May 19 2008
Interesting quote from Jerry Springer…
Most of the law graduates inside the Arie Crown Theater Friday probably didn’t expect advice on ethics from Jerry Springer.
In a wide-ranging speech, Springer, Law ‘68, drew upon his experience as a former mayor of Cincinnati, an award-winning news anchor and now the host of one of television’s raunchiest shows.
Springer was invited by a student committee formed to choose a graduation speaker, but his invitation drew criticism from many students, as well as e-mails on school listservs both for and against the choice.
“Let’s be honest - I’ve been virtually everything you can’t respect: a lawyer, a mayor, a news anchor and a talk show host,” joked Springer, who spoke at the School of Law’s convocation ceremony. “Pray for me; if I get to heaven, we’re all going.”
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[From me]
Jerry Springer’s show has to be one of the raunchiest on TV. I’m not even sure if it is still on. But that quote struck me. Now his theology is off base because if he goes to heaven it has nothing to do with how he has behaved or what he has done. He has the same chance to go to heaven as all of us. He just has to accept Jesus Christ as the leader of his life. I’m praying for him as I write this.
What do you think?
3 responses so far
I think I will join you in praying for him and for the millions of others who hold to the same philosophy.
You are correct. Jesus Christ is the answer!
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Kevin,
You are right on target!
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KEVIN,
As always, you are very much correct on this one!
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