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Date: Mon. Mar. 23 2009 7:42 PM ET
The host of a Fox News program has apologized for a segment on the Canadian military that Defence Minister Peter MacKay called "disgusting" and "crass."
A group of pundits on "Red Eye with Greg Gutfeld," which airs weekdays at 3 a.m. on Fox News, each took turns trashing Canada and its military during an episode that aired on March 17.
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."
Gutfeld issued an apology Monday afternoon 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."
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!"
Panelist Doug Benson, a comedian, 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."
Benson was due to perform at an Edmonton comedy club in April, but that gig has been cancelled after threats were received about his performance.
MacKay expresses anger
In an interview with CTV Newsnet earlier on Monday, MacKay expressed his anger over the comments and 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.
On Friday, Master Cpl. Scott Vernelli, 28, Cpl. Tyler Crooks, 24, Trooper Jack Bouthillier, 20, and Trooper Corey Joseph Hayes, 22, were killed in two separate IED blasts that injured another five soldiers.
The deaths bring the total number of Canadian soldiers killed in Afghanistan to 116.
MacKay said the Canadian government will be demanding an apology from the panel and from Fox.
"There should be an apology -- to the families in particular, and to the Canadian Forces and to Canada generally -- given the sacrifice and the commitment that we've demonstrated in Afghanistan."
Earlier Monday, Conservative strategist Geoff Norquay said the comments on the show were insulting to Canadian soldiers and show that the host was ignorant of the fact that Canadian troops have been working hard in Afghanistan.
"What could anybody with common sense say about his kind of trash? It's ignorant, it's inappropriate, it's insulting," Norquay said during an interview on Canada AM. "It's insulting to the 116 Canadian troops who have given their lives and paid the supreme sacrifice while we've been in Afghanistan."
While the controversial comments were made nearly a week ago, they have only come to light in Canada in recent days.
An outraged Canadian posted the clip from the show to YouTube with a comment that says, "Fox News belittles and mocks the Canadian military." It goes on to say: "These are the people who keep Americans up to date and mis-informed."
Norquay said he hopes Canadians who subscribe to Fox News will cancel those subscriptions and that Canadian advertisers will cancel their business with the network.
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robert c
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Rich
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B.
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Dave
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Benny in YK
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Greg in the Hammer (the real one)
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Anyone who matters in America, and particularly the American military establishment, know the professionalism, committment and skill of our soldiers, sailors and airmen.
David in Saint John
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Considering the relative size of our military, they should see that we are more than pulling our own weight in Afghanistan.
As far as "taking a break" is concerned, this is absolutely necessary if we want to continue to contribute on a long-term basis. Besides, all parties in the federal government have committed to a withdrawal in 2011, so a "break" is the best we can do right now.
annie, ontario
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Fox is the only so called conservative minded network in the U.S.
I'd like to see our news networks do some fact finding of their own, instead of parroting what ever any of the U.S. networks say, and taking it as fact.
You won't find much truth on any of the U.S. news networks. They are so partisan for one side or the other, even the Americans have stopped watching them in droves.
Lighten up and just consider how luck you are not to have U.S. style news in Canada.
Mike Macdonald - Winnipeg
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Ian in N.B.
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JP in Ontario
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I have watched this clip, and I am outraged, physically ill even. The ignorance of this Gutfeld and his panel is astonishing. I have fired off my email, and I urge others to do the same, let this insensitive, ignorant fool know how offensive he is. redeye@foxnews.com is the address. Watch the clip first, you will not be able to stay silent after it.
Josh - Ottawa
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Nathan
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I have seen plenty of satire on US TV, at our expense, and most of it has been funny and tasteful. But the timing of this just wasn't good. I saw this before the media finally picked up on this segment. It was hard to watch.
Even for this Conservative, I don't like watching Fox News. But I doubt all the noise we make up here will just fall on deaf ears at that network.
Michael
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We have thicker skin than that. Let them think whatever they want. We know what we have achieved in Afghanistan.
Wasn't it the US that put the whole world into financial chaos due to corporate greed and lack of financial regulations.. as I said consider the source.
Edna, Rockwood
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James in Ottawa
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Pine like Trees
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These idiots need their jersey's pulled over their head and a solid shot to the teeth.
TD
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This Greg Gutfeld makes jokes from this seat on late night TV. Send him over there during our break and see how long it takes him to need one!!!
Ike
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G_Ayles
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Lost Cause
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By the appearance of the quotes in the article above, it would appear that what these Fox pundits want is for Canadians to be insulted and feel belittled for being known as a nation that values peace.
In a roundabout way I think we should be thanking Fox for spreading that rumour on such a massive scale - our own governments and war supporting citizens certainly haven't been doing a very good job of it in the last few years.
If we actually must rise to the bait and take a formidable swipe back, then why don't we really annoy the hell out of these right wing bozos and leave Afghanistan right now?
Denis
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ex-Canadian
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But if Canada is not getting credit for its very significant efforts in Afghanistan, whose fault is it really? Probably Canada's - it needs more of a PR push in the US on its efforts. US news outlets will naturally pursue stories like MP's jumping on effigies of the US President (remember Carolyn Parish)? or anti-US demonstrations in Toronto.
Pugfire
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Indeed wise advice.
These comments were made by obviously ignorant people who are desperate to say and/or do anything that will keep their names in the media. After all, just how highly held is this idiot when his "show" airs at 3 am? Hardly prime time, except for the redneck fringe.
All these dolts do is once again prove that there is a segment of the Americian population who have no concept of what exists outside their own borders. Sadly this also will be their downfall someday.
Chris, Irishtown NL
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Victoria
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Mary-Anne
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RPK ~ Kitchener
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I find these comments non offensive because they come from a person of low calibre.
We all know that comments like this are many and come from Canadians & Americans alike.
All it takes is no thought or thinking of what one says by engaging their tongue before their brain.
Canadians had lots to say in a very derogative way at President Bush ~ SO !
This is but another loose canon shooting off and thinks he is funny by his comments.
Fox Network in itself is not the tallest tree in the forest ~ Can we expect anything more from this media outlet ?
Both our Nations have their share of Nut Cases and this is one of the best.
God Bless Canada & the United States of America.
Jack R
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I know that not all Americans are like this, but, it's this kind of ignorant yahoo that makes me dislike the U.S. as a whole. And makes me empathize a bit with the people who call the U.S. enemy.
Dave Tiffin, Wingham, On
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not crying in Guelph
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Not funny when it's true?
Suck it up Canada, we poke fun at them.
Next story please!
Linda
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Al
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Josh
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GWALLIS
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Terry in Ottawa
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Roger
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They are pro war and pro Bush & his policies.
I only watch Fox news when there's any breaking news regarding any emergencies or criminal activity and for Fox news extra.
Other than that the remaining programs are mainly "pro republican" and " pro Bush" propaganda and seems much like a comedy show
Adrian from Montreal
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Prof. Pye Chartt
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"During the episode that aired on Mar. 17, 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."
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The army of a major (and key) Western nation, employed in an important foreign mission, needs to take a YEAR off?!
That is, indeed, ridiculous.
Fox News hasn't insulted our military, our federal government and unsupportive liberal/socialist politicians in Ottawa have!
We should be embarrassed and ashamed that we've permitted our Canadian military machine to be neglected to the point that we have to pull out of a mission.
Our brave and sacrificing men and women in uniform deserve so much better. Being forced to take a step backwards, after such hard-fought progress (which includes many lost lives), is insulting.
END NOTE: The dramatic effect of mentioning our recently-killed in the article, CTV, doesn't deflect the underlying truth here.
Brent Usselman
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Brent
Stephanie in Toronto
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Katie Miller
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They have no idea what is really going on in the world. Just what they make up and tell each other.
Matt
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Jen Baranowski
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Christian, NL
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Bryan
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Matthew
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Canadian military spending in terms of troop levels and equipment is known to be deficient. Our government should be building a military force capable of meeting and maintaining our strategic interests.
However, can't help but note that the USA was two years late getting to WWII and has made the right call on every major conflict since. Maybe Americans should follow our lead?
Roger T
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Geoff Norquay is just an old man with nothing else on his agenda. Let them speak their minds, FREEDOM OF SPEECH!
The other Lowell in BC
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Mark
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Actually, and quite sadly it was a Canadian Nichola Goddard who was tragically killed in 2006.
No surprise from the Americans that they would continually disrespect Canada.
Mind you, wasn't it Carolyn Parish who stomped on a likeness of their President, continual anti-Americanism from the Liberal Canadian government for YEARS??
Maybe this country might give some thought to the message we send.
W. Pilon
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Military Wife-Supporter-Promoter: Rose
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Ignorance is one thing, what Greg Gutfeld has said and what his panelists have undignified us with... we’ll thems fightin` words!
We are a strong force to contend with. Our death rates have been low in this conflict compared to those suffered by our American Soldier counterparts, but that’s because we have a better military force. We really do.
What were these men and women doing before we entered this Afghanistan Conflict, you may ask? Training, Learning, Bettering our lines of Defence and Intelligence.
We may be polite, but we are a force to recon with. We are not a ridiculous country, we are proud and free of ignorance and intolerance. I would challenge each of these fools to come here and spend one week, no, one day with a member of our Canadian Forces and then see what they have to say for themselves.
Be Proud, Canada! Support our troops and the family network that is the Canadian Forces and know that they do the same every day with every breath.
Chat Rana
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Colin R in Ottawa
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If this had been aimed at the American military, there would be calls for blood and heads rolling. I'm glad to see the Conservatives are lashing back.
He's the O'Rielly wannabe!
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This and other twisted "facts" that Fox pulls from some magical orifice and passes for news accounts for some of the problems the US has today.
3 am is just the slot for this Bill O'Rielly wannabe. He's free to spew whatever he wants. I'm not watching.
LTC Craig R. Maefs
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LTC Craig Maefs USAR Retired
Vahan
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Renee
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Hugh
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hollinm
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CDF in Calgary
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This waste of skin is A) on Fox, and B) at 3am. Really nothing more needs to be said.
Russell Etienne
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Russell, Kingston, Ontario
Curtis - Nova Scotia
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Kevin Szakacs
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This is just another clear example of how far the American people have their head up their own (you know what).
The other thing that is clearly funny is their own President is backtracking their aggresive attitude towards the rest of the world and realizes the arrogance and flexing of their power must stop.
Shannon,Vancouver
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Proud Army Wife, CFB Petawawa
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Goldens
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John Wilson
Bridgetown NS
Stephanie - 100% Canadian
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He should lose his job for this at the very least! What an insult to our troops, and to the poor soldiers who have lost thier lives in this awful war...I wonder if anyone he loves is over there, or worse has died...
Joyce
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M. Cameron
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Sound advice.
Disgusted in Trenton
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Ross E Brown
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The tragic nature of these remarks comes as their country enhances the US fighting forces while the much smaller Canadian contingent continues on being decreased in size by attrition ( Death of valiant soldiers)
God bless our Canadian Soldiers and try and keep them out of Harm's Way
Jason
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Chris in Ontariariari-Oh!
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Sharon T
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Rick in SK
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Matt
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Candian soldiers are well regarded within the military community.
People understand that the CF is overextended in Afghanistan, and the solution the CF sees is to take a break when the opportunity presents itself.
The US is also overextended, unfortunately they don't have the opportunity for a break, so they're resorting to mercenaries and dirty recruiting/retention tricks to keep their strength up.
Rock
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Kevin
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Al Maloney
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Those gutless wonders on Red Eye with Greg Gutfeld should spend 30 minutes with the Canadians in Afghanistan, then do a documentary.
Read my son's older book
Sean M. Maloney "Enduring the Freedom- A Rogue Historian in Afghanistan" Potomac Books 2005
I will not watch Fox TV ever again unless there is a significant documentary on the Canadians in Afghanistan.
Please notify me when it is to be aired so I can watch it.
I have sent this msg to my Representative in the House, my two Senators, and the White House
No wonder there is a negative attitude towards Americans in Canada!
I request that the President and senior military personnel address this publicly.
Andrew
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Colonel,
Your statement speaks volumes and says more than any hack at the FOX network ever could. Thank you.
FOX should be spelled with a 'U'.
Jake former resident of Ontario
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Canadians are quite foolish in their lack of understanding of peace and their failure to invest in a formidable military force.
Fortunately, Canadians have the most advantageous and friendly neighbour that any nation can hope for: the United States!
Time to ignore these media nobodies
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Barry In Ottawa
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... Thank you very much for your comments Sir....they may be appreciated more then you know...
not crying in Guelph
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Hats off to LTC Craig R. Maefs
why let the few spoil the relationship of the multitude
this is the reaction they are hoping for, it ups their ratings
shock tv
p.s. God's speed to your son Edna
Laughing in the USA
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Gail (Hamilton)
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FOXNews is the most watched in the US and from my perspective, it's well balanced. I think that those who don't like it, can't stand the fact that both sides of the political spectrum get to speak.
tim
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Cathy from Laval
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Mary in Calgary
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Someone better be fired for this.
NL
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D.
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Chris H
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KmmyB
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So who really cares? Greg Gutfeld, what credentials does this guy have that would allow him to host a news program? "Panelist Doug Benson, a comedian" - what is a comedian doing as a panelist on a news show? I suspect that given the choice of watching these 2 idiots or paid programming at 3:00am - most people watched the paid programming. For Fox to air this at 3:00am tells me that even they don't have much faith in this guy and his opinions.
Donna Currie
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Donna Currie
Nova Scotia
Shawn
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Cancel Fox news because of a few right winged-nuts!! I don't think so. I like FOX news, it is a balance to all the left wing, tree-hugging media conglomerates out there.
How long would you watch CBC or even CTV if you turned it off every time a canadian insulted an american.
The comment showed how ignorant Greg Gutfield and his friends are. I am sure though there are as many ignorant people in Canada/captia as there is in the USA
SK Freedom Lover
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Peter J. Trinkler, C.D
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World War One 1914-18: Canada as one of the Armies of The British Empire in for the duration.
USA enters in 1917 for 1 year only.
World War Two 1939-1945:
Canada as one of the Armies of The British Commonwealth in for the duration.
USA enters only after Pearl Harbour 1941
Korean War 1950-1953:
Canada as one of the Armies of The United Nations in for the duration.
USA in for the duration.
Peacetime: Canada maintains a full army brigade (in which I served) and air division in Europe until Trudeau killed it.
Having been a regualar serving Canadian Soldier 1959-1986 and having met many of our allies I can assure you that we are HIGHLY respected the world over.
No fears!
Tori
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However, it is our own fault. As Canadian citizens we allowed the former governments to slash the military in half. We did not want military spending. We seen it as a waste of our money.
Canada hs 65,000 reg force troops and 24,000 reserve forces. Our reserve forces volunteer and cannot be forced to go into theatre. There are 6 million Canadians age appropriate that could be in the military.
The USA has 1.4 million regular force and 1.4 million reservists. with another 59 million age appropriate to join the military.
The Canadian Defence budget is 19.5 billion. The USA budget 583 billion.
The Canadian military allows members to serve until 60, the USA until 49.
The fault lies within the Canadian public. Scream and holler at your MP, tell them to get our military some new equipment.
Tell the government to reopen the bases they closed so that there is room for more military personnel.
Hell turn the GM plant that is going to close into a plant to build new vehicles, tanks, heavy trucks. Open the Windsor textile plant to make new uniforms. Open another to make boots and shoes. Have Bombardier build us planes and helicopters. The list goes on and on.
It is not just the men and women who need a break it is our economy.
Being at war costs a lot of money and we are a small nation in number compaired to the USA. We cannot afford to sustain the cost of the Afghan mission and still replenish the equipment required by the military.
Ignorance is no excuse but remember these are the same people who think we live in igloos and eat seal meat for dinner.
Denis
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J. Dale
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I personally don’t agree with our soldiers still fighting a fight that obviously has no award winning out come. The afgan people do not wish to have help and therefore, I feel we are wasting lives from any Country that has pulled together to try to help the citizens of Afghanistan. That being said OUR men are there to help saves lives not to be insulted by our own Canadian citizens broadcasting on TV.
You should be ashamed, all of you involved in this news broadcast and apologize on air, first to the soldiers and then to all Canadians.
Bear04
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Either way, he accomplised what he set out to do. He created controversy.
Al
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aimed at shock value. It is not meant to be taken seriously.
We need thicker skin as Americans don't cry everytime
Rick Mercer or 22 minutes makes a joke about them.
Rod
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Graham B
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We should NOT - 1. Send e-mails, make phone calls or any form of protest whatsoever to Fox News. Why? Because it will only encourage them to do more of the same. All that is aimed at by those who have made these comments is to stir up controversy and generate ratings and profits. Among the garbage peddlers that are US network TV, Fox is among the worst and unfortunately one of the most profitable because of shows like Redeye and personalities like Gutfeld. If you want to really hurt them, cancel your subscription and ignore them. 2. Spend one thin dime in the USA this summer! If they dislike us so much, fine; we'll just stay home!
Gord from Guelph
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Tono
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However, his comments were without doubt very ignorant.
Should Canada really be in NATO, or NORAD, or NAFTA, if this is how we are spoken of?
God Bless Canada and the United Empire!!!
Tom Fitzpatrick
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CR - Edmonton
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I suppose the only semi- intelligent thing about Fox is to keep these folks at a 3 a.m. time slot.
jay
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Jim
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Proud Canadian
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Jeanette MacIsaac
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Richard
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I would just ignore him, that's the best for goofballs like this. Have a great day Canada.
Doug
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If this were a left-wing news outlet that made these comments they would have jumped all over them.
Alan - Toronto
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Years ago I attended university in the U.S. I am PRO US! I am not pro you.
You were likely unaware that your comments emerged the same week as 8 Canadian soldiers gave their lives to bring peace to hurting people. These people were actually doing something meaningful and life changing, not merely quipping about whatever popped into their caffeinated minds.
I have numerous American friends, most of whom are enlightened and caring people. The simmering hatred towards America in many parts of the world today is in many ways - not completely - the product of behavior and ignorance the likes of you. The reason Canadian soldiers are in Afghanistan in the first place is to confront hatred; much of which has been birthed and fed by the brash, overbearing, grossly uninformed handful of Americans like you. How ironic that the Canadian military men and women you belittle are fighting against something to which you contribute - even now. Do you have any idea how distasteful your behavior is to decent people everywhere? You probably won't see the connection even when it's pointed out. Isn't the greatest ignorance to not even know one if ignorant?
It might be time to grow up or shut up. Either option would put an end to this kind of drivel.
By the way, I am still Pro American and anti-ignorance. In light of your new President I suspect that puts me on the 'right' side of his administration - with you 'left' out somewhere around 3:00 AM. Hmmm - how irksome for you!
Jj - Toronto, ON
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If only we could simply ignore the guy and his ilk, then we would. The issue at hand isn't necessarily that he is profoundly ill-informed about Canada and it's armed forces.
No, the greater and more problematic issue is that this guy is a media personality that is spewing ignorance to the masses. Time is irrelevant: be it 3 AM or 9 PM, this guy is on national television sharing his ignorance with everyone that watches. And when mass media spreads misinformation, no good can come out of it.
But why bother, right? Just one person - what possibly can happen with one guy mouthing off on television? Well, one person may not seem much, but what happens when that one ignorant person turns into many ignorant persons? Like the snowflake that turns a few snowflakes into an avalanche, it becomes a problem.
Dave
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We were the first to respond on 911 and continue to support our U.S brothers and sisters regardless of the cost and dispite the imature bablings of small minded men such as this. You have to understand that the vast majority of U.S people are gratefull and understand that we are bravely standing beside them and will continue to do so in the future. These guys MUST rant on like this because it is the only way they can keep thier jobs and at least appear usefull and relavent.
The best way to deal with bully is to pretend he does not matter..and lets face it.
this guy does not matter at all.....absolute nothing..from nothing..rant on ...he will wash away and never be remembered and yes those who fought and count will live on forever..
Cassandra
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MH
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Sandra Martin
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Why don't you go and stand along the Highway of Heroes and see if the four bodies of Canadian soldiers are a joke. This is despicable. Are your ratings that bad that you try and stir up controversy on the backs of people not only fighting for our county but yours as well. My nephew is one of the people in Afghanistan and he is not sitting around with his thumb up his ass waiting to come home and lounge around in capris.on a beach.
You are pathetic.
Cathy
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Our Canadian soldiers died in a war that his country is fighting...might I add that it should "technically" be Bin Ladin's people not the people of Afghanastan.
Madasahatter
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John Savard, Edmonton Alberta
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Patti Wright
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How can anyone accept such ludicrus and uninformed comments by Greg Gutfield and his flackies. The Canadian Military sends our sons and daughters over to Afghanistan to do a dangerous job. 116 soldiers have died. Does the size of our military diminsh the sacrifice made by these brave men and women? As I write this I am listening to the report about four our soldiers returning home to CFB Trenton - in a box! Comparably speaking, Canada's population is about the same as New York City, approx. 35 million people. So apples to apples our contribution is not insignificant. Shame on FOX for allowing this offensive boor to slam the efforts of the brave. Your comments belong on the stable floor along with the other crap that falls there. We are not ridiculous, we stand together, proud to be Canadian.
J.C.
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This guy needs to pay a little more attention to history and the facts before he opens his mouth with such comments.
Our military has been devasted because of the Trudeau years (a pacifist in WWII who did not fight) This is the fault of our governments depleting the funding causing equipment and personnel shortages from our military and certainly has no bearing on the ability of our soldiers. Also take note that when WWII started Canada's military was small but when needed was built up quickly and fought bravely. We fought well before the Americans in WWII. They only entered when Pearl Harbour was bombed by the Japanese while some of their generals were out golfing I might add. This man is ignorant and needs to be educated better. The men and women in our military are to be respected and not treated the way this man has treated them. I am the child of a soldier who fought in WWII. for our freedoms. I am not only proud but grateful for the accomplishments of our soldiers and resent strongly anyone who puts them down in any way shape or form.
It only demonstrates the type of character this man has and it is far beneath the characters of our military personnel.
Alex (Toronto)
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America doesn't have the troops to do all the jobs they are asked to do either. The difference is that our defense department occasionally tells the truth about it.
Cable companies should give Fox News's slot to Al-Jazeera, so that Canadian viewers can get a better quality, more objective outlet of news.
Peter from Quebec
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If there is any hostility towards anybody, it should be the person who put the clip on Youtube, just as idiotic as those jokers on the program.
Joel Bain
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Laurel
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Desrochers, C
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Jj - Toronto, ON
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Dear Fox News:
Come on, just admit it. You're not CNN. It's okay to be jealous - every one experiences jealousy at least once in their lives.
Sure, CNN is insanely popular with profoundly more respect than you (Fox News). And yes, they have anchors (Cooper, Blitzer, King, etc.)that are more well known than Fox anchors (...uh...). And, yes, if there had to be a television in an American politician's room, they would likely request the television be turned to CNN and not Fox.
But who needs them, right? You guys are Fox News - the less popular and less qualified news media outlet as compared to CNN. You guys need idiots like Greg Gutfeld to prop up your viewerships. And since everyone watches CNN most of the time, the only window of opportunity for you guys is the 3 AM window. So go grasp that chance and look like something - you guys need it!
Because apparently with the Red Eye Show with Greg Gutfeld, Fox News doesn't amount to much.
Hey Fox News, say it loud and say it proud: we're not CNN and we admit it.
Sincerely,
Jj - Toronto, ON
--
Piece 2:
The new tag line for CNN:
CNN. Not Fox News. And thank god for that.
fitzz
said
Most folks, the majority of Canadians, and the totality of Americans have no idea whatsoever of what an "operational pause" is. It should have been explained.
As for the Fox comedians, Canadians need only consider the source and ignore it! It is NOT worth getting excited over.
Janice G
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Deb Cordina, Gatineau, Quebec
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Tony
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Effen Wright
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While it is sad that our military has to take a "tactical pause" and thereby squander any international credability that we may have been able to leverage from our work on the world stage, we simply cannot continue at this pace with resources at current levels. Let's hope our political masters take note and don't let the recent economic woes gut the capacity of our military to influence world developments.
Ali H
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Kim
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Boycott any advertisers for Fox.
joan
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Joyce
said
Mr. Gutfield's comments say that he is not knowledgeable on the issue at hand,his ignorance on the subject is huge and it is thus up to Mr. Gutfield himself to read up on the situation and then apoligise on the Air on the Foxnews channel.
" Do unto others as you would want them to do unto you" is the motto to go by
here.
The words of Col. Maefs say it all.
Mr. Maefs, thank you for your support of our Troops, I and my husband also support our Troops in their efforts in Afghanistan.
We are Proud of their efforts too, and the sacrifices they have made to make life better for the Afghanistan people.
Ben, Edmonton
said
This will be the highlight of this low-rent comic's career, and that's the thing you should remember. I don't care what some worthless mudslinger thinks. 10 years from now he's going to be wrapping hamburgers somewhere, and that's what is important.
Sara in Toronto
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Ron Lane-Smith Port Coquitlam B C
said
The best retaliation is to boycott every product they advertise and watch them become the best oral sex indulgers in the same Universe they talk about. Hurt them in Rupert Murdoch’s pocket.
Love
r
Kate, Windsor, Ontario
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Bruce, Nanaimo, BC
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anji
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I can't believe they let morons like this have a television show.
My friend's husband died over there. My husband has served two tours. We've lost friends. They gave up their lives and others are sacrificing their selves for a war we had to finish which someone else started.
You should THANK the Canadians, not mock them -- for fighting for your right to be an idiot.
Rick from Mississauga
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Now we know what the U.S. really thinks of us.
Stu Crouse
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The thing that hurts is the ignorance of the sacrifice our troops have paid in Afganistan.
They should be ashamed and so should Fox, some how I doubt it on either count.
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Ray labrie
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Although the remarks were disgusting, I am not going think badly of a whole network( or country) over the comments of a few idiots. Fox is the only network you can count on for the truth and many of the previous comments just ignorantly dump on them.
Besides while our Canadian solders deserve more respect , the poor attitude of many Canadians toward the military should be ridiculed.
Finally,let's look at the "anti American " attitude here, before we criticize Americans.
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Shirley
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Our troops are the bravest men and women to ever serve in our military. They are fighting an enemy that can't be seen and do not have the equipment the U. S, has at their disposal.The Afghans are not grateful. The U.S. will find out how easy it is when they put more troops in there.
I have a grandson in Afghanistan and just pray that he comes home safe.
We should all be very proud of our soldiers. God Bless them all.
Savoera
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I love Canada so much, and I have only lived here for 3 years so far, while I lived in the US for 15 years after leaving my home country as an adult. I miss certain aspects of my home country, and I even miss certain things from the US, but the deep love I have developed for Canada is something I haven't felt for any of the previous countries I used to call home.
To hear such garbage about the Canadian military, was utterly disgusting, but it only confirms how ignorant and arrogant (some?) Americans are... Very sad... for them.
Linda Smith PETAWAWA, ONTARIO
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Samie Marchand-Whittle
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The comments made are damaging and hurtful. All the while we are in the wake of just loosing soldiers, this is nothing more than a slap in the face.
I have called my local cable company have removed FOX from my prescription.
McKay said it best:
WE WANT AN APOLOGY!
Lorne
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All the more reason to pull our troops out of Afghanistan.
Americans have very little or no knowledge of Canada and we are only being used as a pawn in their military operations.
Gutfield is apparently void of any intelligence whatsoever and should not be a tv host for any network.
Consider the source and ignore it!!!!
Also, bring our troops home!!!
RICK
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Kevin McDonald
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I am not going to recommend tar and feathers, but can anyone confirm this so he gets the welcome he deserves.
CJ
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Gord Edmonton
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They were making fun of our lack of military not our brave soldiers. Fox news as a whole (and O'riely many times) has commended Canada and our soldiers. More than our own networks.
Terry Mulcahy, Halifax, NS
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Gutfeld's remarks that Canadian Lt. General Andrew Leslie"...an unusual name for a man..." make me wonder if Gutfeld reads everything from the teleprompter and it's the script writers who are producing this stuff.
Let me say how disapointed I am in the American media.
Art Campbell
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Henry
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HEY FOX! R U Reading these?
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Barb from Regina
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All these fools do is prove there is a part of the Americian population that have no idea what exists outside their own country.
And to make fun at a time when we are once again bringing more of our heroes home in caskets is appalling.
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Terry Mulcahy, Halifax, NS
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Mr. Rupert Murdoch, AC, KCSG
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
News Corporation
1211 Avenue of Americas
New York, New York 10036
Homer J
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Shame on you and the FOX network. It just shows the US arrogance, that if you are not a US citizen, you are nothing to them.
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Chris H
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The Americans ran a candidate for vice-president who thought Russia was across the border from Alaska. They know nothing about the world and this was an example of their "ignorance". "
Please try looking at a map. Sarah Palin actually said that there were parts of AK where you can see Russia, and she was perfectly correct. Please do not get your news from SNL.
People seem to have ignored the fact that Gutfeld was mostly commenting on the difficulties the Canada was having sustaining the Afghan operation, which was perfectly correct. He of course used a flippant, insulting and dismissive tone, but you should hear what he says about American politicians! In any case, it's pretty mild compared to how 22 Minutes and others have trashed the US over the years. Unfortunately for Canada, if the government does make a big stink over this, it will probably cause more ridicule in the US. You are just taking this much too seriously.
Art Campbell Wing Commander (retired)
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Nepean, Ontario
Charley Rose
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DB Cooper
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Here's a quote from the host about his show: "It's intentionally stupid, but secretly smart — a strategy designed to confuse bitter liberals, media hacks, and angry activists. We gauge our success by turning groups into sputtering messes."
If you're taking them seriously, they are laughing their heads off because the joke is on you.
Mel Blake
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Canada should be grateful to have a powerful, democratically governed country next to it.
I wonder how many people bashing the US have actually spent any more time than a shopping trip there? I am in the US right now and the reaction when I say I am from Canada is nothing but positive. I have met US vets here and their opinion of the Canadian military is glowing praise.
Russ
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Lucy in Ontario
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Youngthen
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Fred Hurlburt
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As an American, I find anything that insults any noble soldier disgusting. Canada has always been a friend and ally and I hope it will remain so.
Many of us Americans don't watch and/or agree with Faux News either. As far as I'm concerned, it not a news channel. It's a right-wing propoganda channel!
May all our US and Canadian Troops in harms way stay safe and return home to their families soon!
Glenn in Winnipeg
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The Fox network is the first to attempt this new official form of torture, using its prime 3 AM slot for a test drive.
Hooked ... line and sinker. Canadians are tortured with this new method.
Give it a rest, already.
Serious people know the real score about the significant contributions of Canada in the war on terror.
Alex
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It doesn't matter if this show is meant to be silly - there is a limit. Could you imagine Jon Stewart showing this level of insensitivity? He never would, and he hosts a silly show. Mr. Gutfeld should think about how he'd feel if he was the father of a soldier who was just killed in Afghanistan.
WestofTheRockies
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Russia is across the border from Alaska and you can see it from Alaska, the border runs through the ocean. Just like part of Vancouver Island is across the border (ocean) from Washigton state.
Oh and here's another piece of info. The U.S. bought Alaska from the Russians.
Get your facts straight.
Charles B.C.
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Hows that for ignorance
Jackie Barrett
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Adding insult to injury is the fact that the comments were made in an inappropriate time, especially after four of our finest soldiers were killed, and eight others seriously injured recently. FOX clearly lacks compassion there.
Hey FOX, we Canadians demand an apology this time.
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Rob Panepinto
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Personally I was very offended by the comments made. I currently have a family member based out of CFB Petawawa fighting the war in Afghanistan. Also the timing was inappropriate considering we have just lost four more soldiers. Our soldiers have the right and deserve a well needed break, they do not work a nine to five job. Everyday our soldiers put their lives on the line, separated form their homes and loved ones. Mocking Our troops is just down right inconsiderate and degrading. I am a firm believer that "If you are not willing to stand behind our Troops Than You should stand in front of them." I think the hosts of fox red eye should have to give more than just an apology. To me that is just a slap in the wrist and nobody really learns from it. I think a more consequential punishment should be put in place. Those responsible should have to pay some sort of fine, loss of their jobs, and even imprisonment.
My Heart and condolences go out to the families of our most recent fallen soldiers.
Thank You.
Sincerely,
Rob Panepinto
Norwood, Ontario
Todd from Camp Blanding - Florida National Guard.
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Jesus, just be thankful you aren't in the same geographical position Pakistan, India, Turkey, Iran or other nations are who share borders with hostile nations. Imagine one of those nations "taking a year off" and see how quickly their enemies take advantage of that.
Canada is lucky to share their border with the only global super power. Your military is not always on it's toes, not always fighting and not always dieing.
For a nation like Canada to be burned out after only a decade (half of which was spent in Kabul in Camp Julien. Yes, I served there with the US Army right beside you guys), is just mind boggling.
How can a G8 nation be like this when 3rd world nations have been actively fighting and defending their borders from hostile nations (sometimes bigger than them) for centuries?
I'm not saying Canada should be ashamed, but you should really start to look at yourselves and the state you're in before you point fingers at someone who is (although being distasteful) stating the obvious.
Bob Brown
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Maybe if they were on the street like many Americans during this recession they'd be a little more humble.
I am appalled by the comments made by all the participants. Fox must take action immediately.
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Les In Ontario
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Four more of our fallen heroes returned to CFB Trenton today and I wish I could have been there. We are very fortunate to have men and women who are willing and able to serve our country and keep us safe. To our soldiers in Canada and abroad, NEVER think that your efforts are unappreciated by the people in Canada. You are brave and it takes a special kind of person to do what you're doing. We support you, even if we don't agree with the reasons why you're doing what you have to do. You are all heroes. THANK YOU!!!
Dean
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R. Richards
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It is a sad comentary on the state of the American knowledge of our Troops involvement in world affairs.
If I were an American citizen I would be embarassed by the comments and would voice my disapproval by letting them know.
Georgina - Nova Scotia
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Master Seaman, Antoine Yvan Harvey
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Je me souviens
Rene - Vasey
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Gail Parks, Red Deer, Alberta Canada
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It is easy to ask for an apology but I doubt they are smart enough to get it right.To say, as a Canadian, that I am deeply offended, is the biggest understatement ever. 116 soldiers have given their lives all in the name of freedom. I guess that means they were protecting the rights of these two idiots, who have the right to freedom of speech and expression - Our men and women are dedicated soldiers who stepped up to the plate, shoulder to shoulder with the United States and lest we forget, the Brits and Aussies.
Am I angry, you bet and if I could meet either of those two wimps (bet they haven't offered to go war) I would be happy to tell them what I really feel.
GG
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To DB Cooper
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In other words - we take these comments seriously as should you.
Alan
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Mark from Vancouver
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Um, our military actually kind of sucks (in comparison to other countries) . No controversy. Not even really a big deal given that most Canadians vote for the parties that don't really care too much about our military.
We want to be known for our healthcare not our army. Want good healthcare? You got to cut somewhere and as Canadians we have chosen to cut the military (by choosing parties that don't like spending on the military).
And everybody needs to take a chill pill and stop being so politcally correct to the point of absolute stupidity.
On a personal note I think the Canadian military is very good for the incredibly crappy support that they get.
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Peter in Edmonton
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Todd from Camp Blanding - Florida National Guard.
I can appreciate your comments but you need to look into what is meant when Canada says the military needs to 'take a year off'. No one is leaving the Afghan mission. I might poiint out what you supposedly already know: The border with Pakistan is the hottest region in Afghanistan. Everyone knows this.. There are 3 nations covering it. Britain, the US and Canada. What's wrong with that picture? Why isn't France, 3rd largest expensive military, largest European military -- why isn't France lifting a rifle like piddly little Canada is? This is the point Todd. We've been fighting there as hard as anyone as your ally and this is the respect we get?
You say you don't like Fox yet you've completely swallowed this "Year off" misunderstanding so while you don't like them, you accept what they say as fact when it's ridiculously wrong. This is the problem we have with it. As this story points out, this aired on the very day 4 more dead Canadian soldiers came home. So lets just stop with this "year off" stuff, ok?
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Bert and Helga Wolters, Vancouver BC
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Canadian Scot
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sherry
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Good Afternoon,
As an insulted Canadian, I felt a duty to write in with my concerns regarding comments on Red Eye with Greg Gutfeld aired March 17 2009. Please find copied below the email sent to the program. I hope that an apology will be aired soon. I have copied this to other corporate press contacts.
Good Afternoon Mr. Gutfeld;
I would like to express my insult and disgust with the mocking and attacks on our military involvement in Afghanistan.
As a Canadian who does not support this war, I do however fully support the men and women willing to risk their lives in a war that the United States of America started and then abandoned. On the day that your program aired, our military was making preparations to send home 4 fallen soldiers.
It was disgusting that not only you hold our military in such disregard for what they are actually doing, but that you and your entire panel showed the blatant ignorance for your closest alli and trade partner. Everyone of those comments were grossly misinformed and obtuse, and they have outraged every single Canadian. I certainly hope they've outraged Americans as well.
Please keep in mind Mr. Gutfeld, that Canada is the main supplier of your heat, electricity and fuel; best not to bite the hand that feeds.
Exasperated
Sherry
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Michele Brooks
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X Military
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'redeye@foxnews.com'
Dan in Regina
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Garry Fontaine
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Chuck Ladouceur
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Liz
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I hope he's forced to enlist. How dare he criticize when he's sitting in the comfort of his news chair and not overseas being a brave citizen, which he clearly isn't.
ProPeace
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mrcorrect
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Bryan - Lethbridge AB
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I dismissed it as a bunch of uninformed blowhards who havn't got a clue. I suspect FOX had thier usual disclaimer about idiots not representing the views of the station etc.
the fact that it took a week for CTV to notice speaks volumes about how many people actually watch those fools.
Pete
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Paul Montreal
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You obviously do not know what you are talking about. We've been doing a lot of the heavy lifting in the Afghan theater. Please go back to Fox News, you are too dumb understand this.
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Stevena McDonnell
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It is also outrageous that Fox would allow someone on its payroll to spout such garbage.
Seems to me we have had Americans cross to Canada to avoid serving in the military - you don't see Canadians running to the States to hide.
It appears that he has forgotten that it was the US that started the conflicts throughout the middle east - it is our military that is cleaning up the mess - at an enormous price.
If Fox wants to maintain any credibility as a NEWS organization it will fire this idiot immediately and apologize to the Canadian Troops for this gross insult.
Richard
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Which is why we are there.
Have many Americans friends and proud to say they even found it insulting.
Thanks to the brave men and women that have given their lives to make Canada the best country on earth.
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Linda in Vancouver
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I agree,that this is one subject which most civilized people see as being off limits for jokes.I can't imagine what went throught any brain matter that they are assumed to have between thier ears.I wold suggest that they educate themselves before making any more forays into the realm of political comedy.
I travel in the USA several times per year.The real people there are great people.True,they don't knw a lot about Canada.But,not surprisingly,most are very engaging when you get into discussions on any issue of the day.And,are also quite surprised to find that Vancouver is not up to it's elbows in snow in the middle of July.
Yes.We have something we feel we should be angry about.But let's not blame American citizens to much.They do a lot of good in the world.Sadly,their education system is lacking on foreign affairs,and their government,like ours,is not always very forthcoming.
Do us all a favour.Go meet some of them.Engage in some relevant conversations,and in the very polite Canadian way,show them who we really are.
Most will be very friendly and pleasantly surprised.In fact,you might find some new friends.They,like the people in Toronto,think they are the universe.Not because they're evil,but because that's what they've been taught.
If you go there expecting to meet a lot of mean and nasty people,you will be disappointed.REAL Americans are just not like that.
DC in AB
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Canadian Soilder
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Allen S. in Ottawa
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Bill
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Christine Whitmore
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Just another Canadian
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dano
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Graham
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Plan B- find out who their major advertisers are and tell them you wont be supporting their businesses if they continue to advertise on Fox......
Until Canada gets a full apology and an declaration that they wont insult their neighbours in such a ignornant manner in the future.
If I was Fox/Robert Murdoch I would fire the panel but they wont do that. But it would be good to put their feet to the fire by asking them to do so or face any consequence we can pose.
I am sure most Americans are equally appalled at Fox.
Brad from Nova Scotia
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DJ BALL
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Make sure you go and thank Doug Benson in person for dishonoring dead Canadian soldiers.
Just wait for him in the parking lot.
Don't buy a ticket.
haha why is tom jones on at 3am? cuz he sucks
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Ben
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Natalie
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I believe Greg Gutfeld and the other comedians on the panel personally respect the Canadian military.
You see many comedy shows that make fun of things that should not be made fun of. But I'm sure these comedians personally don't feel the way their talking about whatever they're making fun of.
But the only way to stop it is not to laugh at these types of jokes.
To show the Canadian soldier that we care, we should send more letters to let them know that we think their peace work is making a difference. Even if we sent a letter before.
Also, when you pass by a Canadian soldier on the street that is back from their mission give them a smile. Or let them know that you support them.
We should also respect the American soldiers in Iraq who have done alot to help the people in Iraq too!
Also the other soldiers from other countries too!
Victoria Guy
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Rick
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Art Campbell Wing Commander (retired)
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Because of your involvement in the military, I believe this would be of special interest to you.
Minister MacKay should not be diverted by Fox comments. Rather he should concentrate on convincing his government to pay his troops the pension which is part of their pay package. Imagine sending troop to kill and be killed knowing that when they return, and retire, they will not get the pension which was part of their pay package. They don't know; their wives don't know. Forget the diversions, Minister. Look after the troops.
Rockstar
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C. Taylor
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Canadian Viewer
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Double standard.
Bic, Ottawa
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Red Eye is about as much a news program as the Tonight Show. It's takes a satirical look at current events and they intentionally go over the top; no matter what the subject matter.
I missed this episode but the next segment was just as likly to discuss a trade war with China or the latest episode of "Planet Unicorn".
Greg and Bill (the only full time panelists) have both worked for Maxim, Stuff and various other magazines. They are hardly what anyone with a second to do some research would consider news anchors, and they don't pretend to be.
They do occasionally have serious guests on, but even when a Congressman or Governor comes on the topics will range from tax policy to what the best type of gag to use on Greg's pool boy.
The fact that this segment happened in the same week as 4 soldiers were killed may make them seem mean spirited but the segement aired 3 days prior to the tragedy in Afghanistan. The timing was regretable but honestly, when one of the leaders of major military comes forward and says that their entire armed forces will effectively be taking a year off I find it impossible to believe they won't be made fun of.
I would also like to see Andy Levy's "Half-Time" report from this show, for the full story. And if you don't know what I'm talking about you really shouldn't be commenting.
ERIC
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Typical yankee BS...get with the times America, this isn't 1964 anymore
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Dennis
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Anyone who has seen this program knows this RedEye group are just a bunch of goofball comedians who make fun of eveyone and everything. One says something ridiculous and outlandish, and then the next one tries to say something even more ridiculous to try to be funny. Occasionally something they say even is funny.
The main point is these are not a group of serious newscasters. They are just comedians who comically brag they insult everyone for a laugh and literally do.
Just be happy we're not Belgium - they get lots, and no one from the group has probably ever been there, or knows where it is.
If someone seriously made those insults it would be a big deal, but these goofballs are definitely no serious.
Joe
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The U.S. is of no consequence
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Is the U.S. in any position to judge other nations? No. They lost that right about 6 years ago, when they lied to the world to go to a war in Iraq. They lost that right when they have used torture on prisoners (to what end? they certainly didn't get any intelligence to find Osama).
Americans will have to learn they will have to work damn hard to get any ounce of respect back that they had in the mid to late 90's… thankfully with the election of Obama some have sent a signal that they are trying… then you get nitwits like fox tearing down any progress they have made.
Len from Calgary
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Josh in Hamilton
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Can we really take this apology seriously?
Such disrespect for Canada as a nation was 'misunderstood?'
I think Canadians understand far too well, the lack of respect being shown here.
It may seem that now is a good time to 'invade this ridiculous country' but remember, 1812 seemed like a good time too.
Hell_N
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Even though it comes at 3am and brought by a person I, for one, never heard of, it's absolutely outrageous!!!
It's not only extremely insulting to call Canada a "ridiculous country" but to be making fun of Canadian military, who just lost four more brave soldiers in their mission to bring a peace in Afghanistan... Simple apologies from Greg Gutfeld or the Fox News should not be accepted, it must come from a much high level to be appropriate considering the situation.
Lance
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I'm guessing the Cons are just trying to pre-empt the inevitable attempt by the opposition parties to try and make it into another frivolous "international incident" that Harper has again failed to respond appropriately to. If that is the case, good on you Peter McKay for heading them off at the pass before millions of dollars have to be spent to set up yet another inquiry to investigate how the Conservatives could allow such a thing to happen without demanding a full apology.
Teri in Barrie
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Proud military wife
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Obviously 3am is a great time slot for this bottom feeder, although it would be nice to see him taken off the air all together, or be made to make a donation to the MFRC organization. A huge donation!!!
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Hal in Halifax
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Totally inappropriate comments like that really fit the loud mouth, red-neck, self-centered, no knowledge of anything outside of the US border American stereotype.
I know they all aren't idiots, but they do seem to have a disproportionately high concentration in politics and the main stream media.
28 Years of uniformed service and counting
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R.Pollock, Windsor, Ontario
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Laurie
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D.F.West
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On Fox News.
116 Canadians have died in this conflict.
Why don't these men go with the Canadian troops on a mission. Do something useful.
Typical
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Diane M.
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Gary
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The world is in the state its in because we have forgotten how to respect one another.
Real comics don't have to make fun of others to be successful.
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Bob in Harley
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They really should take a hard look in the mirror and see why they are so hated and why Sept. 11th happened in the U S A rather than elsewhere.
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jay
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While its not right to pick on in countrys role in the war.How ever what these hosts did was went to far.To insult an entire country they way they did and even to bash the miltary who just lost 4 troops crossed the line big time.As for canadian getting a taste of there own medicen really.As any one even gone this low as the fox hosts likely not.Aslo this is nothing new for the states its almost daily now someone in the states bashes or makes fun of another country.
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Reece
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But it is true that our Armed Forces is small but we are a nation of 34 million. We aren't gonna have a 100,000 strong army anyway.
By the way, a nations military budget is directly porportionate to it's level of belligerence in the world. Explains the American Army.
Even more...all the pink slips in the fancy tanks and jet airplanes of the USA's military is on a sense held by the Chinese anyway. Keep printin' that money, USA!
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Chris (Calgary)
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"Instant outrage" is not the Canadian way of dealing with stupid comments.
James Camden East Ontario
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VB
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Lee, serving military member.
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Angela
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Ki-Som Victoria, BC
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Calgarian
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Actually, let him in and let the garrison in Edmonton deal with him. I call anyone who has tickets to provide them to an Armed forces member in Edmonton. Now that would be funny.
Rick Mercer
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"Barac?"
"Yes?"
"W"
"Go ahead George..."
"The Red Coats are coming, the Red Coats are coming"!
Lee Cooper Ottawa
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Get a life and be thankful for all the soldiers who fight for Canada and the other countries.
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danielle
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military girlfriend:
the allies that went to war with the americans after the terrorism was on them, we have lost so many soldier and to be insulted like this is just infuriating. we should not only get them to apologize but also take action by kicking this station off our canadian air there is no room for this shit from the americans on our televisions. i feel appalled to even be known for being allies with the states after this
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Ex-cpl CND montreal ..
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Military Wife-Supporter-Promoter: Rose
I suppose they are right! I should just tell my husband, who is a member of the CF, that he can get a pair of "gorgeous white Capri pants" to run on the beach in instead of working hard to protect his brother’s in arms again constant attack from militants, terrorist and American Friendly Fire. Opps! Did I say that?
well Rose its a fact Americans have a long History of FRIENDLY FIRE insidences check the history of battles and see how many occured..
You know why the president is black Because they could not find a white man who was stupid enought to take the job, this is why he is so scared everywhere need the tank to ride in, even the Queen doesn't use one..
just goes to show the ignorance of their people, the east does not know what the west is thinking north can not fand out what's happening in the south..
ITS CALLED CONTROL OF THE PEOPLE. boy they practice it.. shoot off there mouths at anything,& at any time Bush did and he was president..
as ex-cpl DND I ware a POPPY every day in my hat.
at the going down of the sun we will remember them..( our fallen) not the american media...HA HA>>
tell your husband that he can take heart, that the canadians can out shoot the others any time! I did ,when I was in I wore the cross rifles insignia Marksman and that was with a FN-C1
P>S Pro patria
Gary Kearny, NJ
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cdnsoldierwife
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My husband is over there and he survived an IED blast a few months ago, he is there along with thousands of many other soldiers fighting and to has this arrogant 'man' knock us all down it is appalling.
As the bumper sticker reads, "If you don't stand behind our troops.. feel free to stand in front of them". They have NO clue...and no wonder why it's called 'Red Eye' cause nobody is up late enough to watch trash tv.
Alberta Believer
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November 2006 they loose both houses of Congress
November 2008 they get destroyed in the Presidential election and the Democrats pick up even more seats in Congress.
Jan/Feb 2009 they loose a key Minnesota Senate Seat giving the Democrats a veto-prof majority in Congress.
February 2009 sniping between talk radio Icon Rush Limbaugh and newly minted GOP Chairman Michael Steele has people thinking that the American right is committing suicide meanwhile the Obama administration gets a handy diversion.
Jan/Feb/Mar 2009 "Stimulus Packages" are passing congress and somestathouses ushering a new era of Keynesianism.
Now some punk does to Fox News what Heather Malick couldn't do to CBC, that is completely discret the network abroad.
So who's going to want to carry the GOP banner in the presidential election of 2012?
The Republicans and conservatives stateside are pretty much where the Progressive Conservatives were uphere in the early to mid 1990s. All looks lost, however I wouldn't count them out yet. Conservatives stateside are organized and all they need is time.
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Dwayne Chomyn
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Grow up Canada.
T. Hull
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mark anthony mastroianni
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Bob D'Avignon
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Andy Y - Vancouver
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Um, when was the last time you saw ANY Canadian show make fun of the serving US military or their dead?
When you can answer that, your opinion will have an iota of value.
Faramir
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Ali
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Stuart
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John
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Mike Poirier, Ottawa, ON
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Ashley
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Ross in Calgary
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Tammy from Ottawa
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I have no doubt that intelligent Americans know and appreciate the value of Canadian soldiers. Besides, we're not there for the Americans, we're there for the Afghani people.
If there are any Canadian soldiers reading this, know that you have the support of your country. We think you are so brave and we're so very proud of you - our Canadian heroes!!!
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Frank Hall
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Frank
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Guy
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This "Red Eye" show, however, is sheer garbage, designed to appeal to young people or some such nonsense.
Mario - Proud to be Canadian!
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John E
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No disrespect meant.
I salute our men and women in uniform. However, the mission is still stupid, but it gives McKay something to do.
Barbara Plunkett
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Lynn
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I cannot believe how insensitive and ignorant these jack asses are. When ever the Yanks need assistance we Canadians are there to lend a hand. We provide and often give the shirts off of backs to help, and this is the crap we get? 116 Canadian families have lost sons and daughters to this conflict. Many more families are struggling with sons and daughters injured by this conflict. All families who have sons and daughters fighting over there live in fear of bad news. When will the Yanks grow up? Make fun of your own misery - not ours.
Vicki in Burlington
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Burlington, On
Wally from Montreal
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Dale
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Annoyed but not bent out of shape.
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If the show is meant to be serious, the guy is a putz.
Either way, an appology wouldn't hurt, but it's Fox, so who was expecting informed, sensitive reporting?
Hello, it's **FOX** people. His professional life is already over. How much more can you punish him?
Pardeep Dham
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Cheryl Shannon, RN
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TB
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Bob Brooks,100% Canadian,& PROUD of it
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heard should go back to school,even kids in gr.1 here learn about the U.S.,yet these 4 are stuck,in a time warp,they seemto be stuck in,1899,Now I know why they have that time slot,4can.dead soldiers
come home,killed in a war that is a waste ,can.& us,kids,fathers mothers daughters,die for what,it'll rage on for another,1000yrs,it'll never end,get out now,and look after your on country,your people,make your home strong & healthy,Canada has an army,each and every 1 of us.
I,sorry 4 people in thier position"TV",can embar. thier follow country men,what is the Fox's trademark,again
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Chuck in Halifax
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Steph from the US
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Serge in Dartmouth, NS
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Don from Ottawa
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The rest of us should keep our big yaps shut. We have been bashing our own military for years, in fact Fox's remarks could just as easily have come from Air Farce. We have also been bashing Americans for years. Maybe it's time we got a taste of our own medicine!
Cheryl in Moose Jaw, SK
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To LTC Craig Maefs,
Colonel,
Your statement speaks volumes and says more than any hack at the FOX network ever could. Thank you.
FOX should be spelled with a 'U'."
Andrew, I love you! Best comment ever. Thanks.
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Rich
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I know many Americans and they love Canada and that we stand together as brothers in arms.
The four individuals should have to apologize and then should be banned from T.V for life.
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Lisa Lalande
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When I questionned this man (Moody) about how he could let his host and the other co-hosts make a mockery of our military, Mr. Moody began to comment that The Red Eye was a satire. I advised Mr. Moody that he had begun this conversation off on the wrong foot and that there is nothing satirical about 4 dead soliders returning home to Canada today. He was unaware that this was happening - again another question that I could not understand. A news organization that does not know what is happening in the world, especially with their largest partner is almost everything.
I asked Mr. Moody if he was going to have Mr. Gutfeld appear on the major news agencies, including our own Canadian ones (CBC and CTV). Again I was given the comment that the remarks were made on "The Red Eye" and that is where he would make his statement.
Mr. John Moody and Mr. Greg Gutfeld (along with the other uneducated, lack of integrity, common sense co-hosts) fail to realize that to make a sincere apology for their comments means that you do not justify your position.
I can only hope that our Canadian government, our party leaders including the opposition, stand up and say that this is unacceptable.
We deserve a better apology then what we received. We as Canadians as a whole; but more importantly to our military, their families and to the 116 who are now home.
Andrea
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A Koster - BC
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At any rate, I get my quota of Colbert and Stewart every week and I really don't see much wrong with trying to inject some humor into an otherwise serious situation. If we can't laugh at ourselves then I think we are lost forever.
I'd be more interested in seeing CTV cover Harper's comments with Fox when he mentioned the D word in relation to Canada. One might wonder if it was comments like Harper's in fact that are more of an influence on the way that the U.S. thinks about Canada.
Rene May
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No more Fox news for me, boycotting them no matter what they say because anything that comes out of their mouths is either a lie or more arrogance.
Glad to be a Canadian and be respected in this world for being a CANADIAN!
DGL
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Doug Rutherford, Whitehorse
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Duane Nickull
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To the families:
Please accept our deepest condolences and understand that despite ignoramuses like Fox, we (the majority of people) will never forget the sacrifice your family has made. I will observe every Remembrance Day and the young men and women who have served in the Canadian Military will never diminish from my memory, nor my children's. To forget or diminish only gives tyranny another chance. My heart goes out to you every day."
I am now going to call my cable provider to remove every Fox product from my house.
Sheldon
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Don't let some show on Fox at three in the morning get you worked up!
Are military history(which most Americans know nothing)speaks for itself!
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Bic, Ottawa
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There has been so much anti-Americanism shown in all the various discussions of this video it makes me ashamed to be a Canadian.
If people watched the show for more than the 30 seconds it took to give them an excuse to go on this tirade I'm sure their next protests would be against Greg's musical matchups or they'd be sending letters protesting Andy's treatment of King Albert II.
By this standard any American whose ever seen Rick Mercers talking to Americans segments can assume all Canadian are pretentious snobs and go on their merry way never bothering to learn the truth about Mercer or Candians. That appears to be about the level of research people overreacting to this story are satisfied with.
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American in Canada
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That said, I find this particularly embarrassing. Perhaps someone ought to remind the boneheads on that show what happened the last time we tried to "invade" Canada. However, I doubt they would have any clue what the war of 1812 was in the first place.
There are many Americans who know and appreciate that Canadian Soldiers have been given the most dangerous and difficult of tasks in this war.
My condolences to the family and friends (and all Canadians) for their losses in Afghanistan.
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H
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to be ridiculed by a ignorant person. I think they (Fox) should apologize to the Canadian Soldiers in Person, see how they like it over there. Hey maybe we can let them stay there and replace our Canadian Soldiers.
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JMB
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1. How many Canadian soldiers have deserted and run to America to avoid fighting in a war?
2. How many American soldiers have deserted and run to Canada to avoid fighting in a war?
Please provide your viewers with the ratio.
jody
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First time I've heard that name. His 15 minutes of fame aren't painting him in a very flattering light. Maybe he's not a typical American, but his type is the reason for the world's opinion of Americans in general.
I drove along Highway 2 through CFB Trenton today, and when you see the throngs that turn out to show respect to the fallen Canadian soldiers, you realize that this Gutman person just doesn't matter.
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You were pretty glad to see Canada when we saved your ass in Iran and rescued the hostages at the American Embassy, while your then president was crashing helicopters in botched up rescue attempts in the desert. END OF STORY.
Now I must say for the most part Americans view Canada as Friends and Allies. I have travelled to the USA many times and have been treated the best by regular every day people. Just like us only with a funny accent.
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Chester Cassidy
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Chet Cassidy, Westland, MI
P.S.: I'm a Vietnam combat vet and I would go to war with the Canadian Armed Forces at anytime
Bill From Calgary
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Get over it, hypocrites.
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Rich from Ontario
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I do not hold all of America responsible for what these people have said , but I do hold them and the editors at FOX NEWS responsible because they are not allowed to air without someone proof reading what the show is about.
I love our Canadian Troops.
Come home safe, come home soon.
This war was about oil, this was not our war.
Google (911 Mysteries)
Let the US fight their own wars then!
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Because we shouldn't even be sacrificing men and women to this STUPID war.
Why are we even bothering to assist the US.
They need to learn to get along with other countries.
And these losers saying we are a ridiculous country?
Kind of funny coming from citizens of the most hated country in the world.
But what can you expect from the US now that their school system is a joke.
We don't really have to worry about them invading us.
They would have to locate us on a map first.
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jody
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What does THAT tell you about America???
Sick of false outrage in todays society.
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Snuffy
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Ignorant Loud Mouth
Fox News
You could enlighten your view of the world by reading up on how your brave
American pilots killed four Canadian soldiers and wounded many others some
years ago in Afghanistan? What's more, your pilots repeated this same
stupidity a while later with less tragic results.
You could also read up on how Yanks did the same in WWII. I know a Canadian
veteran whose limb was blown off by American air crews at Falaise Gap
[that's in France]; he told me a joke from that war: When the British flew,
the Germans ducked; when the Canadians bombed, the Germans ducked; but when
the Americans flew, everybody ducked. Hell, an entire Polish tank unit
fighting with the Canadians got wiped out by Yank air crews--another heroic
deed never portrayed by Hollywood.
You could also approach the White House for info on the presidential
citations given Canadian units for aiding and rescuing your soldiers in a
number of conflicts, including Afghanistan.
You say you offer satire? You haven't the intelligence to attempt satire,
let alone offer it. It's fortunate for the world that most Americans are
many, many points brighter than you, your ham-fisted staff, and your guests.
Greg J. Edwards
PS: You might also read up on how your own armed forces are scraping for
fresh recruits to man their own worn out equipment to go after those
"weapons of mass destruction" that your former president fooled you all into
believing were in Iraq. Fortunate for we Canucks, our prime minister at the
time, Jean Chretien [French for John Christian], didn't eat your president's
shovel stuff, meaning that we don't have troops chasing ghosts in Iraq.
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Frank
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Proud Canadian in Oshawa
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What he didn't count on was the pride of Canadians for their country and their Soldiers! Go Canada!
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Frank (Toronto)
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Having said that, we Canadians might want to reflect on the "product" CBC airs weekly on shows like "This Hour Has 22 Minutes", "Rick Mercer" and "Air Farce". Honestly, sometimes, there isn't much difference between the way the CBC insults the Americans, and what Fox did to us. Hmmmmmmmmm.
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Doug BC
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We live next door.If I had a choice,I'd move thsi great nation somewhere else.I'm sure Amwericans would love to have Russia,or China on their northern border at the same time as they're under attack on thier southern border.
I'm actually a bit pro USA most of the time.I don't envy their role in the world.
But,for the last couple of decades I've been becoming increasingly concerned about how integrated our countries are becoming.I am very mindful of the fact that good fences build good neighbours.And I continue to believe we need to support NATO and the UN.THere is work to do on this planet and we need to help.
Instead of courting allies in the USA,we should quit whining,and quietly go about re-building our economy, paying down debt,building our military capacity,and looking for allies in NATO and the UN.We will NEVER find many people in the USA who give a rats behind about Canada.Or any other nation outside of their borders.It is,for them,all about the power to dominate the world.
Oddly,the Liberal party that spews the anti USA rhetoric,is the one that refuses to support our military,and fights long and hard to keep us mired in debt,and highly taxed.These are not good recipes for a sovereign Canada.We can't just shut off the gas,so to speak.But if we do it the right way,our children or our grandchildren may be able to.
Don't forget,the Liberal government NEVER once appologized for the anti USA crap they spew out to win elections.And they NEVER follow policies that can free us from American domination.NEVER.
Anyway,it will soon be China in charge.More money and a bigger military.Good work America.
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Robert Racine Bridgewater NS
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What part of "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."
do we NOT understand?
In his apology he is laughing at Canadians for being less than intelligent.
This is not satire, it is downright rude and shows his ignorance. What troubles me is that few if any Americans came to our defence - where is President Obama support for our troops.
JP Leonard
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This is typical American attitude, and it is very typical Fox News attitude, after all what other respected news corporation would allow a person like Greg Gutfeld who has a IQ that is equal to that of a peanut to have his own talk show, and to let him rant on about something that he thinks he knows, when in fact he has very little knowledge of. After all this man properly thinks that Canada is located south of the United States, and it is because of this American ignorance that makes the United States hated by so many people.
If the US, Fox News, and Greg Gutfeld think that Canada’s young soldiers who have sacrifices their lives for peace in Afghanistan is a big joke and something to laugh about late at night, then I believe that all military personal from all counties that are in Afghanistan; except those from the USA should pull out and let the so called great USA handle it on their own “Bastards”.
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Adrian
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The hosts and guests were funny as hell poking fun at Canada!
I loved it!
I just had a friend come home today from Afghanistan after a long tour of duty (yes, Im from Canada), we greeted him with open arms and tears as we havent seen him in months.ALOT of people showed up. Especially since he left his family and job and such to fight with his American buddies. I am going to see him tomorrow and thank him for his contribution for his peacekeeping in that country. He deserves it!! :)
I am sure he hasnt seen the video of Redeye and their poking fun, but I am sure he will love it, he has always had such a great sense of humour :)
I dont know if I mentioned this part yet, but my friend came home this afternoon in a casket with a Canadian Flag on it. One of four BRAVE men to help the US uphold their peace arriving this afternoon.
So to the members of your team, especially Greg Gutfeld. Keep p the great work!
And if it wasnt for the fact I am crying my eyes out right now for a friend I will NEVER see again, except for in a cemetary, I am sure I would be laughing much more.
Sincerely,
Adrian Pottery
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Kyle Hawkings
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The sad thing is, this mans words will be taken seriously by thousands of Americans who follow him. For shame FOX tv.
Lyssa
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It was America that was attacked,
It was America that started this war,
Canadians are helping. That's what we do. We do it b/c it's the right thing to do.
This dude is a little man and has no merit on any level.
reidjr
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What rick does is edit what americans say to make them look stupid.Is it right maybe not is it funny not not really.But he does not go on like these hosts did.For me the worst was mockoing of the miltary we just lost 4 young men and they mock the miltary the way they did was classless.As for its comedy laugh at it.You really find it funny there making our miltary seem worthless.
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Laurie
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the day the World Trade Centre was bombed... and we are always there for anyone who needs us whether in the front lines or in peacetime..we are Canadians and I am damn proud of it and of all our soldiers and I feel so bad for the fallen soldiers.
Thomas Hatt
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It sickens me that they could be so ignorant and callous, considering all that Canadians did for them on 9/11 in Nfld., etc.! Shows their lack of education. The only ones with any real knowledge of Canada are those who've moved from here to there or have actually come here to visit so they can have some real intelligent human contact! They take credit for winning the war at Normandy; they'd have all died off w/out Cdn troops who did win it!