Afternoon Vid: Redemption Controversial When It Comes to Animal Torture

Heather Horn Dec 28, 2010
President Obama's call to Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie has gotten a lot of attention. The president reportedly praised the Eagles for accepting quarterback Michael Vick, after the quarterback did time in prison for dogfighting. Some, including, apparently, the president, think Vick has served his time, and deserves a second chance. But as Mediaite's Matt Schneider notices, Megyn Kelly at Fox News is having none of it. Inviting two guests on to debate, she lists the torture to which Vick subjected dogs unwilling to fight--hangings, beatings, "rape stands" for females, and more. Here's the discussion:


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