Manly Inclusive Pride jersey backlash

[Newtown]

It's not the NRL. It's Manly. It's also a jersey supporting gay people who are a minority in society.

I don't get the argument against it at all.

This guy here is blaming it on colonization. He states prior to colonization pacific islanders were cool with gay relationships.

Don’t blame Pacific Island cultures for queer fear. Blame colonisation

With just over 45 per cent of NRL players identifying from a Pasifika heritage, it is important we understand and celebrate cultural diversity and their differences.

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I reckon it's pretty bad in today's age that some people can't accept people who are gay. This is not stating people have to be gay. It's just stating give them some support rather than look down on them as sinners or bad people or something like that.

So, don't you think the Polynesians should be respected for their beliefs? Since the Manly players were not made aware of this jumper by the NRL don't you think the NRL is at fault for the same reasons the Wests tigers lost two by the NRL somehow finding a dubious rule that Wests Tigers and all NRL teams would not have been aware of?

 

[Newtown]

In my opinion this is completely different. That was an atrocious display of referring and just as bad a cover up or whatever you want to call it after that. It was also from the NRL.

Manly have handled this terribly.

Manly have handled this very well because they have respected their own players beliefs.

 

[Tiger_Fanatic3]

 

[earl]

Manly have handled this very well because they have respected their own players beliefs.

You are correct. They've done the right thing.

 

[earl]

So, don't you think the Polynesians should be respected for their beliefs?

Definitely not. Those views are abhorrent. That is like asking should you respect any viewpoint that is discriminatory.

There is no excuse for bigoted viewpoints within society.

Since the Manly players were not made aware of this jumper by the NRL don't you think the NRL is at fault for the same reasons the Wests tigers lost two by the NRL somehow finding a dubious rule that Wests Tigers and all NRL teams would not have been aware of?

Not at all.

 

[The SHADOW]

It’s women in league week that is supposed to be celebrated, yes Women , mums daughters sisters , nothing to do with the gay community, so those who decided that this is the week to highlight inclusion need a kick in the backside

You know what , it also caught me by surprise, both days should be celebrated separately. shame to the NRL for letting this happen.

 

[Cobarcats]

You legend, had me all day, did it bring a smile on your face when the moment took you back. 🤣

I never like Casey, had a big mouth.

 

[The SHADOW]

Hang your head in shame NRL. SHAME ON YOU.
BOTH the NRL and MW should be disgusted with themselves , forever and ever.

 

[upthetigers]

I have no issues with them refusing to wear the jersey. Sexual preference shouldn't be forced on you if they're against it then so be it. Why should they be forced to promote a belief they don't agree with?

 

[Cobarcats]

I didn't know that the real reason why the players were told not to go to the game was because the police advised them not to.
Why? Because of fans backlash and player safety, or not to further embarrass the front office?

 

[The SHADOW]

I never like Casey, had a big mouth.

Can’t miss if ya swung

 

[JRDee]

‘We’ve talked about it’: Robinson says Roosters would wear pride jersey

The Roosters coach has spoken passionately as his side prepares to take on a Sea Eagles outfit decimated by the fallout from the rainbow jersey debacle.

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Good to see Trent Robinson speaking up about this issue and being pretty clear that he considers this discriminatory.

If Robinson feels this way why are they not wearing rainbow jumpers as well then????

 

[The SHADOW]

If Robinson feels this way why are they not wearing rainbow jumpers as well then????

go and ask him,I’d love to know

 

[Demps]

go and ask him,I’d love to know

I thought he spoke well...

Specifically mentioned its HIS opinion and he's speaking for HIMSELF only - not the club, the players, etc.

Said he wants everyone to feel loved, included, etc.

Good on him.

 

[The SHADOW]

I thought he spoke well...

Specifically mentioned its HIS opinion and he's speaking for HIMSELF only - not the club, the players, etc.

Said he wants everyone to feel loved, included, etc.

Good on him.

That’s all he can say, it’s not his home game, but supports the day, well said TR

 

[LeichhardtTiger]

I am confused. This Round is called The Women in League Round so Manly decide to whack a clear LGBTIQaBC+# message on their Jersey. Manly - so far from Bondi & Oxford Street! Pathetic.

 

[earl]

If Robinson feels this way why are they not wearing rainbow jumpers as well then????

It was Manly's decision. Not the Roosters.

 

[The SHADOW]

It was Manly's decision. Not the Roosters.

Plain and simple , more to the point MR PENN

 

[bathursttiger1]

Ron Casey struck a nerve with singer, Vietnam veteran and proud Monarchist Normie Rowe. While Rowe was expressing his personal point of view, Casey sarcastically responded and insulted his honour as a soldier, upsetting Rowe immensely.
They walked towards each other and Casey got the first punch in.
I remember old Casey saying in another interview that he was glad they were restrained, " I would've had a heart attack if I had to throw another punch. Rowe would've killed me". 🤣

It was "Won Casey"🤣

 

[The SHADOW]

A big majority groups such the DI@##$KEDS
always want to rain on other peoples parade.
We all agree there everywhere now.