Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967 Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 Sometimes it don't pay to try to say something nice. Steve Martin blasted for tribute comment on Carrie Fisher Steve Martin received backlash for a tribute he paid to Carrie Fisher on Twitter. On Tuesday, the comic wrote in a since-deleted tweet, "When I was a young man, Carrie Fisher was the most beautiful creature I had ever seen. She turned out to be witty and bright as well." Media outlets and fans immediately turned on the comedian saying Martin’s tweet had a sexist undertone. Oh well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyesa Horg Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 And suddenly eveyone was offended by everything, you can't win. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 I would have tweeted back: This middle finger has a sexist undertone too...if I were a tweeting twit using Twitter...now I need a drink or twa...Bottles? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 And I say, "WHO CARES! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog McCoy SASS #5672 Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 Some People need to get a Life. Bottles, setup everyone with a round on me. Maddog Cinnabon also faced criticism for a tweet they sent out saying, "RIP Carrie Fisher, you'll always have the best buns in the galaxy." They deleted their tweet. #cinnabon pic.twitter.com/m0TERwWW2g — Michael O'Brien (@Converge241) December 27, 2016 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967 Posted December 28, 2016 Author Share Posted December 28, 2016 I'm reminded of the time in San Francisco (where else?) when I walked into the break room at work... three female-type persons were seated at a nearby table; I smiled, and said "Good morning, ladies..." At which one of 'em turned, glowered at me, and snapped "We are WOMEN! We are NOT 'ladies'!" I smiled again and responded "Well then... I reckon you aren't at that," and walked away. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clay Mosby Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 That was a fantastic rebuttal HPC, wish I could think that fast sometimes!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowCatcher Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967 Posted December 28, 2016 Author Share Posted December 28, 2016 (edited) Good 'un, Shadow...!! "The Great One" speaks! Edited December 28, 2016 by Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster Ron Wayne Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 (edited) Seems these days everyone is PC. Everyone where's thier feelings on their sleeve. And everyone has rights except you ! Edited December 29, 2016 by Rooster Ron Wayne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 I have worked in public transit agencies for 23 years of my adult life. PC is a way of life in these agencies but I have somehow managed to not get fired from any of them...I came close a couple of times but my work and my reputation has outweighed the stupidity that I have had to deal with. That and I am pretty good at twisting these people up when they need it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdeacon Joe Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 I'm reminded of the time in San Francisco (where else?) when I walked into the break room at work... three female-type persons were seated at a nearby table; I smiled, and said "Good morning, ladies..." At which one of 'em turned, glowered at me, and snapped "We are WOMEN! We are NOT 'ladies'!" I smiled again and responded "Well then... I reckon you aren't at that," and walked away. Did you get talked to by HR for that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 P.O.O.P. (See my line below.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocWard Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 I heard about this driving to work. I'm not sure if Mr. Martin is more easily bullied than I, or if he simply has more class. My next tweets would have been very pointed toward those critical of my comment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 ONE D TEN Ts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 I heard about this driving to work. I'm not sure if Mr. Martin is more easily bullied than I, or if he simply has more class. My next tweets would have been very pointed toward those critical of my comment. Usually I would just say screw 'me. But when the event is the passing of a friend I would also remove anything causing controversy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 My great-niece got an A and had an essay published in a UCLA campus paper on how offensive and demeaning being called a girl or girls was. Seriously, I thought it was a term of endearment. Y'all can call me "girl" any time. This is from the generation that calls people the expletive (or, so it has become) for a female dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 That's a relief, Allie. I couldn't begin to imagine anyone calling you a guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Wouldn't it be wonderful... and hilariously refreshing... if someone like Steve Martin responded to these sorts of criticism with words like "My comments were made in tribute to a friend and fellow actor. I intended no offense to her nor to her memory, but if you will tell me exactly what I said that you found offensive I'll be happy to say those same words as often as I can." 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdgun Quail, SASS #63663 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Bless the offended's heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967 Posted December 30, 2016 Author Share Posted December 30, 2016 Wouldn't it be wonderful... and hilariously refreshing... if someone like Steve Martin responded to these sorts of criticism with words like "My comments were made in tribute to a friend and fellow actor. I intended no offense to her nor to her memory, but if you will tell me exactly what I said that you found offensive I'll be happy to say those same words as often as I can." I love it! Followed by a smile and a heartfelt "And by the way... Up Yours!" And speaking of "and by the way's..." By the way ~ anyone who wouldn't recognize Allie a a girl ( ) is blind, nuts, or from San Francisco! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Bullweed Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 I would have suggested to Mr. Martin to ignore such a mindless, self-centered snit when his intent was to honor someone that he obviously thought much of, and then some gentle banjo music in a minor chord. If we stop paying attention (and giving power) to offended fools, maybe they will go away. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocWard Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Usually I would just say screw 'me. But when the event is the passing of a friend I would also remove anything causing controversy. You make a very good point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 Usually I would just say screw 'me. But when the event is the passing of a friend I would also remove anything causing controversy. ahem, fumble fingers here "Screw 'em" I meant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 I would have suggested to Mr. Martin to ignore such a mindless, self-centered snit when his intent was to honor someone that he obviously thought much of, and then some gentle banjo music in a minor chord. If we stop paying attention (and giving power) to offended fools, maybe they will go away. Good thought. PS y'alls HPC and FR! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chili Ron Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 Howdy, Ive learned I rarely have to apologize for things I don't say. This tweet stuff is going to start WWIII. Best CR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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