Nick Saban urges WV Sen. Joe Manchin to support Freedom to Vote Act

[DvlDog4WVU]

These are the people who cant figure out what happened on Jan 6.
Talk about blind. I dont advocate what happened in any way shape or form.
But it happened because of the Perception of a rigged election.

Agreed. Wouldn’t it be nice to have full confidence in our elections with crazy shit things like VoterID?

 

[DvlDog4WVU]

"Scorched Earth the Senate filibuster in order to pass a law nationalizing elections that will certainly be overturned by the SCOTUS"...does that reflect the average West Virginian? Things that make you go hmmm.....

Overturned in time for the election at the midterm? I’m guessing, no.

 

[TIREPUNK]

Go woke or get cancelled……this is where liberalism/progressivism has taken us.
The fear of mid terms is eating the Dems alive…..lol

 

[roadtrasheer]

Last time I checked saban dont pay joes bills...

 

[MikeIII]

Overturned in time for the election at the midterm? I’m guessing, no.

Exhibit A: Pennsylvania

 

[wvu2007]

Not surprised that goofy Olive Luck is sticking his big nose into it.

 

[WVUATL1]

They are entitled to their ignorant opinions just like the rest of us.

Having said that, this is virtue signaling at it’s finest.

 

[Pony Boy1]

What is the motivation for Saban and West? Don’t recall ever hearing them get political.

 

[ThePunish-EER]

Wow. Just disappointing to see. In fact it’s disgraceful. Lost all respect for Saban and West. The others, I expected would be ignorant. Seriously disappointed.

 

[ThePunish-EER]

What is the motivation for Saban and West? Don’t recall ever hearing them get political.

Answer is they sold out. West depends on the inner city for NBA players. Saban depends on them for recruiting. And the inner city is brainwashed to believe white people are racist and hate them. As I said, I’ve lost all respect for both of them. And like Mike Rowe said before, I doubt their respect is anything they crave from me.

 

[DvlDog4WVU]

What is the motivation for Saban and West? Don’t recall ever hearing them get political.

They’re being paid to speak out and send the letter.

 

[roadtrasheer]

After all joe has said about changing Senate procedures I don't see how he can go back on it .I agree with him on this & I hope he dont change

 

[NeverLeaveYourWingman]

How many of those “sports figures” reside in WV?

Maybe worry about those politicians that represent your own states before you “urge” Joe M who represents West Virginians. Plenty of shit to worry about with Mr. West’s group out in California.

And how about you walk us through the Freedom to Vote Act Nick. Not just a synopsis or canned response, really articulate what it is that you want to see done with it, and why you think that’s the right move….

Yeah I didn’t think so.

 

[mattclp]

Alabama football coach Nick Saban urges West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin to support Freedom to Vote Act​

1:00 PM ET
Alex Scarborough
ESPN Staff Writer
Alabama football coach Nick Saban was among a handful of sports figures from West Virginia to sign a letter urging Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat, to support the passage of the Freedom to Vote Act.

The letter, which was made public on Monday, also was signed by NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West, former West Virginia athletic director Oliver Luck, former NFL All-Pro Darryl Talley and former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue.

Manchin and Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, also a Democrat, have thus far refused to support making a filibuster exception for the voting rights bill. Without the 60 votes to overcome the filibuster, proposed legislation can be kept off the Senate floor indefinitely.

Last week, Manchin released a statement reiterating his commitment to neither eliminate nor weaken the filibuster, the consequences of which, he said, would "only pour fuel onto the fire of political whiplash and dysfunction that is tearing this nation apart."

The Freedom to Vote Act aims to expand voter registration and voting access while limiting the removal of voters from voter rolls. It would also establish Election Day as a federal holiday.

"We strongly support urgently needed legislation that will protect both the rights of voters and the integrity of outcomes in all Federal elections," the letter to Manchin said. "The Freedom to Vote Act, which you sponsored with Committee Chair Senator [Amy] Klobuchar and other colleagues, effectively addressed these goals. Now we also support your leadership in shaping legislation to secure our democracy by protecting election integrity, principled Presidential transitions and our national security during transitions.

"We come from some of our nation's most popular sports leagues, conferences and teams. Some of us have roots and shaped our lives in West Virginia. Others followed very different paths and some of us have been rivals in sports or business. But we are all certain that democracy is best when voting is open to everyone on a level playing field; the referees are neutral; and at the end of the game the final score is respected and accepted."

Saban, who was born in Fairmont, West Virginia, is a longtime friend and supporter of Manchin.

Alabama football coach Nick Saban urges West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin to support Freedom to Vote Act​

Alabama football coach Nick Saban was among a handful of sports figures from West Virginia to sign a letter urging Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat, to support the passage of the Freedom to Vote Act.
The letter, which was made public on Monday, also was signed by NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West, former West Virginia athletic director Oliver Luck, former NFL All-Pro Darryl Talley and former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue.
Manchin and Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, also a Democrat, have thus far refused to support making a filibuster exception for the voting rights bill. Without the 60 votes to overcome the filibuster, proposed legislation can be kept off the Senate floor indefinitely.
Last week, Manchin released a statement reiterating his commitment to neither eliminate nor weaken the filibuster, the consequences of which, he said, would "only pour fuel onto the fire of political whiplash and dysfunction that is tearing this nation apart."
The Freedom to Vote Act aims to expand voter registration and voting access while limiting the removal of voters from voter rolls. It would also establish Election Day as a federal holiday.
"We strongly support urgently needed legislation that will protect both the rights of voters and the integrity of outcomes in all Federal elections," the letter to Manchin said. "The Freedom to Vote Act, which you sponsored with Committee Chair Senator [Amy] Klobuchar and other colleagues, effectively addressed these goals. Now we also support your leadership in shaping legislation to secure our democracy by protecting election integrity, principled Presidential transitions and our national security during transitions.
"We come from some of our nation's most popular sports leagues, conferences and teams. Some of us have roots and shaped our lives in West Virginia. Others followed very different paths and some of us have been rivals in sports or business. But we are all certain that democracy is best when voting is open to everyone on a level playing field; the referees are neutral; and at the end of the game the final score is respected and accepted."
Saban, who was born in Fairmont, West Virginia, is a longtime friend and supporter of Manchin.

Saban has steered clear of making political stances for much of his career, telling reporters in 2020, "I've never endorsed a candidate, nor will I ever endorse a candidate or get involved in politics in any way, shape or form. I don't think that's my place."
The letter to Manchin also said that election administration and the process of vote certification "must be nonpartisan, professional and transparent."
"These principles are now under intentional and unprecedented challenge," the letter said. "In the last year, some 20 states have enacted dozens of laws that restrict voting access and allow local officials or state legislatures to interfere inappropriately with Federal election outcomes. Motivated by the unanticipated outcomes of recent close elections conducted with integrity, these state laws seek to secure partisan advantage by eliminating reliable practices with proven safeguards and substituting practices ripe for manipulation.
"To complement your efforts to have the Senate enact balances and widely supported legislation, we will encourage others in sports, business and other endeavors to join with us in endorsing the concepts set forth in this letter."

Alabama football coach Nick Saban urges West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin to support Freedom to Vote Act​

1:00 PM ET
Alex Scarborough
ESPN Staff Writer
Alabama football coach Nick Saban was among a handful of sports figures from West Virginia to sign a letter urging Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat, to support the passage of the Freedom to Vote Act.

The letter, which was made public on Monday, also was signed by NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West, former West Virginia athletic director Oliver Luck, former NFL All-Pro Darryl Talley and former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue.

Manchin and Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, also a Democrat, have thus far refused to support making a filibuster exception for the voting rights bill. Without the 60 votes to overcome the filibuster, proposed legislation can be kept off the Senate floor indefinitely.

Last week, Manchin released a statement reiterating his commitment to neither eliminate nor weaken the filibuster, the consequences of which, he said, would "only pour fuel onto the fire of political whiplash and dysfunction that is tearing this nation apart."

The Freedom to Vote Act aims to expand voter registration and voting access while limiting the removal of voters from voter rolls. It would also establish Election Day as a federal holiday.

"We strongly support urgently needed legislation that will protect both the rights of voters and the integrity of outcomes in all Federal elections," the letter to Manchin said. "The Freedom to Vote Act, which you sponsored with Committee Chair Senator [Amy] Klobuchar and other colleagues, effectively addressed these goals. Now we also support your leadership in shaping legislation to secure our democracy by protecting election integrity, principled Presidential transitions and our national security during transitions.

"We come from some of our nation's most popular sports leagues, conferences and teams. Some of us have roots and shaped our lives in West Virginia. Others followed very different paths and some of us have been rivals in sports or business. But we are all certain that democracy is best when voting is open to everyone on a level playing field; the referees are neutral; and at the end of the game the final score is respected and accepted."

Saban, who was born in Fairmont, West Virginia, is a longtime friend and supporter of Manchin.

Alabama football coach Nick Saban urges West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin to support Freedom to Vote Act​

Alabama football coach Nick Saban was among a handful of sports figures from West Virginia to sign a letter urging Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat, to support the passage of the Freedom to Vote Act.
The letter, which was made public on Monday, also was signed by NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West, former West Virginia athletic director Oliver Luck, former NFL All-Pro Darryl Talley and former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue.
Manchin and Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, also a Democrat, have thus far refused to support making a filibuster exception for the voting rights bill. Without the 60 votes to overcome the filibuster, proposed legislation can be kept off the Senate floor indefinitely.
Last week, Manchin released a statement reiterating his commitment to neither eliminate nor weaken the filibuster, the consequences of which, he said, would "only pour fuel onto the fire of political whiplash and dysfunction that is tearing this nation apart."
The Freedom to Vote Act aims to expand voter registration and voting access while limiting the removal of voters from voter rolls. It would also establish Election Day as a federal holiday.
"We strongly support urgently needed legislation that will protect both the rights of voters and the integrity of outcomes in all Federal elections," the letter to Manchin said. "The Freedom to Vote Act, which you sponsored with Committee Chair Senator [Amy] Klobuchar and other colleagues, effectively addressed these goals. Now we also support your leadership in shaping legislation to secure our democracy by protecting election integrity, principled Presidential transitions and our national security during transitions.
"We come from some of our nation's most popular sports leagues, conferences and teams. Some of us have roots and shaped our lives in West Virginia. Others followed very different paths and some of us have been rivals in sports or business. But we are all certain that democracy is best when voting is open to everyone on a level playing field; the referees are neutral; and at the end of the game the final score is respected and accepted."
Saban, who was born in Fairmont, West Virginia, is a longtime friend and supporter of Manchin.

Saban has steered clear of making political stances for much of his career, telling reporters in 2020, "I've never endorsed a candidate, nor will I ever endorse a candidate or get involved in politics in any way, shape or form. I don't think that's my place."
The letter to Manchin also said that election administration and the process of vote certification "must be nonpartisan, professional and transparent."
"These principles are now under intentional and unprecedented challenge," the letter said. "In the last year, some 20 states have enacted dozens of laws that restrict voting access and allow local officials or state legislatures to interfere inappropriately with Federal election outcomes. Motivated by the unanticipated outcomes of recent close elections conducted with integrity, these state laws seek to secure partisan advantage by eliminating reliable practices with proven safeguards and substituting practices ripe for manipulation.
"To complement your efforts to have the Senate enact balances and widely supported legislation, we will encourage others in sports, business and other endeavors to join with us in endorsing the concepts set forth in this letter."

a bunch of rich, elitist celebrities pushing for the nationalizing of elections that
$hits all over the normal working man. Can any of these stiffs tell us just who is not able to vote currently? Can these douchebags tell us why they think black people are to stupid to find a polling place or smart enough to have an ID to show at the polling place? They want them to have a vax card to order a double Big Mac, but asking for id to vote is racist? They cannot, because it’s all BS. More people voted in the last presidential election than ever, more minorities voted than ever. Our Founders were smart enough to develop the system that protects states like WV, and doesn’t let NY and california rule them

 

[Pony Boy1]

They’re being paid to speak out and send the letter.

Not saying you’re wrong but sounds too simple for these two. The others I could see.

 

[DvlDog4WVU]

Not saying you’re wrong but sounds too simple for these two. The others I could see.

Part of their endorsement deal requirements.

 

[roadtrasheer]

How many of those “sports figures” reside in WV?

Maybe worry about those politicians that represent your own states before you “urge” Joe M who represents West Virginians. Plenty of shit to worry about with Mr. West’s group out in California.

And how about you walk us through the Freedom to Vote Act Nick. Not just a synopsis or canned response, really articulate what it is that you want to see done with it, and why you think that’s the right move….

Yeah I didn’t think so.

Mr. West loves him some communists California, he can call Nancy Pelosi & talk about his problems. Joe Manchin needs to listen to us folks who vote for him

 

[Pospecteer]

I truly respect very wealthy white men who made/make their money using minority labor to know what is best for the country. They have the pulse of the inner cities because they make their money there. This truly changes everything...I support it now.

That being said, Darryl Talley, a minority who made millions and lost it all..only to be helped by a bunch of racist white people is just funny. He must be suffering from Stockholm syndrome as the people he is supporting are the ones that took all of his money, health and livelihood.

 

[Airport]

What is the motivation for Saban and West? Don’t recall ever hearing them get political.

Saban is dependent on black athletes to win and so is West. They don't care about the stolen elections.

 

[Airport]

Not saying you’re wrong but sounds too simple for these two. The others I could see.

They are both dependent on blacks to win. IF they said nothing, it could be used against them.

 

[Nova Mountaineer]

Alabama football coach Nick Saban urges West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin to support Freedom to Vote Act​

1:00 PM ET
Alex Scarborough
ESPN Staff Writer
Alabama football coach Nick Saban was among a handful of sports figures from West Virginia to sign a letter urging Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat, to support the passage of the Freedom to Vote Act.

The letter, which was made public on Monday, also was signed by NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West, former West Virginia athletic director Oliver Luck, former NFL All-Pro Darryl Talley and former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue.

Manchin and Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, also a Democrat, have thus far refused to support making a filibuster exception for the voting rights bill. Without the 60 votes to overcome the filibuster, proposed legislation can be kept off the Senate floor indefinitely.

Last week, Manchin released a statement reiterating his commitment to neither eliminate nor weaken the filibuster, the consequences of which, he said, would "only pour fuel onto the fire of political whiplash and dysfunction that is tearing this nation apart."

The Freedom to Vote Act aims to expand voter registration and voting access while limiting the removal of voters from voter rolls. It would also establish Election Day as a federal holiday.

"We strongly support urgently needed legislation that will protect both the rights of voters and the integrity of outcomes in all Federal elections," the letter to Manchin said. "The Freedom to Vote Act, which you sponsored with Committee Chair Senator [Amy] Klobuchar and other colleagues, effectively addressed these goals. Now we also support your leadership in shaping legislation to secure our democracy by protecting election integrity, principled Presidential transitions and our national security during transitions.

"We come from some of our nation's most popular sports leagues, conferences and teams. Some of us have roots and shaped our lives in West Virginia. Others followed very different paths and some of us have been rivals in sports or business. But we are all certain that democracy is best when voting is open to everyone on a level playing field; the referees are neutral; and at the end of the game the final score is respected and accepted."

Saban, who was born in Fairmont, West Virginia, is a longtime friend and supporter of Manchin.

Alabama football coach Nick Saban urges West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin to support Freedom to Vote Act​

Alabama football coach Nick Saban was among a handful of sports figures from West Virginia to sign a letter urging Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat, to support the passage of the Freedom to Vote Act.
The letter, which was made public on Monday, also was signed by NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West, former West Virginia athletic director Oliver Luck, former NFL All-Pro Darryl Talley and former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue.
Manchin and Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, also a Democrat, have thus far refused to support making a filibuster exception for the voting rights bill. Without the 60 votes to overcome the filibuster, proposed legislation can be kept off the Senate floor indefinitely.
Last week, Manchin released a statement reiterating his commitment to neither eliminate nor weaken the filibuster, the consequences of which, he said, would "only pour fuel onto the fire of political whiplash and dysfunction that is tearing this nation apart."
The Freedom to Vote Act aims to expand voter registration and voting access while limiting the removal of voters from voter rolls. It would also establish Election Day as a federal holiday.
"We strongly support urgently needed legislation that will protect both the rights of voters and the integrity of outcomes in all Federal elections," the letter to Manchin said. "The Freedom to Vote Act, which you sponsored with Committee Chair Senator [Amy] Klobuchar and other colleagues, effectively addressed these goals. Now we also support your leadership in shaping legislation to secure our democracy by protecting election integrity, principled Presidential transitions and our national security during transitions.
"We come from some of our nation's most popular sports leagues, conferences and teams. Some of us have roots and shaped our lives in West Virginia. Others followed very different paths and some of us have been rivals in sports or business. But we are all certain that democracy is best when voting is open to everyone on a level playing field; the referees are neutral; and at the end of the game the final score is respected and accepted."
Saban, who was born in Fairmont, West Virginia, is a longtime friend and supporter of Manchin.

Saban has steered clear of making political stances for much of his career, telling reporters in 2020, "I've never endorsed a candidate, nor will I ever endorse a candidate or get involved in politics in any way, shape or form. I don't think that's my place."
The letter to Manchin also said that election administration and the process of vote certification "must be nonpartisan, professional and transparent."
"These principles are now under intentional and unprecedented challenge," the letter said. "In the last year, some 20 states have enacted dozens of laws that restrict voting access and allow local officials or state legislatures to interfere inappropriately with Federal election outcomes. Motivated by the unanticipated outcomes of recent close elections conducted with integrity, these state laws seek to secure partisan advantage by eliminating reliable practices with proven safeguards and substituting practices ripe for manipulation.
"To complement your efforts to have the Senate enact balances and widely supported legislation, we will encourage others in sports, business and other endeavors to join with us in endorsing the concepts set forth in this letter."

Nick and Jerry don't vote in West Virginia. This bill is just plain bad - it encourages voter-harvesting, makes it difficult (if not impossible) to keep voter rolls up to date and makes mail-in vote fraud easy and nearly eliminates photo-id requirement to vote. Further it allows the federal government to overrule state election oversight. Nick and Jerry are just going WOKE with signing this letter.

 

[ThePunish-EER]

Nick and Jerry don't vote in West Virginia. This bill is just plain bad - it encourages voter-harvesting, makes it difficult (if not impossible) to keep voter rolls up to date and makes mail-in vote fraud easy and nearly eliminates photo-id requirement to vote. Further it allows the federal government to overrule state election oversight. Nick and Jerry are just going WOKE with signing this letter.

Yep. It’s disappointing Nick and Jerry are that selfish they don’t care about anything except their paychecks. To hell with the country and future generations of sufferage. As long as Saban gets another million and NC and as long as West gets that next NBA phenom.

 

[bornaneer]

Yep. It’s disappointing Nick and Jerry are that selfish they don’t care about anything except their paychecks. To hell with the country and future generations of sufferage. As long as Saban gets another million and NC and as long as West gets that next NBA phenom.

I don't see how anyone could support allowing NON-CITIZENS to vote.

 

[ThePunish-EER]

I don't see how anyone could support allowing NON-CITIZENS to vote.

Anyone supporting that is obviously a very dishonest person.

 

[bornaneer]

Anyone supporting that is obviously a very dishonest person.

I doubt Jerry, Nick and other fools supporting this even know what is in the bill.

 

[NYC_Eer]

Answer is they sold out. West depends on the inner city for NBA players. Saban depends on them for recruiting. And the inner city is brainwashed to believe white people are racist and hate them. As I said, I’ve lost all respect for both of them. And like Mike Rowe said before, I doubt their respect is anything they crave from me.

I'm sure they could give a shit what you think.

 

[Blackberry Smoke]

Wonder how many people realize Manchin's entrenchment isn't so much against the voting rights but rather eliminating the filibuster so that they can pass the voting rights act by one vote. Two different things.

 

[NYC_Eer]

I truly respect very wealthy white men who made/make their money using minority labor to know what is best for the country. They have the pulse of the inner cities because they make their money there. This truly changes everything...I support it now.

That being said, Darryl Talley, a minority who made millions and lost it all..only to be helped by a bunch of racist white people is just funny. He must be suffering from Stockholm syndrome as the people he is supporting are the ones that took all of his money, health and livelihood.

LOL

 

[bornaneer]

I'm sure they could give a shit what you think.

I'm sure they don't.....just like they don't give two shits what you and I think.

 

[ThePunish-EER]

I'm sure they could give a shit what you think.

I said that in the same post you replied to. I know they don’t. They don’t care about you either. If they did, they wouldn’t be supporting dismantling the filibuster which will destroy America. The entire reason to do this is to prevent another Trump from ever getting in there again as POTUS. He was an outsider who actually represented the people and threatened the establishment

 

[bornaneer]

I said that in the same post you replied to. I know they don’t. They don’t care about you either. If they did, they wouldn’t be supporting dismantling the filibuster which will destroy America.

While speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) stated that there are already laws and rules in place to ensure people “have the right to vote. We have that.” And even though people “act like we’re going to obstruct people from voting. That’s not going to happen.”

Manchin was asked, “There are a lot of people out there who are saying that you’re making it so that they’re not going to be able to vote in the next election?”

Manchin responded, “The law’s there. The rules are there. And basically, the government. The government will stand behind them and make sure they have the right to vote. We have that. The things they’re talking about now are in court. Marc Elias has an awful lot in court. The courts have struck down, like in Ohio, they struck down the gerrymandering. Things are happening, okay. We act like we’re going to obstruct people from voting. That’s not going to happen.”

 

[bornaneer]

"Obstruct people from voting"....LOL Please tell me anyone that was stopped from voting.

 

[ThePunish-EER]

"Obstruct people from voting"....LOL Please tell me anyone that was stopped from voting.

I’ve been asking for evidence showing minorities are denied the right to vote.

 

[bornaneer]

Apparently in America, asking for an ID is "voter suppression"....Oh...I'm sorry... it is, but you can't dine out in D.C. without your vax pass and a photo I.D.

 

[Darth_VadEER]

F-ck Jerry West

F-ck Nick Saban

F-ck Oliver Luck

 

[Blackberry Smoke]

F-ck Jerry West

F-ck Nick Saban

F-ck Oliver Luck

I gotta think a lot of this is posturing on their part

 

[Shirley Knott]

What is the motivation for Saban and West? Don’t recall ever hearing them get political.

Major sporting venues supporting China..

 

[Darth_VadEER]

Doesnt Darryl Talley have significant brain damage? I'm not sure he's really in a position to lobby US Senators on such a complex topic. I mean the guy is really struggling in life, unfortunately.

Kinda feel like he is getting used.

 

[Darth_VadEER]

I gotta think a lot of this is posturing on their part

Don't put it past Manchin to have solicited the letter. I mean someone must have organized this...and I doubt Nick Saban just called up Darryl Talley and said let's write a letter.

Either that, or Congressional Dems are organizing this and Saban, Luck and West just got on board, probably to get favors in return.

 

[ThePunish-EER]

Don't put it past Manchin to have solicited the letter. I mean someone must have organized this...and I doubt Nick Saban just called up Darryl Talley and said let's write a letter.

Either that, or Congressional Dems are organizing this and Saban, Luck and West just got on board, probably to get favors in return.

It’s a hit piece for Manchin likely by Democrats and other interests. They know WV is deeply a red state now. They needed to find WV native heroes to speak to WVian people to put pressure on Manchin.