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Ring around the Rosie

Posted: Wednesday, April 25, 2007 11:52 AM by Gael Fashingbauer Cooper
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Rosie O'Donnell is leaving "The View," but those who can't stand her shouldn't celebrate too much. On today's gabfest, she announced "I love you guys, I'm not going away," promising that while she wouldn't be on the show every day, she'd be making regular visits. "They're not kicking me out, don't worry!" she said.

I don't think anyone was worried about Rosie. If she's proven one thing on her tenure on "The View," it was that no one could boss Rosie around, no one could make her do anything she didn't want to do. She wanted a one-year contract, reportedly, ABC wanted three, and Rosie's not going to budge on what she wanted.

I'm not a regular watcher of "The View," due to a chronic allergy to happy talk in the morning. Rosie almost alleviated my allergy, injecting a delightful bit of venom into the girl-power gab.

Sure, much of the attention was given to the fact that her politics were almost mirror opposites of those of perky Elisabeth Hasselbeck, which did make for some humorous confrontations. (Rosie almost had a heart attack this morning when Hasselbeck misspoke and said she thought Dick Cheney would be a good candidate for president -- Hasselbeck meant to say John McCain.) But politics aside, Rosie at least kept things lively, even if her feuds, especially with Donald Trump, were childish and annoying.

A new online commentary in Newsweek claims that O'Donnell's real persona, as reflected in her Weblog, is more sensitive and easily hurt than the brash image she put forth on "The View." I can buy some of that -- who hasn't known someone whose public image differed greatly than their real life? -- but if you're going to trumpet your opinions as loudly and sarcastically as Rosie often did, you'd better have the toughest skin you can.

Sometimes Rosie said what viewers were thinking, sometimes she said what only Rosie was thinking. But she never was afraid to have an opinion, never afraid to throw it out there and defend it once she'd said it. "The View" would do well to pick up another host who has that same attitude, whatever their political opinions and lifestyle. It would be easy to find someone who can fly under the radar and utter opinions that no one disagrees with, but what fun is that?

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During the past year since Rosie has been on the View, I have watched in horror as she spouted her poison and voiced her "opinions". She is supposed to be an intertainer. Instead, she used her platform to persuade the viewers to feel and believe what she felt and believed. I am very happy to hear that she is leaving.

Dee Moramarco (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 4:24 PM)

I love Rosie, when she was having words with Trump, all I could think of was all the kids she is trying to help. What has the hair done for people. ALso she made the View alot more interesting to watch, love her and Joy when they got going on Bush and Chaney dummer & dummest.

Teresa Ferguson (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 6:43 PM)

I rarely agree with her, and sometimes I even cringe when some of the views she presents are in direct conflict with the facts, but let's face it--Rosie makes for great TV. Sure, she sparks controversy, but she gets America talking about issues we should be talking about (okay Sanjaya and the Trump thing were over the top.) I'm a middle-aged, conservative Catholic who welcomes hearing everyone's "view", including Rosie's. I may not applaud it, condone it, or take it on as my own, but I sure appreciate the opportunity for thought, debate, and contemplation she brings. I'll miss her.

MJ Kind, Wayne County, PA (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 6:48 PM)

I LOVE HER. I did not always agree with her opinion on subjects but thought that at least she had the gumption to say what was on her mind. She comes very close to the truth of the matter - hence why she angres alot of people. Personally, I wish there were more people out there like her. The Trump thing proved it. Trump is a Joke and she said so. Finally!!!!!

dana-kay - victoria, canada (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 6:50 PM)

Dee: Isn't that kind of the point of the show? To express a point of view? You know... "The View"???

Mike Z, NJ (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 6:52 PM)

I love that Rosie was so outspoken on The View this year. She does what she can to wake up people throughout the U.S. from their sleepy conservative cocoon, and backtalking those that until then couldn't fathom the possibility of a straight-up, take no prisoners lesbian who earned her prepotency. How revealing that the only criticizing commentary on this page is one of misspellings and poor grammar. If you don't like the truth, go watch Fox News.

Nathan Rivas, Anchorage AK (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:03 PM)

I am deeply saddened that Rosie will be leaving. Although I don't always agree with everything she has said, she always made me laugh out loud. "The View" will not be the same without her and I will miss her very much!

Betty Lou Murray Conover, NC (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:07 PM)

It was the best hour of my morning. I watched during my lunch hour while I was on the treadmill. Rosie made me turn off Bob Barker. What am I going to watch now???

Michelle taylor,Pasadena, MD (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:23 PM)

O'Donnell is a loudmouthed, ignorant, no talent that can't stand criticism She tries to shout down any opposition to her cherished opinion. I don't bother tuning in most days to hear the same old big mouthed crap. By the way, the Hasselbeck woman is really no better, just quieter and a little more ignorant.

CK Krumme (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:24 PM)

I suppose if Bill O'Reily were talking then people would be less offended? Rosie's comments simply reflect the opinions of alot of American citizens. There are far too many political figures out there who have forgotten who they are accountable to. The show is called "The View" for a reason. This implies that there are going to be differing opinions expressed and this doesn't mean you have to agree with them. Don't forget that freedom of speach is not a convenient concept.

Kyle, Lancaster CA (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:24 PM)

When Rosie was signed to teh view, I decided that the show had gone to the dogs. Needless to say that without watching it she is still plastered in our faces through news and sensationalistic journalism. I am glad she was finally let go regardless what either party says. She will never be someone whether as a celebrity or as a US citizen who is worth an ounce of the freedom of speech that is taken for granted by people like her. Good Riddance!!

Laredo, Tx. (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:29 PM)

I loved watching Rosie on "the view". She made my morning every single day. I'm sad to see her go. I will no longer be watching ABC in the morning... I know that much.

Adam, Chicago IL (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:43 PM)

I couldn't be more happier that the "BIG MOUTH" is leaving that show. I use to watch "The View" but quit since the "BIG MOUTH" has been on it. She's ignorant and who cares about the "BIG MOUTH'S" opinion anyway. It doesnt mean diddly squat anyway. Listening to her is like listening to a donkey bray. Good Riddence, "BIG MOUTH". It'll be very nice not to have to listen to you anymore.

Teri, Dugway, Utah (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:54 PM)

Wow she must be really powerful Dee to persuade the viewers to think like her. That is some pretty powerful "opinion" "poison" LOL Thanks for the giggles. She's an "intertainer" afterall. I am very happy that something so insignificant could make you so happy.

Jules Doe (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:57 PM)

Luckily there are many people that no matter what is said by others still have their own minds enough to think for themselves. The greatest gift we have is being able to shut off the tv or turn the channel when we feel someone is being offensive. I do not know of a single celebrity who claimed to have the market on knowing it all and I would rather listen to people with opinions outside the box like Roise (even if she is wrong sometimes...) then sheep who simply go along with the progam and skip the heart of the matter. Agree with her or not, at least she's got people talking!

Mercy Collins, Fort Wayne, IN (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:57 PM)

Well said. I will miss Rosie. I loved the spice that she brought to my day. I loved the fact that finally someone from the left was speaking out and being liberal and proud of it. Sometimes I winced as I realized her intensity would get her in trouble. Mostly I applauded her for unafraid to speak her mind. She will be missed.

Sharon, Manchester, NH (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 8:00 PM)

I have found her to represent the very lowest common denominator:crass,vulgar,inarticulate,undereducated,narrow-minded,rabble-rouser..like Sharpton:not helping,not part of the solution,just trouble-inducing,invective spewing low-class

mj.bailey (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 8:42 PM)

I could never stand Rosie. I'm glad that she is leaving THE VIEW. She is not very well informed on most of the subjects she talks about. She's just loving listening to herself talk.

Patti Reynolds (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 8:43 PM)

Rosie was the ONLY reason I even started watching the view at all...I like Joy too...

nancy /california (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 8:44 PM)

Oh please, Ms. Moramarco. Rosie is a courageous thoughtful human with opinions, as we all have and are entitled to, under the United States Constitution. If you only listen to people who espouse your opinions, how will you know what the rest of the world is thinking? "The View" is a program of discussion, debate, and entertainment. Every criticism of Rosie's mornings on "The View" were inaccurate - I watched and listened - Fox News reported her comments out of context and sometimes blatantly lied; it seems she has more power than she realizes to have so-called heavy-weights taking time to belittle her and her views. What exactly are they afraid of? Rosie is a comic and a personality. She didn't persuade viewers to think anything, except perhaps that people might differ in their opinions. Get over yourself and spend time listening to Rush Limbaugh if you want someone who spouts real poison. The View will never be as lively or entertaining without Rosie; by the way, 'entertainer' is spelled with an "e".

Jane Durnin, Rolla, Missouri (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 9:03 PM)

OK, I normally don't respond to this kind of stuff, but I teach high school kids, and when they exhibit this kind of thinking it drives me nuts. There is a difference between trying to "persuade the viewers to feel and believe what she felt and believed" and expressing her OWN opinion for the sake of discussion. Remember the concept of honest discussion? We used to believe in it before the days of "beat me over the head and tell me what to think" talk radio (from BOTH sides). I would guess that Rosie fully expected people to have the backbone and strength of character to listen, think and evaluate, and then decide for themselves whether they agreed or disagreed with her. For Pete's sake, just because someone says something on the air doesn't mean they expect everyone listening to baa like sheep and nod their heads in agreement. You throw things out there into the mix so that there is a HEALTHY exchange of ideas, some of which will be in direct opposition to your own. That's called the exercise of free speech in a healthy society. There is far too little of that going on today, and I will miss having my comfort zone challenged by Rosie from time to time.

Judy M, Portland, Oregon (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 9:18 PM)

I am also sad to see Rosie leave the View. It was refreshing to hear out loud what many "thinking" Americans were already going over in their minds. It will be difficult to replace her. I think their ratings will go down. It surprises me that Elizabeth is so out of touch with reality.

Carol, Grosse Ile, MI (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 9:57 PM)

Why is it that we have to have a "Rosie" on TV to appreciate the freedom of speech. Its like watching a bad car wreck to appreciate one's having auto insurance. No thanks! Rosie, Rush, Ann Coulter, Bill O'Reilly, they're all the same just different looking. Why do we have to have the extremists to elicit thought? Are we neanderthals?

Robert Barnes Sevierville, Tennessee (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 10:03 PM)

Rosie O'Donnell is a tiresome banshee who has worn out her welcome in less than a year. While there may have been some disputes in her contract, judging by the nervous, "aren't we all great pals?" performance she and Barbara Walters put on this morning, I'm sure there was more to it than that. (Joy Behar, by contrast, looked like she'd won the New York State lottery! I enjoyed her knowing smirk.) Perhaps Rosie's tasteless rampage at the Women In Communications dinner held Monday evening--less than 48 hours before her supposed "contract dispute"--let Barbara Walters see for herself just what people think of her friend. Using obscenities and crude sexual humor at a professional dinner is bad enough, but 17 high-school-age girls were also in attendance that night. Rosie spares no one her rage, her contempt, her wrath. She is a loose cannon who could keep several therapists gainfully employed. Barbara Walters' image is forever tarnished to me by welcoming this loser to "The View." I will be THRILLED to see Rosie go. And I'll bet we'll see very little of her ever again, on "The View" or anywhere else. She's a comedian who's committed the ultimate professional suicide: she's no longer funny.

Joy O (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 10:05 PM)

I won't be watching much of the View since Rosie is leaving. She spiced up the conversation and the topics she brought up were actually relevant and interesting. I appreciated her honesty and courage to utilize our free speech right. Those first 15-20 minutes of the View made my day! I get so tired of watching and hearing the same viewpoint on television. She was refreshing and interesting to listen to. Let's hope that the View doesn't revert to the same old boring, humdrum "women's show"...or what they think we want to hear..clothes, recipes, plastic surgery, baloney....Personally, I won't know because I won't be watching.

Mary/Wyoming (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 10:13 PM)

I only started to watch the view since Rosie was on.I enjoy her opinions because she tells it like it is.She doesn't beat around the bush.I am not a big fan of TV but I did try to keep an hour for her.You will be missed like when you left your talk show.I wish you all the best in what ever you decide to do in the future.

M.M. Campbellton New Brunswick CANADA (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 10:25 PM)

I only started to watch the view since Rosie was on.I enjoy her opinions because she tells it like it is.She doesn't beat around the bush.I am not a big fan of TV but I did try to keep an hour for her.You will be missed like when you left your talk show.I wish you all the best in what ever you decide to do in the future.

M.M. Campbellton New Brunswick CANADA (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 10:25 PM)

I recall that several months ago Donald Trump predicted that Rosie would be leaving the "The View". I believe the so-called contract dispute with ABC is a nice way to cover up what Trump's forecast. The "Donald" said he based his prediction on a telephone chat with Ms. Walters. I guess he was correct. Rosie had every right to express her mind, but clearly she was too controversial for even cable TV.

charles capozzi hackensack, nj (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 10:44 PM)

So she finally wore out her welcome, did she? Yeah, sure. A "contract disagreement". Wasn't that the excuse Star Jones was supposed to have used before she blurted out that she'd been fired? I'm sure ABC is happy to bid her adieu. I seldom watched the show because I also am alergic to happy talk. But Rosie turned what was supposed to be a pleasant morning listening to intelligent women discuss current events into tabloid T.V. She would be right at home on the FOX network. In spite of their critism of her, I bet FOX would love to have her sign on. Or give her a show with a format like Jerry Springer's. She'd have to have personal body guards right on stage to keep from being assaulted by her guests. Now I'd be tempted to watch that!

Pam, Yakima WA (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 10:49 PM)

i think it is about time they got rid of this idiot. she is rude and obnoxious.

marilyn vestal ny (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 11:15 PM)

I was sitting in the waiting room on Monday waiting for my yearly OB. Every woman including me had their backs to the TV and The View was on. Rosie's radical tirades are nearly over. She's uneducated, gross ("Have you seen my A--," and does not represent my views.

Donna (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 11:23 PM)

I enjoy people expressing their opinion. That is not what Rosie did. She ran over anyone that expressed a counter opinion. She verbally overwhelmed any intelligent conversation and I, for one, will not miss her at all. Finally, the verbal assault queen is dead, long live the queen.

Leewdafd, Peoria, Md (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 11:23 PM)

DITTO to all the following statements and what a ridiculous hateful 911 conspiracy theory she espoused. I could never stand Rosie. I'm glad that she is leaving THE VIEW. She is not very well informed on most of the subjects she talks about. She's just loving listening to herself talk. I have found her to represent the very lowest common denominator:crass, vulgar, inarticulate, undereducated, narrow-minded, rabble-rouser..like Sharpton:not helping, not part of the solution, just trouble-inducing, invective spewing low-class. I couldn't be more happier that the "BIG MOUTH" is leaving that show. I use to watch "The View" but quit since the "BIG MOUTH" has been on it. She's ignorant and who cares about the "BIG MOUTH'S" opinion anyway. It doesnt mean diddly squat anyway. Listening to her is like listening to a donkey bray. Good riddence "BIG MOUTH". It'll be very nice not to have to listen to you anymore. When Rosie was signed to the view, I decided that the show had gone to the dogs. Needless to say that without watching it she is still plastered in our faces through news and sensationalistic journalism. I am glad she was finally let go regardless what either party says. She will never be someone whether as a celebrity or as a US citizen who is worth an ounce of the freedom of speech that is taken for granted by people like her. Good Riddance!! O'Donnell is a loudmouthed, ignorant, no talent that can't stand criticism She tries to shout down any opposition to her cherished opinion. I don't bother tuning in most days to hear the same old big mouthed crap. During the past year since Rosie has been on the View, I have watched in horror as she spouted her poison and voiced her "opinions". She is supposed to be an intertainer. Instead, she used her platform to persuade the viewers to feel and believe what she felt and believed. I am very happy to hear that she is leaving.

Will D Headon, Conway, AR (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 11:23 PM)

Rosie ROCKS and will be greatly missed. Everyone who has left an email, even the HATERS, have the benefit of freedom of speech and the right to their opinions. Rosie had a lot of opinions and that's why I loved her. She made me think, laugh, and gave me the opportunity to watch the Bill O'Reilly's and Donald Trumps froth at the mouth and make asses out of themselves every day!

Mimi, Tacoma, WA (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 11:37 PM)

I truly will miss Rosie on The View. To me the best part of the show were the Hot Topics. She is funny, informed and brave enough to say what I feel a lot of the audience would like to say. If not, why are the ratings so high? It was a pleasure to watch women discuss various topics and not always agree. I personally hope that MSNBC will be able to recreate this with Rosie's replacement - but I seriously doubt it. I will miss you Rosie!!!!

J. Couglar, Rochester, NY (Sent Wednesday, April 25, 2007 11:59 PM)

Rosie wanted to have an open discussion of 9/11 and the network was attacked; that is taboo. Truth is not allowed about this subject, sadly. She was asked to not discuss it; Rosie can't be bought.

sweetgal65 (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 12:10 AM)

Ok, you like Rosie you don't like it. That's anybodies opinion. I never liked the product. But it sales. I see it, I move on. If it go's somewhere else, so be it. If I see that product, I don't care to "View", it's a click away from initiation.

Paul Okano,Georgetown,Kentucky (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 1:06 AM)

Rosie should be ignored, but my is she getting the publicity and that is just what her network and Barbara wanted. So sad, so very sad. M. Seiler Mt Angel, OR

Mary Seiler Mt Angel OR (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 2:30 AM)

I stopped watching "The View" when Rosie "TOOK OVER"She is a filthy mouthed bully. She is what is wrong in this country today, these anti-American statements that Hollywood spews out daily. What are we teaching our childrn? Srar Jones was a "class act". She was smart and stood up for her beliefs, beliefs that Hollywood hates. I have lost all respect for Barbara Walters. She was Rosie's lap dog and I truly believe was and is afraid Rosie. The way she defended Rosie, has stained her legacy and now she will have to live with this. I don't for one moment think Ms. Walters condoned the hateful things Rosie was spewing out. I think she was afraid of her and this has people all over the internet talking about Barbara and how she treated Rosie in comparison to her treatment of Star Jones. It seems when people express their faith, they are immediatly hated. I remember all the times when Joy B. told Rosie to " keep your faith to yourself." Star understood this bias and always was humble and polite to these hateful remarks Joy through at her. I will never watch this show again, not after seeing Barbara take up for this filthy mouthed bully. One of your replies asks what has Donald Trump done for people. He has provided jobs and I commend him for taking Rosie 'on.' He has two daughters and I am sure he would not want them listening to the vulgar remaks this woman is famous for.

M.A. Jones Aiken, SC (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 3:26 AM)

Rosie's departure from the View is welcomed! Unfortunately, there was no one else on the show who could act as the counter-balance to her rants - poor, poor Ms Hasselbeck - she just could not hold her own against the loud and bullying tactics of Rosie........

GGG, Wash DC (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 7:35 AM)

I am wondering if Rosie were just another person in the crowd and was spewing the hateful comments that she has hurled on The View, would you people who think she is so great want to include her in your circle of friends? Maybe 1 hour a day is okay, however, to have to listen to her opinion all the time would be quite frankly exhausting. There is a difference between expressing your own point of View and screaming it at the top of your lungs to make sure everyone hears what you have to say. I watched her when she had her own show and thoroughly enjoyed her. Over the years, she has become a very hateful, hard woman. Being classified as a "terrorist" in her mind, I am part of the Christian right, makes me not hate her but want to pray that Rosie will find the peace that she obviously needs in her life.

Rene D , Pasadena, Md. (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 7:55 AM)

I totally agree about free speech and stating one's opinion. What I can't tolerate is the sleezy, backbiting and degrading of other people. What kind of country have we become that so many people enjoy that sort of thing and call it entertainment? All of the so called "news entertainment" shows do it. They don't just disagree with another persons opinion, they personnally attack them and think it is funny. It is like watching a bunch of grammer school kids that their parents haven't taught any manners. I was always taught to think for myself and stand up for my opinion with "RESPECT". If I had ever talked about someone like that, degraded someone or made fun of them I would have gotten my rear end busted! SHAME ON ALL OF YOU!

Judi Erwin, Sand Springs, OK. (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 8:24 AM)

I've never watched an entire View show (started to, sometimes, depending on the guest), but it seems to me that regardless of opinion, part of living in a free, tolerant, democratic society is the willingness to express that opinion in a polite, respectful manner. Rosie can express her opinions, great! If she can do it without belittling every other opinion, even better! I'm the type who can't stand political "humor" or personal attacks because the issues really are critically important...

Terry, Jackson, Mich. (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 8:25 AM)

Rosie is odious. It seems the highest praise that people, even those who like her, can assign to her is that she "got people talking". The same can be said for Cho Seung-Hui, and I'm sick of seeing his face on TV, too.

Millie Henderson Woburn, MA (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 9:13 AM)

Rosie made The View "must see TV," and the ratings will surely drop with her departure. Whether you agreed with her opinions or not, she started the dialogue this country is so desperately in need of! Rosie was brave enough to share what were often deemed "not-so-popular" views, and we need more people like her in mainstream television. Bravo Rosie! Thank you for getting the world to talk about the important things in life!!!!!! I will miss you!

Heather, Melbourne Beach, FL (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 10:04 AM)

Would you people please stop portraying Rosie as some icon of intelligent thought? She has accused the Bush administration of orchestrating the 9/11 attacks on the United States, without a shred of evidence to back up her ridiculous and (yes, "Jules") poisonous assertion. The last thing television needs is another fact-less far Left attack dog, and incidentally, it's not funny. Isn't Rosie billed as a comedian? Last time that I checked, ignorance wasn't funny.

Andrew R, Dayton OH (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 10:30 AM)

I loved watching the "View" on my days off before Rosie came aboard. It's not that I don't like her, she is just to loud and to pushy for this show. I am glad she is going and sorry to hear she may make a few surprise visits.

Linda, Baltimore, MD (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 10:45 AM)

I am going to miss Rosie. She made the View a more thought provoking and entertaining show. I haven't always agreed with her opinions, but she always made me think. I find it disgusting that people have to criticize her by making fun of her weight, being gay, etc. This type of backlash just shows that they can't think of anything better to say (yes, I'm referring to you Mr. Trump). This woman has done so much to help the helpless (Katrina victims, children, veterans) so she proves constantly that she is a human being with a heart and puts her money to worthwhile causes. I like that she's outspoken and isn't afraid to argue with those who have differing opinions. She has shown a lot of courage to present her views even when they are not policitcally correct or popular. I hope that her guest appearances are often!

Melissa / New Mexico (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 10:58 AM)

I didn’t always agree with her but I definitely admire her courage at speaking her mind. More often than not, she got me thinking in a direction I had not considered and although many might have found her abrasive, she was honest, direct and didn’t pull punches. I admire that in my friends and I admire that in television personalities, even when they don’t share my political views. I certainly don’t fear it honesty from a person and you always knew that’s what you were getting from her.

Peter Fields, Pasadena CA (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 11:06 AM)

You didn't have to "love" Rosie to love what she stand's for. Afterall this is still the country where you are allowed to express you own view. It is a sad day for us all that the view will soon return to the limited viewpoint it had expressed before Rosie's arrival.

Cheryl M. Jones, Boston, MA (Sent Thursday, April 26, 2007 11:18 AM)



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