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Re: PPA should fire Annie Duke
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I feel the need to clarify and defend Annie from this unwarranted attack. First, let’s be clear, Annie Duke is not a paid employee of the PPA, nor did she receive any compensation for testifying before the House Judiciary Committee. She did it because she loves the game, she is well versed on the issues facing poker today (UIGEA, WTO, personal freedom, etc.) and most importantly she so impressed Chairman Conyers during her visit with him during the October PPA Fly-In that he personally requested her testimony at the hearing! The PPA was proud to have her represent our organization and the poker playing community at-large. Needless to say she did an outstanding job. Several members of Congress (who currently serve on the Committee), former members of Congress (who are part of the PPA lobbying team), Congressional staff and representatives from the banking industry to the gaming industry personally sought me out to say how excellent Annie performed. Emperor, I value and would not censor the opinions of PPA members, but on this issue I must vehemently disagree. John A. Pappas Executive Director Poker Players Alliance [/ QUOTE ] Unwarranted? Did you read the posts? Or are you making assumptions? Have you talked with Daniel Negreanu? The PPA was quick to separate themselves from the last scam they were involved in (the CEO tournament), but you're going to defend Annie? Which of these others would you want representing your sport or game? Or does it completely depend on their ability to express themselves? Pete Rose Barry Bonds Michael Vick Mike Tyson The 1919 White Sox Ben Johnson Tonya Harding Boris Onischenko Donald Crowhurst Sylvester Carmouche Fred Lorz David Robertson Joe Niekro Annie Duke EDIT: I'd like to add, I have nothing to gain from this. I am concerned about my right to play this game, as I am sure most who visit this subforum are. I believe Annie Duke to be a threat to that. |
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