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7/26/2013 7:45pm
7/26/2013 7:45pm
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9/9/2013 10:34am
I've made my share of behind the keyboard comments about lasergate. But after just finishing the Pulp podcast I have to say this. Tony is a damn good father. It must be amazing to have someone that will stand up for you and not let you hang no matter the reason or the cost. He is not a stupid man. He knows Jeff from his past actions is a 23 year old man boy. He knew Jeff was guilty of something the second he got word on the head set . Yet the guy went nose to nose with anyone that was a threat to his kid. Not saying he was right. Just saying I thought that was cool. I have no idea if Jeff can appreciate it.but I hope one day he can. Because I don't know too many people that would go as far as Tony did to support his stupid kid
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I'm saying how he stood by his stupid kid is what impressed me
Edited due to the omission of one important word. It should be readily apparent.
Also for the record, my father would've threatened and been agressive with me, not DC or Mathess, over lazergate if I was involved.
As for Jeff, I used to cheer for you, but this was pretty f'ed up thing you did. I hope you get yourself right and make amends.
Something tells me you didn't have a decent father figure involved in your life, growing up, if Tony's actions impressed you. Soory to hear that, my friend. But, there are better role models in this sport to look at, as fathers who do it right. Tony's not one of them by a longshot.
Thats the most stupid thing i have read on all this Alessi stuff this week.
So all humands doing stupid shit, murdering, robbing, hurting other people, lastergating...
Its always the parents fault?
So i think we should release all killers from jail and put their parents there instead, since its their fault.
Put a check in the "Tony's a great dad" box for this one. You give Tony huge props on his outstanding apology too, huh?
WTF is lastergating?
Here in the States that would put your ass in jail.
Now days, and for some time, the modus operandi has been to question authority (thank you late sixties). It's always someone else's fault, everyone's a victim, and those in authority can't be trusted and must automatically be wrong. My little angel (whom I've caught in numerous lies over the past) however, must be right, and if I don't advocate for him or her, the "system" will grind away all his/her autonomy and all my "Father of the Year" coffee mugs will be taken away. And to make matters worse, I will no longer be my kid's Best Friend Forever.
Unfortunately, in my opinion, Tony's reaction is not much different than the way a lot of parents do it today.
Applauding this parenting style seems ridiculous.
Two and half cents.
Pit Row
1. Teacher popped you with that damn ruler- sent you to Principal's office
2. Principal broke out the board on you - calls Coach, oh crap,,,,then calls the folks
3. Coach pops you with that damn paddle with the holes in it, then runs you till you puke, then runs you some more
4. Mom lights you up with either the belt or that freaking wooden spoon--then the dreaded "just wait till your father gets home"
5. Pops comes in and gives you "the look"...you know it's party time.......... and yet we all survived
Jeff lied when he was confronted about his actions, tired to shift blame,and aggressively confronted several people who questioned him about his actions. Only when he was presented with irrefutable evidence, realized the consequences of his actions on others did he offer a "sincere" apology.
His father continued to aggressively attack and threaten the accusers and now when presented with the aftermath of his and his "child's" (25 years old???) actions offers an apology?
I deal with 18 year old's on a daily basis who do the wrong thing and the majority of which, through the values instilled in them stand up for their actions and take the consequences. Those that, lie, shift blame and offer excuses are held to the highest account and rooted out of the organization.
Parenting has an immeasurable impact for good or bad on those raised.
In this case I think the actions of both parties speak for the quality of the parent.
Saying "I'll take a bullet for my son" in a situation that does not justify that type of "commitment" is ludicrous.
He tries to turn every conversation into positive PR for "Mike Alessi", used Mike's full name same as he does to
refer to his own son.
His view seems skewed just enough, and then acted upon, that actions that would normally make you a great
guy and upstanding, in the right situation, come across in totally the opposite way. Showing paranoia, trust issues
and lack of good judgment.
Has he gotten them "this far", sure he has. But Mike's talent coupled with a Dad who's mentality wasn't just "off" by
a little bit could have taken him to a much greater place in American motocross history when it's all said and done.
DV had it right, Tony needs help. The changes needed to correct behavior like this rarely comes through self reflection.
We have all seen the apologies, that's the easy part! REAL change comes from actions... as they still, and always will, speak louder than words.
That's my .02... refunds gladly accepted of course
We are also talking two different eras, but I'm quite certain the way kids carry on today is directly linked to the lack of consequences for their actions. Parents are also handcuffed by the modern laws, even if they believe in corporal punishment. There's also a huge disparity between abuse and discipline. Our society suffers because of a few do gooders who think children should be molly coddled no matter HOW bad they are. It's bad enough now, but shit runs downhill. I shudder to think what will happen when today's youth has their own spawn.
imoto316 dude nailed it.
I used to hate on the Alessi's awhile back. Why would Mike not let his dad go and be the champion? What an idiot! If I was his dad even, I would let him go! Now that my son is older, and I think back when I raced with my dad. How can you argue with a family that has their own team basically, and have been top 10/top 5 in the pro's for around 10 years? Might not of lived up to the hype, but the family has had by far a successful career together. People make mistakes, not all families are perfect.
There were a few football players that were brought up with the same mentality...Todd Marinovich and Ryan Leaf come to mind.
I'm sure there are many examples in professional sports that have the same results but the end of the day Tony has been wrong in his approach from day one and we are now seeing the results from that.
As far as Mike is concerned I believe his saving grace and his ability mature and to see things through a different light is Danielle.
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