Comments on: Christie gives measured endorsement to NFL’s decision to play Steelers-Giants game on Sunday

By: stercuilus65

stercuilus65 — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 05:07:38 +0000

sportsfan69 says: Nov 2, 2012 9:19 PM

Hey Governor Christie,

“Now that you have shown to be civilized man, you may want to switch parties. The GOP hard liners will not ever forgive you in helping out people over politics.”

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Yeah the dems are really doing a wonderful job in New York aren’t they you inbred moron?

By: phillyphannn83

phillyphannn83 — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 03:06:47 +0000

Txxxchief, 9 people were killed in PA from Sandy, none of them live within 100 miles of the coast. Do humanity a favor and take yourself out of the genepool. No one needs people like you who have no common sense and make ignorant statements like that. Don’t cry for help next time wildfires and tornadoes ravage your state again.

By: fazsha

fazsha — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 16:59:37 +0000

Let the game go on; just don’t provide cops.

By: skinsfaninnebraska

skinsfaninnebraska — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 16:19:20 +0000

From where I sit, it looks like Gov. Christie is saying and doing what is best for his state. Can’t ask a governor for any more than that.

Sounds like having the game won’t hurt. It certainly could help folks in that region feel like life will someday return to normal.

By: Deb

Deb — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 16:13:39 +0000

You cannot compare this situation to Rozelle’s decision to play games on the Sunday after the Kennedy assassination. That was a national crisis, unprecedented in modern times, not a regional natural disaster. And one thing I’ve noticed about Gov. Christie: He doesn’t force you to read between the lines. If he’d wanted Goodell to move or cancel the game, he’d have no problem calling him out in public.

By: dobreshunka

dobreshunka — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 13:31:55 +0000

I live 10 miles from Metlife Stadium, and I’ve had no heat, power, or phone since Monday night. Aside from that, there’s nowhere near the devastation of the Jersey shore. Yes it’s hard to buy gas, but stores & restaurants are open, people are out and about, and life goes on as we wait for the light and heat to come back on.

Quite frankly, people are looking for reasons to get out of the house and have some fun. Holding the game poses no real issues for the state relief efforts, and for a few hours football fans can either go to the game or get out of their freezing houses to watch the games with friends who do have power, or at restaurants & bars that need the business. I think it’s a great decision to play. Whole different scenario than the marathon, which is a huge drain on resources, and certainly far different from Katrina.

By: ebr362

ebr362 — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 12:26:53 +0000

YES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m a Dolphin fan in Brick NJ and ANYTHING that can take our minds off of this misery for just even 3 hours is worth it!

By: bunjy96

bunjy96 — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 12:08:15 +0000

Now there are several stories that say the utility workers from Alabama (over 1,000) were turned away from New Jersey because they did not belong to a union.

This is not an isolated story. Reports are coming in from other places where utility workers from non-union right-to-work states are being told to “stand down” because they don’t have union credentials.

“The crews that are in Roanoke, Virginia say they are just watching and waiting even though they originally received a call asking for help from Seaside Heights, New Jersey.”

Some crews have “already headed back home.”

Electric repair work for public utilities in New Jersey is dominated by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, a unit of the politically powerful AFL-CIO.

I wonder if the people in New Jersey are aware of this story. I bet they don’t care anything about a utility worker being unionized. All they want is their electricity back on.

By: TheWizard

TheWizard — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 11:07:09 +0000

If I were king, the game would either be in Pittsburgh or moved to a week 18 and push the playoffs back one week.

Playing this game in a city where people are cold and hungry reflects poorly on our priorities.

By: irishdawg42

irishdawg42 — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 11:03:33 +0000

What many people reading this article don’t realize about season ticket holders, is their passion for this game, this league and most importantly THEIR team. This game can be therapeutic to them. The have been living through hell for the past several days, and many will be looking forward to getting away from that for a few hours, trust me…They pay thousands of dollars a year and sit through blizzards for this team. This is good for them…

As long as it doesn’t cause difficulty to the relief effort, and by all accounts it will not, imho this is a good thing.

By: Max

Max — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 11:00:07 +0000

Christie putting partisan politics aside, working together with the current administration to get flood victims back on their feet, is a thing of beauty.

It could have been so easy for him to play presidential election politics to discredit FEMA and the current administrations response to the victims of Sandy. A lot of other politician would have put Party before State, instead he did what was right… Congrats Christie you got my vote next a election…. signed lifelong Dem

By: jimmysee

jimmysee — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 08:02:44 +0000

sportsfan69 says:
Nov 2, 2012 9:19 PM
Hey Governor Christie,

Now that you have shown to be civilized man, you may want to switch parties. The GOP hard liners will not ever forgive you in helping out people over politics.

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That’s the truth — congrats to Gov Christie for a job well done.

By: sarkent

sarkent — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 07:27:42 +0000

There is no comparison to the Saints situation that I can tell. Yes, a lot of people are still without power and there are a lot of other issue, but having a football game in the Meadowlands has no impact on any of that. In the case of New Orleans, the stadium was a mess, which is why the Saints didn’t play another game in it that season.

By: jimw81

jimw81 — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 04:28:38 +0000

game should of been played in philadelphia. eagles are in NOLA for MNF and it’s a bus trip away from NY and Pittsburgh.

By: peepeetoucher

peepeetoucher — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 04:15:11 +0000

The Turnpike and Parkway are fine for travel. Its the side roads that have traffic lights with no power and trees across them that are the problem. I don’t know where people are getting gas to drive there but that’s a different story. No trains yet either. I have to thank Gov Christie for everything he’s done and doing for us here in NJ. Its a Rare breed that a politician cares about people over red tape n politics for once. I also would like to thank all the people from out of state that came here to help. I’ve seen power and tree service trucks from all over the U.S. the last 2 days on Turnpike. Its amazing to see that so many people care even if they’re getting paid. I thank you. Oh n to the scumbag looters in Seaside and other barrier islands, I hope the houses n business’s your stealing from collapse and crush you to death. We don’t need sub humans who’s first thoughts are to steal during a disaster walking on this earth anyway. Your a waste of space. If by somehow you don’t get crushed then I hope you drown or even better get blown up by the leaking gas lines. Made me physically sick when I heard this was happening on Tues. I know a lot of you have a great dislike for people from NJ/NY but please donate to red cross, we need you.

By: pharmerbrown

pharmerbrown — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 03:51:37 +0000

if I recall, Katrina simultaneously destroyed the superdome, and forced it to be used to house residents who were chased from their homes. MetLife is not being used to house anyone… so there’s that. I’ll agree that the gas crisis is beyond crazy here, but I think this is more cathartic for those of us living up here than not. And totally, the marathon comparison is false.

By: Mr. Wright 212

Mr. Wright 212 — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 02:19:43 +0000

Christie just wants that Sunday revenue. Don’t be fooled. Been saying it all week, they were NOT altering this game.

By: steelernationfartsinyourfaceandwinschampionships

steelernationfartsinyourfaceandwinschampionships — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 02:13:09 +0000

Here we go Steelers, here we go!!

By: sixburghrules

sixburghrules — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:37:17 +0000

Christie just doesn’t want to lose the revenue coming from the game from a “privately” owned stadium! Called tax dollars! I haven’t heard such BS since the last time Obama spoke

By: sixburghrules

sixburghrules — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:32:54 +0000

Say what you will but they are taking away from the people that need help the most! You can bet your ass Met Life stadium is completely up and running Sunday with power and other facilities while citizens of NY and NJ suffer without power and basic necessities!

By: discosucs2005

discosucs2005 — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:30:02 +0000

I don’t understand why they can’t just move it to Pittsburgh or a neutral location. The Saints had to play a “home” game against the Giants in their stadium, why can’t the Giants do the same? I’m not one of those “the league favors this team or that team” type of people, and the league can keep it that way by moving the game.

By: nfl fan

nfl fan — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:19:33 +0000

I live in the area affected and had damage to my home. I’m a season ticket holder and I WANT TO GO TO THE GAME!

BTW – generators are great for watching Monday night football with DirecTV during a Hurricane. Try doing that with cable…

By: sportsfan69

sportsfan69 — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:19:00 +0000

Hey Governor Christie,

Now that you have shown to be civilized man, you may want to switch parties. The GOP hard liners will not ever forgive you in helping out people over politics.

By: steeltuff

steeltuff — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:14:55 +0000

Coach Tomlin will have his troops prepared no matter what day they travel. People of New Jersey and New York have real life matters to deal with, so Steeler organization has no issue whatsoever about traveling on day of game. They do get an extra hour to rest on Saturday night because clocks change to EST . . . not a real big deal, but it’s something to sleep on.

By: txxxchief

txxxchief — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:11:02 +0000

This is just a bunch of whining. If a disaster hit Dallas, Houston, or any of the “fly over” states, none of you all would give a sh*t. I feel for those hurt by the storm, but this is far from the worst tragedy to befall this country. Consider modernizing your infrastructure and your decision to live just few feet below or above sea level.

By: folkcrusader

folkcrusader — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:10:36 +0000

I like Christie but that photo makes him look like Baron Harkonnen.

By: clarenceoveur

clarenceoveur — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:05:55 +0000

As Giants fan, can’t wait to watch. As nj resident, can’t imagine having this. Gas situation nuts, trees blocking roads all over, who can even get there?

By: dirtmcgirt24

dirtmcgirt24 — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:00:36 +0000

Oh, the humanity! A pro basketball game is happening in New York City as we speak! And it’s packed?! Insane!!

By: hookem6903

hookem6903 — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 01:00:34 +0000

I’m not a fan of Governor Christie in any way, but he has been incredible during this disaster. It’s refreshing to see two people on opposite ends of the political spectrum, he and President Obama, work together so harmoniously in such a trying situation. Kudos.

By: east96st

east96st — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 00:55:21 +0000

“…suggests that, if it were Christie’s business, he would have moved the game or rescheduled it.”

No, it suggests he’s a politician. This way no one can say he was for the game and anger those who are against it. Likewise, no one can he’s against the game and anger those that want it. Remember this is the guy who was ripping Obama a new one a week ago and, now that he desperately needs the Feds, he and POTUS are BFFs. They don’t get elected if they aren’t blatant opportunists.