DISQUS

PMK · 1 year ago

Completely, completely a thousand times over disagree. I don't know what you had to do to convince yourself of that half-ass argument above, but I recall reading an article you highlighted the other day where Doctors, Lawyers, Investment Bankers, etc were all coming out in droves as donating to Democrats by X:1 ratios (see also: mostly affluent whites). Tiger is a mixed-race African American who has dealt with racial biases as has Obama, there is little doubt not supporting him would be more controversial in my mind, regardless of target market (and Tiger has his market, salesmanship not necessary any longer).

As a final note, I believe Tiger, as he always does, was speaking generally and his quote has been taken out of context. I believe he was saying that, in general, bringing a discussion of politics into his life just complicates things, not who he will vote for complicates things.

Eamonn · 1 year ago

Like I said, I don't know, and my speculation on what would be best for Tiger sales-wise was just that, speculation. I think disagreement is worthwhile.

But really, I think the overlap between Tiger's demographic and John McCain voters is probably slightly greater than the overlap between his demographic and Obama supporters. I think that's fair to say. It's also fair to say that he would face criticism from both sides, no matter what.

Anyway, I didn't take him out of context. I agree that what he was saying is that regardless of his positions it is complicated for him to discuss politics. Obviously, it's bad for business, either way. My point is that I have no idea who Woods would support because I don't know anything about Tiger Woods, which is the exactly way he wants it.

Jason · 1 year ago

You're both wrong. He's supporting Nader/Gonzalez.

PMK · 1 year ago

I am confused as to how you didn't take it out of context when you and Mssrs. Brooks both refer to his statement of "making things more complicated" and how it can be used to infer/conclude which candidate he is selecting. Brooks says it means he is supporting Obama, you say it means he is supporting McCain, but you both base these statements on a comment made that in my opinion, and if read correctly, does not at all relate to who he is supporting for President.

Eamonn · 1 year ago

OK, then I made that confusing, because it was early and my brain wasn't working very well today. But I see what you mean now, and no, I don't think the "it makes things complicated" means he supports Obama specifically. My bad.

Now leave me alone. I need a nap.

Jason · 1 year ago

You guys are cute!