Comments on: Wie Finds Winner’s Circle

By: bbub

bbub — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:12:05 +0000

Mann also has the freedom of speech in this country. People forget about that. If you do not like her opinion, so what. God created Muslims but they worship the wrong one. That’s her point. Aside from what Oblunder says, this is a Christian nation, like it or not. We are just not very good ones.
Also, you saying Wie is great….after Lorena and Annika quit she has more of a chance now. Match her handicap to theirs. Who’s better. Well, Wie will do fine, good for her. She needed to get away from dada.

By: Jeremy

Jeremy — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:56:05 +0000

Mann’s comments aren’t surprising, and they can be considered controversial only because she represents an organization that is very sensitive about it’s image.

I think she sounds very close-minded, but that’s her right. I have no problems with that. Where I believe she is wrong is this statement: “The United States is a Christian country, founded on Christian principles and with an expectation of Christian behavior.” The US is populated by many Christians — but also Jews, Muslims, Hindus, atheists, etc. We are not a “Christian country” beyond simply having a large population — the Founding Fathers did not want that and the Constitution reflects that. There is an expectation of MORAL behavior, but it is close-minded to associate morality solely with the Christian faith.

Also, let’s stop comparing ourselves to less-tolerant countries who persecute their population for not acting, thinking, or worshiping a certain way. This is America, we are Americans, and we are above that type of behavior.

By: Dennis

Dennis — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:07:02 +0000

I wonder how many people will eat their words and opinions about Michelle that they made not very long ago when she was still a teenager? Will they even admit that they said anything derogatory?

I think that Michelle will make us forget about Annika and Lorena before she is through!

By: Timothy Moore

Timothy Moore — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:06:07 +0000

Vicki, without getting too far into a Theological discussion, Carol’s remark “i do not believe the Muslims are the children of the God i know” is a correct statement from a Non-Muslim point of view, just ask a believer of Islam whether he believs in Christ(Jesus) or Allah, does he/she read the Holy Bible or Qouran, you wont be surprised as to which answer is given. That being said although you may not agree with her satement it’s hard to believe that someone as progressive as your thinking seem’s to be could brand Carol as a “Hateful Bigot” because of her religious views, dont just react, Interact.

By: vicki kritzell

vicki kritzell — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:31:06 +0000

Brian, how can you say Carol Mann’s remarks aren’t anti-muslim? Her statement that Muslims are not the children of the God she knows is hateful. Our constitution guarantees freedom of religion and protection from persecution in worship for all faiths, not just Christians. Facebook is indeed a social network, and as such those of us who use it must know when we post that we are going to be judged by those who read our thoughts. Carol obviously does not care that others will likely conclude that she is a bigot. She does not represent the best interest of the LPGA, which is clearly not an organization just for Christians.

By: Steven Boepple

Steven Boepple — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:24:17 +0000

My hat is off to Mann for not being ashamed of her Christian convictions. After all isn’t face book for expressing one’s opinions? Not to mention that she is correct about our nation’s founding. It’s only controversial because today there is no tolerance toward Christian beliefs. Do you see Christian churches or “Centers” being allowed in Muslim countries?

By: Brian

Brian — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:06:08 +0000

Mann’s remark should NOT be considered anti-Muslim! She may be anti-Ground Zero worship center, just as I am. This country needs to re-evaluate it’s “melting-pot” procedures. Carol is right…we are not the country of origin for the Muslim faith and to have it become a national shrine in one of this country’s greatest cities is not something I want to be supporting. Let’s start taking care of our own heritage and exemplifying what made us the nation we are ( well…let’s dispel the greed part! ).
The Korean incident is not surprising. What the LPGA needs to do is demand that the countries that all these players come from start bellying up to the bar and putting up some major money for tournaments so the United States isn’t footing the majority of payroll for all these players.
Nice to see Tiger Woods starting to find his game again.
I am glad to see someone finally mention that Michelle Wie is still not 21 years old and has won TWICE on the LPGA. All she has going for her is upside and she could still be the best ever!