Tucker Carlson: ‘Michael Vick should be executed’ (Whaa..?)
Tucker Carlson.
Michael Vick.
I write this knowing that the last thing anybody wants — least of all me — is to rehash Michael Vick’s history of dog fighting. But this seems worth mentioning: A commentator for Fox News (”fair and balanced”) just declared that Vick should be executed.
Tucker Carlson, filling in for Sean Hannity on Fox News, was addressing reports that President Obama phoned Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie to congratulate him for giving Vick a second chance in the NFL. Carlson went off on a rant and punctuated his remarks by declaring, “I think personally he should’ve been executed for that.”
Wow. And he said this even BEFORE the Eagles were upset by Minnesota Tuesday night. What would Carlson do to Vick now?
Here’s the video:
Once more, this time with feeling: Vick served his time for his crimes and has the right to earn a living. Anybody who chooses to boo or criticize him as a result of his past is completely within their rights. But I’m certain declaring on a national news broadcast that somebody should be executed probably is over the journalistic line.
Then again, I’m not completely familiar with Fox’s “fair and balanced” standards.
Tell us what you think about the site
Customer Care »
Vacation stops, manage subscriptions and more
AJC Services
Sections
Other Editions
Visitor Agreement | Privacy Statement
© 2013 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
339 comments Add your comment
Jim Sutherland
December 29th, 2010
11:00 am
Which is why no one cares what Carlson says. Why are you giving him the publicity that he seeks? John Stewart called him on his bow-ties being theater, to his face no less. This is more of that. You spreading this dribble is inflammatory and theater itself.
Matt "CHOKE" Ryan
December 29th, 2010
11:00 am
Steve
December 29th, 2010
9:39 am
Jeff, your first mistake was listening to anything said on the Fox “News” Channel.
Your second mistake was listening to anything said on the Fox “News” Channel.
Finally, are you sure that Tucker’s “execution” comment wasn’t directed towards Obama rather than Vick? That seems to be more consistent with the FNC message.
_______________________________________________-
I think you have something there. Liberals tend to care more about animal torture than conservatives.
In my opinion Fox viewers are not much different from delusional Falcons fans
Jacket 89
December 29th, 2010
11:02 am
See no reason why Carlson’s comments are shocking. Agree 100%. The fact Obama feels the need to chime in, should execute him also.
Eric
December 29th, 2010
11:03 am
@ SHADETREE1
You have just made a very ignorant statement. Supposed someone said you should not have the right to live? Or better yet someone in your family? Remember this, no matter how much you despise someone, people are still human. Grow up!
Jeff Schultz
December 29th, 2010
11:03 am
Fair and Balanced — Fair enough. I’ll do that.
stendek
December 29th, 2010
11:03 am
Why will I never forgive? Sorry Jesus. Long suffering Falcon fans do not deserve being flipped off by a guy being paid zillions of dollars to compete FOR them. Chris Miller did it too but he was an untalented afterthought. Hate him as much as I do MV7. Guess HIS color! MV7 lied to Falcon fans. MV7 admitted QUITTING on teammates and thusly fans. It goes far beyond this dog business with me. It involves a total lack of character or moral worthiness! Do not like ANYONE to do Falcons wrong.
Not even Saints! :0 STENDEK
BirdsRsOaring
December 29th, 2010
11:04 am
does anyone remember what the late robert byrd had to say about vick on the floor of the senate? while babbling and drewling he said that the hottest places in hell are reserved for dog killers..what a moron..what I hate is how society puts life of an animal above the life of uborn children….God have mercy on us…people do need to leave vick alone, he’s paid for his crime, but he should never be allowed to own a dog ever again….
Jewel of the East
December 29th, 2010
11:04 am
Tucker is a Limpnickey (replace the “n” with a “d”. He gets nowhere with the ugly bowtie. I wonder if he is a Muslim in bowtie drag? He claims to be a Christian, I am not so sure about that. He is not very astute on the subject of politics and he only runs his mouth to keep hearing his own voice. He is part of a political party that is run by a pack of staunch old men who have had all the affairs their money could buy and now they have come home to roost when the plumbing went bad. It is sad to see a young man like Tucker surround him self with these old poots and he is following in their steps. Mr. Limpnickey, you may want to keep quiet on Mike Vick or tell him to his face. I am sure you are brave enough. LOL!!!! Yeah right.
Boo Radley
December 29th, 2010
11:04 am
Jeff — This was an enlightening and thought provoking dialogue. I especially appreciated the empty threats that you later tossed in about deleting racially oriented comments, so as to present the idea that you were above it all and had no intention of stirring the racially charged pot. Jeff, when you make such ludicrous comments as that, you convince no one and it only demeans you and the reader. We have been treated to comments about the Klan, white supremacist, nooses, etc., Nice. I hope you feel like you need to take a shower after this low brow effort.
Ted Turner
December 29th, 2010
11:04 am
Jane and I secretly watch Fox News all the time. Even though I say really stupid things, that is just my front. I’m actually too smart to like liberals.
Jerry
December 29th, 2010
11:04 am
Jon Stewart is a witty man.
keep it 100
December 29th, 2010
11:05 am
all president obama did was gave props to the eagles for giving mike vick a second chance!!! thats it!!!, he wasnt backing up dog fighting , what the heck this analyist dude talkin bout!!!!!
stendek
December 29th, 2010
11:05 am
MAKE THAT SIX PAGES JEFF!
STENDEK
Jerry
December 29th, 2010
11:05 am
Tucker does come off as far more intelligent than Stewart, as does Glenn Beck, but Stewart is witty.
Paul N Destin
December 29th, 2010
11:06 am
It appears LBJ’s Great Society might not be working out for us anymore! You had to know the bill would come due one day…..didn’t you.
Rufus
December 29th, 2010
11:06 am
Mike has done his time so let him play ball. Man talking about throwing rocks in glass houses. One would think we all are perfect and never made a mistake in our lives. Its time to forgive and let go. Peace.
BirdDawg24
December 29th, 2010
11:07 am
falcons still need to beat carolina,and that wont be easy. carolina will play them like they have nothing to lose. falcons shouldve wrapped it up mon nite.
Cinnamon
December 29th, 2010
11:07 am
Dang…Let it go! People mad because he redeemed himself..
Matt "CHOKE" Ryan
December 29th, 2010
11:07 am
I also thought it was interesting what Chris Collinsworth said last night, something I have been saying for the past few seasons.
He said of Joe Webb, Mike Vick and Tim Tebow and even Aaron Rodgers.
He said, it is looking more and more that we may be seeing the new breed of qb play (the mobile qb).
Its no secret, the linemen, linebackers and blitzing safeties are just getting bigger and faster and qbs like Peyton Manning and Tom Brady are a dying breed. Wait until Tom Brady gets in the playoffs and face the playoff version of top defenses – he won’t be able to sit comfortable in that pocket and once he gets touched, he squirms just like CHOKE does.
So, that new breed theory is now reaching the analysts – told ya so
Sorry guys, that old style of sitting in the pocket is over
The Black Marvel
December 29th, 2010
11:07 am
What would Jerry “The Greek” Snyder say?
VICKDIDN'TEATTHEDOG
December 29th, 2010
11:08 am
Anyone who has hatred towards Michael Vick should understand:
“Michael Vick DIDN’T eat the dog, YOU AT THE CHICKEN…now who is sick?”
You hypocrites eat chicken, fish, cow,etc…
Of course you guys are “SELECTIVE” on your domesticated pets which feeds right into the thoughts of liberal and conservative eltist. Who believe you are selective on who deserves specific rights as well as 2nd chances. If this were Peyton Manning not a word would be uttered, why? He is “SELECTED”. This is the same of how it is terrible to kill dogs, BUT OK TO KILL CHICKENS, COWS, FISH, SPIDERS, etc…Forget Kill! It’s OK TO EAT THOSE ANIMALS! People dig into a juicy burger daily WHILE CONDEMNING MICHAEL VICK for his crimes. Last time I checked they can all be PETS. But the “SELECTED” dog and cats are the animals of the chosen few. This is the most hypocritical discussion i have heard in year; more importantly a clear sign of the cultural elitism that exist in America.
Ted Turner
December 29th, 2010
11:08 am
LBJ should be executed. (Oh forgot, he already dead.)
JSS
December 29th, 2010
11:08 am
“does anyone remember what the late robert byrd had to say about vick on the floor of the senate? while babbling and drewling he said that the hottest places in hell are reserved for dog killers..what a moron.”
Why speak ill of the dead? Well except for Roy Cohn…
Max
December 29th, 2010
11:08 am
Jeff – great blog. HAPPY NEW YEAR.
Fan of Vick
December 29th, 2010
11:09 am
LOL!!!!!!!!!! It’s amazing to see all of you insensitive less than human call yourselves men on here in support of this Tucker Carlson stunt! Vick was wrong as two left shoe’s fighting those dog’s! Went to prison And has started his life all over again, So since he’s shining in Philly, This clown Tucker Pull’s this crap. What also amazes me is you people glory in seeing the demise of another human being that made a terrible mistake in his life and trying to move on. Leave the man alone!!!!
obama and Vick a pair made in hell
December 29th, 2010
11:10 am
Obama the jock sniffer takes time out from his 40th vacation this year to call a football team owner to impress on him the need for affirmative action.Yeah nothing going on in the USA that needs his attention or focus. Keep up the good work. BTW how many fumbles and interceptions last night Vick? Back to your old ways. Prediction he’ll be arrested again before the next 12 months go by
Jeff Schultz
December 29th, 2010
11:10 am
Boo Radley — I’ve deleted about 100 comments. If I missed one, let me know. There’s nothing disingenuous here. But since you’re into name-calling, you’re a bozo.
dga
December 29th, 2010
11:10 am
I’m all for second chances, but the reality of it is, Vick got a second chance in a situation where nobody else would. Let’s take a high school principle (this is hypothetical of course). This principle did a great job at the school. The school had the best test scores and graduation rate in the state. The school also had a great athletic program. Basically, in all facets, the school was top in the state in many areas and one of the top high schools in the country. The principle gets caught up in a dog fighting scandal. Goes to jail. Do you think that principle, even with all of the success in their professional life, would get another job with ANY school in the country (other than possibly being a janitor)? I doubt it. Most ordinary people would not get a second chance if they had been caught up in Vick’s situation. That’s the problem I have.
Jerry
December 29th, 2010
11:11 am
Beck has 2.4 million daily viewers.
Jon Stewart has 1.9 million.
Neither really influence many people, let’s face it.
dga
December 29th, 2010
11:11 am
Obviously, I don’t think Vick should be executed though. That’s just stupid.
Jeff Schultz
December 29th, 2010
11:11 am
Stendek — You’re only seeing the comments that have survived so far.
stendek
December 29th, 2010
11:11 am
You believe ANYTHING White House says Billsen?
You need mental help pal! 
Fast. STENDEK
Marcus Vick
December 29th, 2010
11:12 am
My bro gives mi some money. He a gud dude.
Patrick
December 29th, 2010
11:12 am
Tucker Carlson is so desperate for ratings that he’ll say just about anything that crosses his depraved mind. Just the other day he was barking about “death panels” in the most serious tone imaginable. Now this. He’s pandering to people’s emotions in the worst way possible.
Andy
December 29th, 2010
11:12 am
Yeah Jeff! All the idiots who comment about race and politics and offend each other are your fault! Everything is your fault! Wah wah wah wah.
Fox News = FASLE News
December 29th, 2010
11:12 am
Everything negative comes from FALSE NEWS….
Enemas for Christmas
December 29th, 2010
11:12 am
Just like this well thought out blog, guys like Carlson, Beck, Limbaugh, and Hannity say what they say to get attention. To act surprised or shocked just indicates how obtuse you really are.
James
December 29th, 2010
11:13 am
….(Who the heck is Tucker Carlson?)
Is he upset that people across the country love, hate, and at the very least know who Vick is, while that gorgeous used-car sleaze hair-do goes to waste as Hannity’s hyperbole-spewing backup moron? (As if Sean Hannity himself wasn’t bad enough…)
falconfan 24-7
December 29th, 2010
11:13 am
I’m glad the Eagles got their azzes kicked. The best team in the NFC (Eagles) lost to a third string quarterback.
Mike Vick had a 22.5 quarterback rating last night. He should not be in the Pro Bowl.
Now, the NFL Network and ESPN are out of teams to over-hype. Go Falcons, regroup and press on.
Bat Masterson
December 29th, 2010
11:14 am
I believe the President’s point was most ex-cons don’t get much od a second chance in our society today. Vick has and so far has taken advantage of his chance, not all is forgotten though and he will be watched closely.
Tucker Carlson is an unintelligent trust fund baby looking for relevance, good luck with that Tucker. By good luck of course I mean, fat chance of that. Could be me though, my tolerance for fools is at an all time low.
P Rose
December 29th, 2010
11:14 am
How about Vick’s lack of “execution” on the field last night!
darkchocalate1946
December 29th, 2010
11:14 am
You people act as though Michael Vick is the only person that has done fighting. People get caught doing it all the time. Why don’t you talk about those people too. It’s a bad thing to do whoever does it. You only talk about one person doing it. Cowards that’s what you are.
None of the FASLE News panelist
December 29th, 2010
11:15 am
None of them said ANYTHING lol, I hear you have to AGREE with the host if you are on any of their shows.
JSS
December 29th, 2010
11:15 am
“Wait until Tom Brady gets in the playoffs and face the playoff version of top defenses – he won’t be able to sit comfortable in that pocket and once he gets touched, he squirms just like CHOKE does.”
Now I’ll stand up for Brady a bit here… When he took his licking by the Giants back in the Super Bowl; he’s been a different QB ever since… You might catch him like the Ravens did last playoffs or the Browns did earlier this year; but he’ll try his darnedest to adjust…
FrontRow
December 29th, 2010
11:15 am
Does this mean Tucker Carlson wants Ben Rothelisberger castrated?
stendek
December 29th, 2010
11:15 am
I AM OFFENDED JEFF! Not really. But read this…
Jewel of the East
December 29th, 2010
11:04 am
Tucker is a Limpnickey (replace the “n” with a “d”.
Suppose I said duck but to change d to f or bigger but to change b to n. Get my drift? No less distasteful pal. Just bringing to your attention.
STENDEK
Jerry
December 29th, 2010
11:16 am
Rush Limbaugh is considered the most trusted person in news by many polls. Rush is another right propagandists, only seeing 1 side of the story. But Rush has more followers than CNN & Stewart combined.
Southern Girl
December 29th, 2010
11:16 am
Caralson first comment is that he is a Christian but then go right into saying that Vick should be executed. Thats just silly!! You have people killing people, molesting children & the elderly, robbing & doing home invasions every hour but they still on Vick. Please get a life & finds something better to talk about..
Boo Radley
December 29th, 2010
11:16 am
Jeff — Clever response. Indeed, I am a “bozo” as evidenced by my belief that you would engage in a mature and thoughtful manner. Silly me. By the way” when and where did I resort to any “name-calling”?
Kenneth
December 29th, 2010
11:17 am
This guy is not a Christan if he just said he want to execute Mike Vick for dog fighting. That is just crazy. Although I do like Fox News over the others. This guy cross the line. What a dumb azz!