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Even though there are a bunch of animal lovers who will never forgive Michael Vick for his dogfighting business, despite the fact his 18-month prison stint was excessive, he's still going around the country to spread the word that what he did was wrong.
This week he was in New Haven, Connecticut and spoke to high school students from Hillhouse and Wilbur Cross High Schools about his involvement in dogfighting and gave encouragement to the kids.
This week he was in New Haven, Connecticut and spoke to high school students from Hillhouse and Wilbur Cross High Schools about his involvement in dogfighting and gave encouragement to the kids.
"You guys are going to be our future leaders in this world," Vick said at Cross, according to the New Haven Register. "Set your mind on what you want to do moving forward. And each and every day, you have to think about what's the best thing that I can do to become a better person tomorrow. There's going to be some ups and downs, but it's all about how you bounce back from it; it's all about how you persevere."
He told the story of how he got into dogfighting when he was 8 years old, grew up with it as a normal diversion in his life and how he started his Bad Newz Kennels when he was drafted into the NFL in 2001. He also talked about how his choices affected his family and especially his children.
"Going to federal prison, spending 18 months away from my family, which was without a doubt the hardest thing I've had to endure, ... I think in a sense made me a stronger person," Vick said. "I think I'm being used by God, because all the laws have changed since my incident."
In other Vick news, the Eagles quarterback will be featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated. Writer S.L. Price sat down with Vick for an in-depth interview about his comeback from prison. He talked about his attitude after being released as well as the parties he was throwing with his brother, Marcus. One of those parties made headlines after someone was shot outside of one. He said his mother wanted to disown him.
"You went to prison for 19 months, and you come out and you still ain't listening," Vick told Sports Illustrated. "I told myself, I am changing my life. I'm going to do everything they ask me to do. I'm getting myself away from this madness."
The new issue is on newsstands this week.
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By: Judy on 11/24/2010 7:50PM
He belongs behind bars. Why did thay let that boy out of jail is what we want to know. He should be behind bars for his crimes.
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By: TN Reader on 11/24/2010 10:45PM
No Judy,
You do not speak for most of us. Michael Vick has paid his debt to society and then some. He has as much right to pursue a career as anyone else. We do not prevent citizens from from gainful employment for the rest of their lives once they have been convicted of a felony.
Mr. Vick has a right to move on with his life. Congratulations to him on his success.
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By: shcshe on 11/25/2010 7:44AM
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By: shcshe on 11/25/2010 7:47AM
"Going to federal prison, spending 18 months away from my family, which was without a doubt the hardest thing I've had to endure, ... I think in a sense made me a stronger person," Vick said. "I think I'm being used by God, because all the laws have changed since my incident.I am an Air Force and single at present .I need a woman who can love me back ..I also uploaded my hot photos on Uniformedmingle .℃○M under the name of hoho212..It's the largest and best club for seeking Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Police Force, and the admirers of those who wear the uniform.I just hope you don't mind me being a soldier ...Please Check it out!I'm serious.
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By: Steve on 11/30/2010 3:24AM
Mark Furhman says the "n" word a few times twenty years ago and he's never forgiven by the black community...Vick tortures and kills innocent dogs and you forgive him the next day. White America will never respect black America until this racist double-standard is stopped. Racism can cut both ways.
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By: rh on 11/25/2010 9:55PM
Since when do you think, black people are on their knees ask some thieving whites like you for respect
thats a bad position for anyone to be in,I know most whites assume the superior position over blacks. because of slavery but it aint so.It is you who are looking for acceptance by black people
and your jealousy shows in your rantings. The idea
Vick, needs your blessings from a po cracker like you.
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By: beatrice on 11/26/2010 3:02PM
What the hell does this have to do with race anyway? He did something wrong! he went to jail which he deserved now move on. Who the hell cares about Mark Furhman anyway... Spare us this White America, Black America bullshyt.
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By: q on 11/25/2010 8:48PM
Its a dam dog!!! He's served his time. Get over it. There are people who have taken lives, raped, molested and dont get 18 months in jail.
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By: Judy on 11/26/2010 11:33AM
Yes we agree. He belongs in prison for a long long time. Not out playing some ball game and gitting money.
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