he would never appear on the show again.

Doug Benson told CTV's Power Play that he was ignorant about the situation in Afghanistan and said considering the timing, the jokes he made about Canada were "completely out of line."

"I just want to say that I meant no disrespect to Canadians or to the Canadian military when I made those comments," Benson said from Los Angeles. "My comments were just meant to be silly and (were) absolutely misinformed -- I wasn't pretending to know what I was talking about, I'm not a political pundit."

"I'm sorry that I upset people, I'm a comedian, I want to make people laugh."

A group of pundits on Fox News' "Red Eye with Greg Gutfeld," each took turns trashing Canada and its military during an episode that aired on March 17, just before four Canadian soldiers were killed in Afghanistan.

The clip outraged Canadians, including Defence Minister Peter MacKay, who called the segment "disgusting" and "crass."

Jacqueline Girouard, whose husband, Chief Warrant Officer Robert Girouard, was killed by a suicide bomber in Afghanistan in November 2006, said there is no humour in what Canada has lost in the war.

"Every night I go to bed alone without a husband who I was married to for 27 years and was the father and hero to our three children," she said in an email to CTV.ca. "So again, there is nothing funny about this war. We live with this every day and hurtful comments do not help. It has been over two years since my husband was killed but feels like yesterday. Our soldiers' sacrifices should never ever be taken lightly."

Benson has already felt the impact of Canada's rage. He had a show in Edmonton cancelled after the owner of the comedy club received threats about Benson's performance.

Benson, who looked genuinely apologetic on Tuesday, said that he's been to Canada several times and he "truly loves it."

"I honestly said things, in retrospect, I completely regret . . . I can apologize, but people don't have to accept my apology . . . but certainly, I would love to come back to Canada someday," he said.

The controversial show

The host of the show, Greg Gutfeld, apologized on Monday saying, "I realize that my words may have been misunderstood. It was not my intent to disrespect the brave men, women and families of the Canadian military, and for that I apologize."

But the host also seemed to defend his program, adding "Red Eye is a satirical take on the news, in which all topics are addressed in a lighthearted, humorous and ridiculous manner."

On the show, Gutfeld mocked Lt.-Gen. Andrew Leslie, chief of land staff, who suggested in early March that the military may need a year-long break in operations due to personnel and equipment shortages.

"Once their Afghan mission winds down sometime in 2011, certain members of the Canadian military are looking to take a much-deserved break. And by certain members I mean all of them," Gutfeld said.

"Meaning, the Canadian military wants to take a breather to do some yoga, paint landscapes, run on the beach in gorgeous white Capri pants."

In the four-minute segment, Gutfeld asked the other three members of his panel: "Isn't this the perfect time to invade this ridiculous country? They have no army!"

Benson replied: "I didn't even know they were in the war. I thought that's where you go when you don't want to fight. Go chill in Canada."

While the show aired a week ago, it came to light in Canada after the recent deaths of the four soldiers.

An outraged Canadian posted the clip from the show to YouTube with a comment that said, "Fox News belittles and mocks the Canadian military."

In an interview with CTV Newsnet Monday, MacKay demanded an apology.

"It's crass, it's insensitive, it's in fact disgusting given the timing where Canada is just receiving back four fallen heroes here at CFB Trenton," MacKay said.

Benson said on Tuesday that the segment was only based on one article they read and they never researched Canada's role in Kandahar.

"The host . . . all he says is stuff that is meant to incite people and every question he asks the panelists is just ridiculous," he said. "We just have to respond . . . as a comedian on the show I don't necessarily agree with everything that's going on around me on the show, and certainly am not planning on appearing on that show again."

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Ed C.
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Disgusted as I may be, it's Fox "News," people. What did you expect? Let's move on.

Angelo Piccone
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One thing Greg Gutfeld and his panellists don't comprehend is that we are fighting their war in Afghanistan. Remember, it was USA who invaded Afghanistan and Canada is involved in their war against terrorism. The panellists are only hurting themselves and their country by showing a lack of respect towards Canada hence portraying themselves as ignorant...way to go Fox!!

Diane Wiel
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In my opinion, the comments about doing yoga or wearing capri pants on the seashore weren't offensive, just mild humour. What WAS offensive was not knowing we're fighting ANOTHER one of their wars and wanting to invade our "ridiculous" country! I'm so bloody tired of the complete misinformation of Americans about Canada! Someone should teach them a thing or two:
-We're their #1 trade partner
-We provide them with the most oil
-Without our friendship, it would cost them trillions to guard our huge border with the US
-We've never been at war with anyone per se, and yet we've fought in them all (EXCEPT Iraq, because we're smart enough to know better)
-You can't buy travel kits online to pretend to be American, but loads of them buy Canadian kits (I've met endless "Canadians" overseas from Portland or New York)
-Not one of our banks have to be bailed out-not one (perhaps there's a lesson to be learned from us???).

We have many Americans here that fled the US because of the draft, not to mention the underground railroad that helped a lot of slaves escape a terrible life. Many more live and work here and respect our contribution to their native land as well as the rest of the world. I accept the apologies given today. Perhaps these gentlemen could also learn from the many INFORMED American comedians that have performed here and made fun of us and themselves with knowledgeable comments. I saw Bill Maher live 9 days ago in Edmonton and he remarked how informed he thought we were. He was amazing and funny and had clout because he knew what he was talking about. These guys should give it a try.

Linda L
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His apology at least sounds genuine, unlike Greg Gurfeld who posted on Twitter that he apoligized and that maybe Canadians could beat the Belgians

Jason from Midland, ON
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It's great to see Canadians stand up for ourselves and our heros in battle. In doing so we must also stand up for tolerance, that so much of the rest world is missing right now. They made a mistake in making fun of us and our military contribution and then they apologized for it. Apology accepted. Now lets talk about more important issues.

David #1
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Greg Gutfeld and Benson are hysterical comedians. The apology wasn't necessary. Grow the hell up BABIES! You embarrass Canada with your stupid childishness demanding apologies and threatening these guys.

Erin
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Yes....it is a "comedic" take on the news....but they went over the line....I don't need an apology, but the families of the dead soldiers do. I don't recall the US soldiers being mocked to that extent on any show. The timing was unreal. And I say this in all seriousness, but didn't the guy sitting next to the blonde appear to be intoxicated? Classy show.

Darryl in Calgary
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Chalk me as another one who was initially repulsed by the "humour" in the segment. I'd never heard of these guys and had no idea it was supposed to be Fox's answer to the Daily Show. And while I don't mind laughing at our country (we do a LOT of things that are stupid in hindsight), these guys crossed a line and deserve a little slap. Don't be mocking situations where people get killed, especially when they're doing what they think is right.

As for the apologies, I'll accept them. I wasn't impressed by the program but how many Americans would find Rick Mercer funny, watching those old clips he used to do, mocking them in their own country? We need to rein in the hypocrasy... and part of their ignorance is our fault for the way we do ignore parts of our history that aren't always the most "enlightened" or pacifistic. As a nation we don't talk about our contributions. Modesty is well and good but lets not treat our history like a dirty secret. Take responsibility (and credit) for what we do.

Josh in Ottawa
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Doug Benson is a good guy who really is not the type of comedian that makes jokes to hurt the feelings of individuals or organizations. Give him another chance.

david jackowski
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I stopped watching FOX long ago, but I will now boycott their advertisers for helping them propagate this garbage. The list is easily available on the web. So long Dawn dishsoap!

Kevin
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Does anyone still watch FOX?
p.s. The spelling of some of these posts is gross! Seriously, proof-read before you post:)

Ben Scholten
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Ben, FSJ British Columbia

Aw man, he loses his job on the show??! That was unnececary. Jeez, we know you're an ignorant shmuck uneducated on the situation, paid to make jokes on steriotypes. Poor Guy. No need to fire him.

Andrew
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Althought the timing of the comments was unfortunate, it is very Canadian of us to see red and demand apologies from everyone involved despite the fact that the comments were made in a satirical show rather than in a news segment. It makes us look a little silly, really. The Yanks involved in the show were making off hand and admittedly stupid comments. But it may behoove us as Canadians to remember that it must seem a little odd to the Americans that our military resources are reportedly so depleted by our Afghan efforts. An American may even think it odd that every casaulty of war makes headlines in every national newspaper and news show.

Rob
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What about the other 3 idiots???? Someone really ought to inform them about the issues before they let them flap their mouth's off. I've cancelled my FOX subscription.

merrill
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fox will never air in my home again. i thought what they did was rude and irrogant. they claim they didnt know canadas role there well if you dont know keep your mouth shut and i think they only apolozised because of the backlash and all of them should be fired, after all it was the united states who started this mess in the first place . you would never hear us making fun of thier military especially when young men and woman are giving thier lives daily. ingorance is no excuse advertising it is

Matt
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Indeed it is true that we as Canadians love watching the Daily Show, and to be honest talking to Americans is one of my favourite bits. But this is Crossing the line. Imaging the criticism Jon Stewart would have faced had he started cracking jokes about 9/11

MNB
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Canadians over-reacted on this one. Red-Eye is a marginal show, aired at 3:00am. It is underground style comedy.

We, in Canada, have equivalent shows that make a moquery of current events ( Air Farce, Rick Mercer report, ... ) which are just as bad as Red-Eye, but are aired prime-time.

Relax Canada.

ps: I hope Canadians reacted this way uniquelly on the basis of the bad timing that this whole event occured ...

Karin
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Greg - Your comments were pathetic and tasteless. And calling us a pathetic little country just reflects on your own representation of the Ugly American. Thank God all Americans are not like you. But don't ask yourself why countries around the world hate America (and I am not one of them) Shame on you.

Steve H - Vancouver
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This appears to be a sincere apology, that being the case I am prepared to accept it.

However, FOX News needs to offer a corporate apology and impose sanctions on Gutfield the host. The Gutfield apology was weak at best.

Another person who should apologize is Monica Crawley. She is not comedian, she is a conservative political commentator who holds a Phd. in International Affairs. Her comments were absurd and her appearance on this two bit show really diminished her credibilty

Joe Canada
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Although it was blown out of proportion, Americans need to realize that the world does not revolve around them. Americans should be downright greatful that their neighbour to the north is friendly towards them and not firing rockets over the border at them as in some other countries. This comedian apologized, I accept it and I'm moving on lol

Ron
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I'll make sure I never watch another Fox program

Jeremey
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just to clarify, let's be angry that our Gov has sent our troops over to participate in an illegal war, lets not get angry at the troops.

My apologies for poor punctuation.

Joe
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The Americans are still waiting for an apology from Heather Mallick.

Afghan vet in Kingston, ON
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The very Freedoms we as a military and Country fight for, allow people to say things like this.
Did it sting a bit? Yes.
Did it come at a particularly bad time? Yes.
But let�s move on, we know our military is the best at what we do!
I am thankful every day, that we live in a free democratic society, built on the sacrifices of those who paid the supreme price before us, which allows people to say anything they want (Even though we may be hurt by it or not agree with it).

Carolyne A.
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What intellectualy challenged people at Fox..Ignorance is not an excuse..And I know they weren't about being comedians. They were being bigots and racists ...

Liz
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The host of Red Eye didn't actually apologize!

He said "I realize that my words may have been misunderstood. It was not my intent to disrespect the brave men, women and families of the Canadian military, and for that I apologize."

He basicly said I'm sorry you didn't find it funny. He didn't apologize for what he and his panel said! He didn't intend to disrespect our troops, but how else can you take what he said?!

Brock R.
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You people complaining need to get a life.

Doug Benson is a comedian... a hilarious pot comedian... he makes silly jokes. Get a sense of humour, folks. They had no idea what was going on at the time and were doing Canuck jokes the same way we make fun of our neighbors to the South (Guns and Nascar... yee ha!) This is satire... remember satire?

Why aren't you so enraged with Rick Mercer's relentless mocking of yankees in Talking to Americans.

Get a life. Loosen up. Don't take it so personally. All you are doing by getting worked up by something like this is showing how ridiculous we Canadians can all be.

Andrew
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I as a Canadian accept your apology, it seems sincere,

We all need to take a step back here, Ignorance should not breed more ignorance,

anyways,,, apology accepted at my end from Benson.

Dianne in Petawawa
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This moron should be dumped in the middle of Afghanistan with no helmet, no flak vest and no compass and see how funny he is then.. It's disgusting and his 'apology' is only words because of the heat. Saying his words might have been misunderstood is crap. He is not accepting responsibility for what he's done.

mislaww003
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Why are we always out to censor comments about the military?

And there's nothing wrong with capri pants. Especially gorgeous white ones.

Andrew Winferd
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Look, for those people who are saying to just "let this go", there's a fine line between making fun of politicians as to military soldiers who risk their lives every day in other countries.

Katie Grosson Richmond, BC
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The comments these people made were abosolutely horrific and ignorant. These arrogant jerks need to be taken off air! How dare they insult our troops, meanwhile 4 bodies are being revieved and many Canadians are greiving for these heros.

EX=CPL DND Montreal
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too late Benson you were going to be missing body parts 2 and they were goimg to be come book ends. if you showed up.
you did the right thing better hid in the u,s,a, or better yet Join the forces in the sand box.. see what they think of you ( the target)
the general manager is a jerk, for letting this air, most canadians are removing FOX form there system some how..
the best way to appease use Canadians is to go to the sand box and se if you can make them ( brothers in arms) laugh while they are carring a wounded soldier back..

at the going down of the sun we will remember them..

pro patria

just a thought
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I just wonder if it was not the Americans, but some other country's late night comedian who had said the same thing,what the reaction would have been.
I'm not commenting on anything other than the fact that a large portion of the emotion looks much like this country venting against the Americans.

sorry that is what it looks like

Jeremey
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We have troops fighting for our freedom, the freedom to restrict the right of free speach.

Grow up Canada, it was one man's opinion/joke.

The question I would ask is "why are people so sensitive about this?"

In a free society is lampooning the military off limits? NO.

This should never have been an issue in the first place. How about we get infuriated at our troops being in an illegal war to begin with?

Garett H
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First of all if they are comedians or one of them is, whatever, his jokes seem pretty and dry and really not that funny at all. But just maybe you need to have an ignorant view on life like an american to see that this garbage was completely rude. Only goes to show why even americans will put a canadian flag on there bag while back packing in another country. I have absolutely no intention in even seeing this country can't wait to fly over, to bad they wont let me piss out the window.

Joe
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Comediens need to know their limits and this guy hurt a lot of people with his crass and insensitive comments. If having fun at the expense of others is what comedy has become, I want no part of it.

Brent - Penticton, BC
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This guy, Greg Gutfield and his guest, Doug Benson, are so ignorant that they should be on a list that stops them at the Canada/U.S. border and not be allowed entry.

As so called comedians, maybe they won,t think this is so funny.

Kevin
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As a fan of Mr Benson I was disappointed to learn his lack of information on the canadian mission. I wrote to Mr Benson and I am relieved he decided to make a public apology. Mr Benson is said to be the #2 pot Comic in the United States. One would think if someone decided he needed to include Canada in his potumentary, that he might have decided to learn a few more things than its medicinal marijuana laws.

Dani
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I don't think Benson should be allowed to be doing shows in Canada for a long time. He obviously has very little regard for this country and its citizens. Show him there are consequences to his actions. We have more pride than that, don't we Canada?

chuck
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Not only are these fools ignorant about history and WHO was in it ie. WWII to enlighten them it was not John wayne who was the real hero!!!
It was the thousands of CANADIAN soldiers on land/ /air and sea .I ASK them...Why do so many american tourists in Europe etc.pay good dollars for ANY thing Canadian to put on them selves to mask their real idenity.
Unfortunatly ignorance knows no borders for these folk.On the plus side there are some educated citizens who know the reality of life in the western hemisphere.I have American friends who are great and truly care for their northern friends and vise versa.

Jon
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The reason we are made fun of and not other countries is because we usually don't say anything, we just stay quiet. Other countries speak up and their proud residents speak up and are heard.

LR
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Part of the problem is the US press, they only report what is going on in the back yard.It was the canadiens that took vimy ridge in ww1,in ww2 on d day went 11km inland way ahead of other forces.THe canadiens know how to fight but prefer not to.THe former liberal gov did not support the military, therefore the lack of equipment

Proud Canadian Girl
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I read on a comment here that people should become informed..I only hope they are NOW which would make this all worth it. I am so proud of our Armed Forces, their wonderful families who give all and more and I love my country and I do not like it when misinformed people mock either one. Let's hope they have opened their minds instead of opening their mouths for a change.

Glenn
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To Fox News' "Red Eye with Greg Gutfeld" and Doug Benson

We use words like honor, code, loyalty. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent defending something. You use them as a punchline. We have neither the time nor the inclination to explain ourselves to a man who rises and sleeps under the blanket of the very freedom we provide, then question the manner in which we provide it. We prefer you said thank you, and went on your way, Otherwise, we suggest you pick up a weapon, and stand to post. Either way, we don't give a damn what you think you are entitled to!

Fom a Few Good Men

Canadian and American

Pat A.
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Making light of the size of the Canadian Forces or it's oft-maligned equipment is fair game. Many of us have jokingly quipped about those things in private and public conversations; but maligning its members along with their service and sacrifice is a line NOBODY should cross. The faux apology by Greg Gutfeld should be shown for what it is -- an attempt at damage control and a weasel-y way of trying to extricate himself out of difficulty.

In as much as my blood boils at Doug Benson's sophomoric attempt at "humour", his apology was by leaps and bounds much more acceptable than Gutfeld's parsing. Indeed Doug Benson should come back to Canada; the perfect way to make amends for his transgression would be to perhaps entertain our troops and see first hand that Canada is much more than the uneducated stereotypes fostered by a misguided few in the United States.

Murray@Cobourg
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I think if these people are that ignorant about our Canadian forces then we as CANADIANS should not let these low lifes in to Canada...And if they ever do show up in Canada to do their so called comedy shows Canadians should demonstrate the facility where they are playing...As far as I am concerned they should be treated as terrorists!!!!!

Mitch of Alberta
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The thing that i find the most concerning is the huge amount of hypocrisy here. Everyone makes bad jokes. Obama mocked the special olympics on national tv, and he's not an idiot, he just felt the pressure of saying something witty. Everyone does. And as for everyone shouting about the ignorance of all Americans...yes, they are sometimes a self-centered chest-thumping country, but as a culture they are a lot like us. How many of you can name all 50 states? the comedians were out of touch with world affairs. whatever, many Canadians are too. And Benson had the balls to apologise to a nation, that's not easy. Believe me, my blood boiled when i watched this video, but we need to let it go.

Lynn
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I do think his apology is far more sincere that that of Gutfield's who followed up his with another silly remark.

Stan
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Just remember that comedy within America is taking a down turn. A country that can place an editorial of their president as an chimpanzee is not only ignorant to the rest of the world but their own situation.

John F. MacLean Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia
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Benson's apology seems sincere and he should certainly be welcome in Canada in the future. Maybe we can educate him while he's here.
Gutfeld on the other hand qualified his so called apology with reference to misunderstanding his comments.There's was no misunderstanding what I saw and heard.
He was crass,rude, mean spirited, completely uninformed and should be appropriately disciplined by his bosses.
A proper apology from Fox should include agreeing to run a program detailing for all Americans just how much our military has done in Afghanistan and other places, often shoulder to shoulder with their American counterparts. Perhaps it would be well also to remind Americans just who was in charge at NORAD on 911 and took the initiative to sent American and Canadian aircraft into the air in response to the attack on the Twin Towers (a Canadian Air Force general.

John F.

Blake
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I don't see what the big deal is. Doug did nothing wrong, he made a joke in response to the outrageous statements being said around him. Canada is a peaceful country, a lot of yanks have claimed that they would move to Canada if it meant averting a war and he was commenting on that american sentiment, not the strength or will of the Canadian Armed Forces.

ken Hoover
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Why isn't Murdoch calling for his head, after all, he is a member of the commonwealth, right? Seems like the host needs an education.

Mel R. Gatineau, Quebec
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rob, i do understand where you are coming from, I could see where some people would see the humour in this, however, you do not mock another person's country, it's just not done. It's offensive to Canadians, and most certainly to the families who have lost someone in the war. If we were to turn the tables around and belittle all of the American soldiers who have died, and tell the Americans even as joke that their culture was stupid, they would be on us so fast we wouldnt see it coming.

Cam H
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This joke of a man has the nerve to slam Canada, and apparently call the U.S the most powerful country in the Universe?? How about the U.S is the reason the world is in a Recession!!

Jason from Montreal
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To Rob - You can't compare the Daily Show and its satirical stance to this show's ignorant comments. Jon Stewart's uses facts and pokes fun at political figures or decisions made by the government or other officials. This show and its guests were completely ignorant of the situation in Afghanistan and Canada's role there. Given the global turmoil that mostly originated in the U.S., you would think there citizens would be a little more humble. If Greg Gutfeld wants to invade Canada, then let him come, but he'll be surprised at the response that he gets!

billg
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Did Heather Mallick ever come out an offer an apology for her over the top offensive views about then Vice Presidential candidate Palin? No? Didnt think so.
We Canadians are becoming quite the hypocrits. Good for him for the apology. Bad for us for the hypocracy.
Bill in Ottawa

John
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Hold the phone for a second. We Canadians don't hesitate to poke fun at situations we don't understand. We make jokes about Chinese sweat shops and the French military (who are also serving in Afghanistan) for example. This is more about ignorance than malice. The guy was ill informed, he apologized and that should be the end of it.

Dave from the Borderlands
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I'm sorry that Benson isn't going to be appearing in Edmonton. It would have been the perfect time for him to deliver his apology. The club owner could have used this event for publicity and also to raise money for the families of canadian aghan war dead. A surefire money raiser would have been to auction off lemon meringue pies to throw at him.

God knows he pissed off enough people that many would bid thousands just for the opportunity to cream him in the face with a pie. By submitting, he could have shown how sincere he was, while allowing people a non-violent, but nonetheless satisfying way of retribution.

John
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Benson paid us a compliment by suggesting this is where people should come to chill out - this is a good thing! Those of you who were offended really need to lighten up. They certainly knew how to press your buttons eh!? By the way, what the hell are we doing sending our kids over there anyway? If the Taliban really are a security threat, shouldn't we bring our boys back and send some missiles over there and do it properly? If that's too drastic then maybe we should just get out of dodge and forget about it. Maybe our military would be more effective helping immigration in preventing unworthy foreigners from entering Canada as refugees.

Ex Coelis
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I'm with CJ. If you want to make fun of our Troops, go there. Go and see how "funny" Afghanistan really is... See how truly funny the Taliban can be, see how funny full length Burqas are. Try to tell young school girls how funny it is to now be blinded for life because the Taliban threw acid thrown in her eyes. Hell! As a two tour vet, I'd sign up for a third tour just to be Doug Benson's tour guide. Ya up for it, Dougie? Nah. Didn't think so... And talk about the kettle calling the pot black; having been fielded for so long in Iraq, I'd say the American troops are probably in more need of a "run on the beach in Capri pants, yoga and painting landscapes" than our troops are. Tell you what, Doug; Thanks for the apology. Now, have a Coke and a smile and shut up....

Andrea
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Come on guys... do we really need to react this way. As Canadians, we have "This hour has 22 minutes" where they make fun of everyone, and (to my knowledge) no one makes a huge fuss out of that show. He's a comedian on a low rated show, no matter how ignorant the comments were, they were hoping to be humorous. Give it a rest and try not to be so melodramatic, I thought we were Canadians who can brave all elements and tough it out though the hardships, not a people who complain about what some guy, on a random show, which aired on a pathetic station has to say.

JDDuogall
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TV shows that display the kind of disparaging and, insulting remarks such as this show are the resposibility of the network and Fox should get down on their knees and beg all canadians for forgiveness.
Who the Hell do they think they are.

nan Stacey
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I too have had a son that has served in Afganistan and I was luckly enough to see him come , he though was not as lucky as he lost one of his highschool friends over there. I think alot about our sons and daughter in both of our countries and what they giving up. In no way ,, shape or form should any war be joked about by anybody ,, you may not have someone in your direct family serving overseas,, but at some point I am sure that you will talk to someone you know that has either lost someone or knows of someone whos has lost a loved one on our countries behalf,,, this is no joke.. I suggest you go back to your garage or bedroom ,,wherever it is that you think up this stupid stuff,, and think about what you could be doing serving your own country,, weather it be the US or Canada ,, as we are int this together,, you might want to educate yourself,, before making any more jokes on behalf of your fellow countrymen. Joke about your own family if you must put someone down,, or even yourself maybe,, but joking about war is in bad taste and makes you look very much un educated as an American

George R.
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Oh please. I am a proud canadian, very grateful for the sacrifices of our young men and women abroad, but I can't help feel ashamed by this witch hunt

To all those calling for heads to roll: Realize the irony of your argument. We are in Afghanistan to promote liberal democracy, a key tenant of which is freedom of expression. If you truly believe in freedom of expression, you will extend even to the stupid and ill-informed, like Messrs. Gutfeld and Benson.

Matt in Calgary
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I personally find Greg Gutfeld amusing. However, comedians have to exercise prudence when making satirical comments about a military (ours or anyones) when they are actively deployed. His comments were inappropriate (perhaps "disgusting" and "crass" is a little bit excessive) and an apology was due.

That being said, I suggest Canadians look up YouTube clips of comedian John Stewart and consider some of his mocking comments regarding the military (ours and theirs).

Dave Williams
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r. Gutfeld:

It has always been our understanding in Canada that most of the
people working for the Fox Network are misinformed but you have shown
that you and rest of the people in your RED-EYE show are also morons
considering your comments about Canadian Army. Just I like to jog
your memory that Canadians are fighting your war in Afghanistan since
Mr. Bush decided to pull the Americans out to fight for oil in Iraq.

Regards,

big guy from T.O
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how do you show your face after this? hahaha whose laughing now loser

Craig Colligan
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Who cares what people say, the bigger issue is that there is still soldiers in Iraq, and still people dying, we need to inform people not to join the military and fight other peoples wars. Both Countries are going to hell in a handbasket and they publish retarded stories like this to provoke Nationalism in people to help uphold the fact that it is okay to go to war. They are soldiers, and they died and that is sad. It is sad because they died for a reason that they thought was just, but in the grand scheme of things it isn't. They died because of our political leaders whims of getting a few million more barrels of oil that they can sell back to us and make profit from. Who gives a flying doughnut about some bonehead comedian making fun of our military. In all honesty it kind of is, I think we should really think about using the poor dead soldiers names to cannonize an idea that war is stupid so that they did not die in vain, not to be (literally) the but end of an uneducated slobs joke, and a supremely off topic, mundane news report. I don't get this at all, please help me understand if you can, did I miss something?

Jason
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Kay Doug were good,this Greg donkey just dosent know when to shut up,(RE:Belgins)as for the other 2 puppets,the goofy guy and the spun out blond,We host The Best Out Door Show On Earth

sammy mah
said
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On the otherside of the coin, Canada better be careful not to be-little them.
We've belittled our own governments.
Anyways, let's move on.

jid
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ive shared a border with the americans for my whole life and have relatives on the american side. and i cant believe the comments i heard on the show RED EYE, this just made me sick to my stomach watching and i know there isnt a canadian tv program out there that would demoralize or be so ignorant as this. fox news watch your step and remember we are not really that far away.

Mark
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Baloney! The only reason for this 'apology' is a thinly-veiled attempt by this 'comedian' to cover his fellow's ass. He's losing bookings in Edmonton due to the frosty reception of his 'humour'.

Good riddance to this guy. Let him rot south of the border where it's good sport to trivialize Canada.

Don from Ottawa
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How many outraged Canadians have laughed themselves silly at the exact same jokes done by Rick Mercer or Air Farce?

Hypocrites.

Lynn
said
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I have talked to Americans in the past who did not know that we were their allies in the fight on terror in Afghanistan, so this isn't that surprising. More sad than anything that they are so uninformed about what is actually going on.

Matthew Bushey
said
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Hey everyone who doesn't think that this is over the line look up the Westboro Baptist Church incidents. This guy is heading down the same road, but if we can organize against this man and educate him instead of getting him fire we can prevent someone worse from replacing them.

Prof. Pye Chartt
said
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THIN-SKINNED HYPOCRITES

Further to my previous post, I should add that it's entirely amusing that Canadians bash Americans at every turn and opportunity over every aspect of their southern neighbor's existence.

We love to dish it out...but can't take it. What an embarrassing bunch of little nibs we can be.

P.S. Support your military by demanding that your federal government adequately support it!

IntothewestCalgary
said
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They realized they weren't funny, and hence the apology.

I think it was a good effort live on CTV Newsnet for Benson to apologize.

Most Americans would care less, so for him to do it live via Canadian news is acknowledging his mistake.

Ken from Brantford Ontario
said
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This clown is getting more recognition and publicity from his pitiful comments then he deserves.
We should be showing our disgust by boycotting his show and his comedians.

GregT
said
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There is a fine line between satirical and stupid!!!

FOX-SUCKS
said
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What kind of apology is "I might have been Misunderstood"?
This is completely idiotic. He is saying that Canadians are idiots in not understanding him. The truth is Fox is an idiot for allowing this kind of crap. I haven't heard anything even close to an apology from Fox. In the end they are responsible for whomever makes any kind of comments on their network. No wonder it's the lowest rated network in the US. I don't ever want to see any of these "idiotic comedians" in Canada.

Mandy
said
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Since when is war a joke? I take great pride in my country and the things we have accomplished. It is one thing to throw out a typical 'stereotype' but to paint our soldiers as lazy pansies and inform americans that we are liable because now others can come and invade us??? Satirical news or no, it's still considered journalism. Part of that means you have to do your homework and know all of the facts. Something tells me that if Greg and his little crew had done that, they would have kept their snide comments to themselves...

Julie - Saskatoon
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I wish this story would have never come to light. For the last two days, every time I turn on the news I have to watch the clip from March 17. I didn't want to see it. It was done in bad taste. The fact that the media continues to show the clip probably only makes this pompASS jerk gloat all the more.

The reason the Daily Show and the Colbert Report are shown during Prime Time and this crap is shown at 3AM is just that: It's Crap! And while I think that Greg Gutfield is not a comedian at all, I feel sorry for Benson. I don't feel like he said anything deserving of the wrath he's incurred. He said that he didn't know Canada was at war with anyone. I imagine many American's know of our war efforts. He said he thought Canada was the place you went when you didn't want to fight. How is that an insult? I agree we have a great military, and I'm proud of our soldiers. It hurts me everytime I hear another has fallen, and I support their efforts completely. But is it so bad to be viewed as a "peaceful" country that doesn't force our residents into war? I don't think that being "peaceful" necessarily equates to being "pacifist", or even "wimpy" for that matter.

I think we should all practice being a little more Canadian, and be the bigger man. In the end, they're only words. Gutfield is a bully, not intelligent enough to use true satire. Maybe Rick Mercer could give him some lessons.

RichardMurray
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O.K... Benson has apologized and I believe he really meant what he said on "Power Play". as a matter of fact, I thought he was going to break down, at one point. I think he has learned a valuable lesson, in a very difficult and embarrassing way.
The host however, does not get off with the tacky note, sent out by either he or Fox News. Besides, there were five people doing that disgusting routine. Where are the others?

Jayme
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My bigger concern is how little most americans know about us.I have been in debates with some and one of the first things some say is you speak english.Other comments are such as do you live in a huts and are bears walking down the street.There are many things like these.This is what i find concerning.

Roxy : Obama & Harper set a Good Example
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Harper and Obama have shown they can be partners in humand rights and trying to bring world peace, Canadians and Americans need to follow that example.

Melanie Terrace,BC
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Come on people.He made a mistake.Now he's done the right thing.And I agree with those who also thought his words were sincere.At least a lot more sincere than the twit who spoke yesterday.
We're Canadians.We don't carry hard feelings,and we accept an honest apology gracefully.

Darlene in Halifax
said
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There is a line crossed when something meant as humour becomes hurtful to someone else. It is a measure of ignorance that some can't see that.

Despite being underfunded and underequipped, our troops are fighting someone else's war and trying to help. That the people we help find our efforts so insignificant that they can joke about our military being nonexistent is, quite simply, not funny.

Chris Gilbert
said
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I truly believe that the Americans need to review the history of Canada in battle. After all, it was Canadian and UK soldiers who broke the beachheads of Normandy in World War II allowing the Americans to land. I had very little respect for Americans and their arrogance before. I have even less now. Time to start considering telling the Americans where to go and pull our troops out of Afghanistan and anywhere else where the Americans have a "vested" interests.

James-Eh!
said
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This is Fox mentality. I was in the US when Cretien decided not to send us to Iraq. The coverage by Fox was disgusting.

Fortunately this type of attitude is only held by a small minority. Unfortunately, they are the proverbial squeaky wheel!
They don't deserve the coverage.

Yosef
said
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I regulrly watch Red Eye,and those on the show often make questionable comments. However, they would never make fun of Americn troops as they are sensative to the issue. I think they made a mistake and forget for a moment that we too are making sacrafices for the war and are indeed deserving of the same sensativity as Americn troops deserve. I think we have to cut them some slack thought, after all, it is a comdey program.

just another canadian
said
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I agree with "give it a rest". First it was way off side talking about our military espicially when canadians have troups fighting. Really really bad judgement . However when are the liberals going to say sorry for calling Americans bastards. How many Americans do the liberals insult everytime they get personal in attacking their president for political gain back in Canada.

No one
said
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This truly shows how ignorant the Americans are, despite they think they are not. I'm really disgusted by these comments. Do we ever make fun of men and women who are in Iraq and Afghanistan? I do not think so.

Whenever an American says I love Canada, it shows that person is not being genuine and sincere. It's more a sarcastic comment. Fox TV should be shut down.

Parker
said
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Even if Mr. Bensnn or any of the other panelists are sorry or not, one thing remains certain. There is no such thing as bad publicity. I bet the Red Eye show has increased its viewership manyfold through this. Fox uses this technique all the time with guys like Bill O'Reilly.

Lara
said
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I think I liked Mercer's comments on this the best: he basically said that this isn't even satire, and that bullying isn't a form of comedy.
I thought what was said was ignorant and totally out of line in light of the fact that Canada wouldn't even be over there fighting this war if it wasn't for the US.
Maybe we should get a thicker skin, but any time things have been said about the American military (think Dixie Chicks) there has been a HUGE uproar. This is the same thing. Many Canadians aren't happy about the fact that Canada is involved in anything but peace-keeping missions, but this just shows that we support the individuals who are over there fighting.
I was appalled at FOX news' coverage of the American election and the whole "Osama-Obama" thing, and they lost my subscription then. This situation just confirms that I made the right choice.

Alana
said
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No wonder the U.S.A. is in so much trouble. I am truly disgusted at these ignorant "men"

Pauline
said
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They can apologize all they want, but the truth is Americans don't know anything about us because they are not interested in anyone outside of their country. Lets face the facts THEY DON'T EVEN LIKE US.

Sher
said
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Stick to the real "funny" stuff! Americans should learn more about their neighbours instead of assuming things. Open your minds to the fact that there are intelligent and patriotic people that live outside the USA!

jake
said
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its funny he says hes a satire, the daily show is a satire, this arse of a show is nothing more then a painful stint at comedy

CJ
said
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He was big enough to apologize. We should be big enough to accept it.

Ken
said
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In light of Greg Gutfeld's remarks on his Twitter page, where he says "My apologies to the Canadian military, they probably could at least beat the Belgians" completely negates his "apology".

http://twitter.com/greggutfeld

Prof. Pye Chartt
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SCORE ONE FOR THE DRAMA QUEENS IN CANADA

"On the show, Gutfeld mocked Lt.-Gen. Andrew Leslie, chief of land staff, who suggested in early March that the military may need a year-long break in operations due to personnel and equipment shortages."
___________________

The show is a SATIRICAL take on the news, and the mocking was done by a COMEDIAN (albeit a lame one lacking taste).

Canadian pride shouldn't encompass the silly fact that our military has been neglected by liberal politicians in Ottawa to the point that a "year-long break" is required.

Our brave sacrificing men and women deserve better. People need to align their anger in the proper direction.

John
said
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They are the scum of the Earth. However, their IQ is obviously so low, that perhaps the only people who should be blamed are those who hired the idiots.FOX is a useless channel as it is. Why Canadian stations have it it all, is a puzzle.

Linda in Vancouver
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People can think whatever they want.But,I agree with Josh T.
Unlike Gutfeld,this man's apology sounded sincere.I think we should take the high road here,and accept it in a gracious way.My back is not strong enough to go through life carrying grudges.Anyway,I've opened my mouth an put both feet in it several times in the past,and my apologies for unintended offensive quips were accepted.I accept his words as sincere.
It will take some time for the sting to subside,but the proper thing to do is to accept his apology,and,if he does come back here,to welcome him as we would anyone else.Personally,I'm satisfied that I got my message out,that it was heard,and I am now ready to move on.My "venting" is done.

geebee
said
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Actually, humour has been pretty cruel for the last 20 years or so and is reflective of society as a whole.

Still, when it comes to matters outside the U.S. most Americans are lacking in geographic and cultural education.

Tammy
said
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I am Canadian and Proud of it, I didn't take offence to this. It was all in good fun. we all need a little laugh now and then. I am sure my fellow Canadians have laughed at far worse than this, at other peoples expense.
We all need comedians in out lives to keep us laughing.
Keep up the good work.

Scott Bowen B.C.
said
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Well now no one in Canada has any right to bash Americans. Thanks a lot people.

You took one of my favorite past times and crushed it.

In no way am I (Or any of you) allowed to say anything about any other country, or were all hypocrites. So please now think before you talk or this whole mess is going to blow up in our faces.

David
said
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Canadians are dieing in Afghanistan doing the American's dirty work and this is the thanks we get from those sob's. Suport our troop and bring them bsck home where they belong.

Kathy V
said
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You might need us someday other than to bail you people out with your financial crap you keep getting yourself into.....Think about that for a minute or two before you open your mouth again!!!!

Doug BC
said
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Well,you know what.I doubt thee was anyone more angry about this than I was.I know the show is meant to be a silly look at issues.But in the face of our men and women working so hard,and with so many dying,I clearly believe this crossed a very sensitive line.Perhaps it is partly related what this family has been feeling as more and more of our brave men and women are being killed and injured,but I swear I would have kicked these guys asses if I could have been there.And,of course if I was younger and bigger.
However,this man's words sounfd genuine to me.The families,and those closer to our military people will have to make up their own minds.But I sense he feels sorry for what went down,and I accept that as sincere.
He is one of many,many people in the USA who are not well informed about this country.And most of them are very nice people.I know that because I go there often,and I am often taken aback when someone in California jumps up in dismay upon realizing how much alike "we the people" really are.We just have to accept that Americans are interested in America.Period.
I appreciate that he cared enough to apologize,and hope we can be gracious if he does return to Canada in the future.
Honestly,he sounded more sincere than the dufus who suggested we just didn't understand.

Graeme
said
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I'm going to give him the benefit of the doubt here and assume it was nothing more than being ignorant to the sacrifices our military has made there and making what would otherwise be an acceptable joke about the 'stereotypical hippie Canada'. Making that joke while we're losing our young military members was terribly ignorant and stupid, but we all make mistakes. He did the right thing in apologizing, now time to move on.

James - Cdn Afghan vet
said
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FOX news needs to take responsibility for the product they are putting forth. I was happy to have fellow Afghanistan vets that I served with from Australia and the UK send me emails of outrage as well. Take note FOX News...your show's poor actions have been noticed and found lacking worldwide!!

PROUD CANADIAN
said
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Ok, I saw Greg;s apology on TV, I havent heard the one yet from Benson, but if it was anything that greg Gutfelt gave, give me a break. You honestly cll that an apology.? No wonder hes on at 0300 hrs on FOX, who would employ this guy anyways other than Fox. As for Benson, far as I am concerned, dont come back to Canada. Since he may not know we have 2 official languages, UP YOURS can also be found in French.

Patrick
said
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comments such as those from Justin..show the still visible racism by canadians towards our american neighbours...smarten up justin..leave your toronto attitude where it belongs..IN THE GUTTER..Act like a real Canadian for once!

zoltan28
said
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Now you might be able to figure out why Americans are the most reviled race of people on earth--funny how you can always find the Canadian flag lapel to put on your belongings so you are treated with respect when traveling abroad--after your comments do all us unheard of Canadians a favour--try made in America flag--how would you have felt if we posted a picture on the front pages of every Cdn newspaper with the words MISSION ACCOMPLISHED with george bush being kicked out of the white hse(small case for my own personal distaste for the most arrogant and useless people ever.

Todd - ON
said
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He works on FOX

That says it all

We need to be a little more thick skinned and just ignore this stuff.

Kathy Willis
said
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the line comes to mind ' think before you speak' or think before you put your big fat foot in your big fat mouth! Americans should take some time to find out about the people who are dying along side of their troops in THEIR war before they makes fools of themselves.

GregT
said
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The comment "I didn't even know they were in the war." proves that the American people express ignorance expertly. What will it take to show them that it is not all about them and thier army pushing Americans values around the world. It was the Canadian sector in Bosnia that was secured the fastest with minimal incidents, not the American. American soldier in Afghanistan in 2003 said to a canadian solier(a friend)working on the same operation that he was glad to be working with Canadians,stating "at least nobody will be shooting at us today

Mike from Etobicoke
said
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We spend billions of dollars and countless lives to fight Americas war and still get disrepected and belittled. Canada needs to go back to UN peacekeeping missions.

Bill Cowen
said
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I think Benson showed some class apologizing. He admitted he was ignorant to the situation. One thing to consider is the show is satire. Whether it was in good taste or not is up to the viewer.
One thing Canadians should also consider is how many times do our comedians and media personalities hack on Americans? We seem to have no problem laughing at anything Rick Mercer or anyone else does to ridicule the US and it's people. I'm sorry to see the guy lose a gig at a Canadian comedy club because of threats. I'd like to think Canadians are above that.

CJ Ginther - Calgary
said
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Perhaps the best apology from these people would be to travel to Afghanistan itself and apologize directly to the soldiers in the field. Perhaps they will learn more about the mission and get rid of some of that ignorance.

Grant Walsh
said
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Iam 15 and I sit here everyday to listen to the terriable stories of helpless men and women fighting for my freedom over seas. I tune in to hear about a heartless cowardly group of indaviduals whom deside it is a great ordeal to joke about our country and mock our culture, if we have such a poor way of living and are stupid why are we fighting a war that you have started and cannot carry on with out help? I agree it is fun to make jokes but its not funny when only one person is laughing and an entire country grives over the pain and hurt from the discusting out ragous acts of our sister country. Some say this was only certin indivials but if this is only 4 people and they have this much to say about Canada, where did they learn it, its no wonder why Americans have the lowest rates of respect in the world and its because of lack of useage of your simple brains. thank-you for taking the time to hear my comments Grant Walsh Elmsdale. Nova Scotia,

Josh T.
said
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Gutfeld should take note of how an apology is done. Benson is closer to the mark in making amends

annie, ontario
said
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I honestly can't see why anyone would care what this person says, and if he appologizes or not. I mean come on, he doesn't mean it and it doesn't effect us whether he does or doesn't.

Aren't we secure enough to just disrard this? My lord, if the french got offended everytime anyone made fun of their army's history, that whole country would be oaranoid.

Lighten up and let it go, I can't think of a bigger waste of time than this to be concerned about.

Tono
said
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I have a feeling that this incident will leave something that no apology can erase.

In a way, this issue with Gutfeld et al is actually quite good for Canada: it gives many people a wake-up call to realise that these are two different countries here. There has been so much value place on 'integration' and 'cooperation' and 'common goals'. Now we are going to again start valuing things like 'sovereignty', 'independence', 'uniqueness', 'solidarity'...

Kiefer
said
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Not enough. The show needs to be taken off the air. However, this is Fox News and chances are they're all laughing about it and will continue to mock anyone that's not American.

Kayan
said
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Im very glad that Benson will not perform in Edmonton. We must inform Amercia, that we can laugh a long with jokes about minor Canadian jokes , but we will NOT allow people to make fun of the brave men and women who fight for are country. This was a very ignorant act by Benson and the rest of the group in the segment.

Scott
said
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OK, I understand the anger of some people but consider this:

1. It is a low rated late night show. It was not the prime time news or the government making these comments.

2. We have for years treated our military as the forgotten, under funding them and calling them peace keepers. Is it any surprise that the rest of the world does not know about our recent contributions?

3. I did not hear any of the comments calling our military personnel cowards or wimps. They were joking about the stand-down comments to which I refer to comment 2 above.

4. For years, our media and public have taken shots at the American military, calling them everything from baby killers to aggressors. I do not recall any apology ever coming from our media to them.

Give It a Rest Already
said
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Now if we could only get Liberal MPs to apoligize to the American people for even half of the BS they insult them with.

I thought this entire issue was blown waaaaay out of proportion. Canadians , I thought, had a bit thicker skin than that. To yell and scream like this only served to give these idiots more exposure than what they deserved. We have a proud and capable military. I doubt if Canadians have to be so insecure. I have family in the military by the way!

Trenton, ON
said
0 0

Funny, FOX News appearing on FOX News Canada, cool!

H.Lewis
said
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I realize that 99.9% of Americans did sympathize with us Canadians and were almost as outraged as we were over the crass comments and behaviour of their fellow Americans. I do thank Mr. Benson for becoming informed and apologizing for his comments.

snow man
said
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and what did we all learn here...

rob
said
0 0

cudos to him he realized he made a mistake and apolgized as a soldier for 10 years i accept his apology and its time to move on

Dexter
said
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Funny how apologetic these idiots are when the outcome affects them. Personally, I don't care how ignorant people are, and you can be sure there are many here in Canada as well.
Education is the key, and you can't force people to learn.

BC Wet Coaster
said
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That's nice dude, either way my subscription is canceled. Fox now has one less viewer.

shelley morrison westville nova scotia
said
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i have a son in law in afghanistan as we speak and he has a wife and two little boys here waiting for him to return safe and everyday we hope and pray that not one more solider dies or gets injured over there and we dont care if they are canadian or not we just want them all home safe i just cant see anybody anywhere making jokes about this and thinking this is funny

rob
said
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I'm a bit embarassed Canadians were so pissed off by this.

We love shows like the Daily show that makes light of every situation. That is ok when it's Americans, or we're making fun of BUSH, but if someone makes a joke about the military doing yoga, it's offensive.

He didn't attack what we were doing, nor did it take away from the seriousness of the mission. It was light humour

relax people. He should not have apologized. People are too uptight, but love to throw stones.

S. Copeland
said
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I'm another Canadian that is disgusted by the ignorant, hurtful comments. Maybe these "comedians" and "panelists" should walk a mile in our soldiers' shoes or in the shoes of their grieving families. I teach my students that an apology only counts if you change the behaviour that required the apology.

Matt
said
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Well he is a very lame comedian. Fox news needs to hold Greg Gutfeld accountable and take proper action. If they like to refer to themselves as a news network they shouldn't put idiots on the air.

Justin
said
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Yes...and apparently we live in igloos and use dog sleds to get from point A to B...anyways....and the Yanks continue to display their ignorance to a world outside of their own

Diane M.
said
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These people actually think that they are funny? They really ARE delusional.

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