A NFL Team for Rush Limbaugh?

Rick Morrissey's article in the Chicsgo Tribune goes like this:

"Trying to envision a scenario in which the NFL allows Rush Limbaugh to own part of the Rams requires a runaway imagination and quite possibly some psychedelic drugs.

It's not going to happen. There is no way the league lets the conservative radio talk show host own a piece of the Rams, even if that piece is a blade of grass from the team's practice field. No way."

Morrisey also says "People have a First Amendment right to say just about anything in this country. But there is nothing in the First Amendment that says a business has to accept someone who might be anathema to more than half of its workers. No one has a constitutional right to own an NFL team."


So what's all the controversy about Rush Limbaugh wanting to buy an NFL team?

Let's look at the facts:

Fact #1. Some folks object to the hate and bigotry that Rush Limbaugh spews n the public air ways. But, some folks love him and agree with every word. In fact they love it so much that they tune in faithfully to his programs. His ratings soar, his contracts keep getting more lucrative and guess what...he has the money to finance his dream of owning an NFL team.

Fact #2. In America, every person's right to free speech is protected by our constitution. Spewing hatred and bigotry can even get you elected to Congress, so how can it keep you from making a purchase that you have the money to make?

Fact #3. So Rush made some comments about the NFL and some of its players that some folks don't like and disagree with. They say he'll be divisive and create a negative atmosphere. Well, that's his trademark and his claim to fame. It's what keeps his wallet fat and his checkbook ready to buy an NFL team.

Fact #4. They tell me this is America...Land of the free and home of the brave. They say we don't discriminate against folks...not based on their race, sex, national origin, age, etc. I believe we don't discriminate based on how a person uses his right to free speech.

Enough about Rush Limbaugh. I know I don't want to be like him or even talk about him. I'll remember what this country stands for and it's goals, aims and principles. Even if we fall short of those goals, aims, and principles at times, I'd like to think we'll keep trying to achieve them. One thing I'm sure of though...Money Talks and Rush has the money! Of course, time will tell it all. Whether he gets the NFL deal or not, he'll still win. He can whine about being a victim forever!