Meltdowns
A&E Suspends Production on "Dog the Bounty Hunter"

A&E issued the following statement to TMZ: "A&E has just learned of the story released by the National Enquirer concerning Duane Dog Chapman.
Dog the Bounty Hunter
We take this matter very seriously. Pending an investigation, we have suspended production on the series. When the inquiry is concluded we will take appropriate action."

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631. People make mistakes. I must admit I am torn because I feel you can't be a Christian and live the life you want to live as opposed to God's way of living, like having children and living together without wedlock. Isn't this what a lot of people do though? Should we continue to judge everyone for their faults? Because when you point your finger at someone, there are four more pointing back to you.

The same with using words that God would not approve of. However, look at all the good things this man has done for Hawaii especially. This is the reason our justice system and jails are so overcrowded. They let people out that were given long sentence terms. Then you get one bad person but because he comes from money, we are going to hold Dog accountable for capturing him in Mexico? Let's look at the big picture folks!

This is why we have so many channels on cable these days. Therre are a lot of people that enjoy watching Dog and his crew. For those that don't, I'm sure there is another program on a different channel that they can enjoy.

I believe Dog has done too much for these United States to be completely pulled off the air. It seems the more you are in the public eye, although having plenty of money to not have to worry about how to put a roof over your head or clothes on your back, I don't think it would be worth my freedom and yes, that is what I felt Dog was deprived of...his freedom. What happened to the Freedom of Speech Amendment? Again, let us agree with something but change the rules to fit your wants and needs.

I feel that making this mountain over a mole hill just goes to show that Dog's initial impression about this young lady proves to be right. She is the one that is going to have to live with what she did, as will Tucker. But remember, they are still young. Children or young adults these days are very irresponsible and feel that the world owes them.

Posted at 11:33PM on Jan 19th 2008 by Kelly

632. I don't know what is going on in the World these days.... Things WERE really bad when I was growing up in the South. I know a bad motive when I see it! These days it is almost a self-fulfilling prophecy when people talk about racism never going away. Why is ok that we are afraid, not better educated-just afraid, when we open our mouths? Does anybody think this is making racism go away or that we are learning and growing into a more enlightened society? All "Political Correctness" is doing, is making a more aware gap between us. I watch t.v. shows or movies from the 60's and even 70's and 80's and I KNOW that these would not be allowed today! How are we learning? How are we coming together? Martin Luther King hoped for us that we would not see the color of a man's skin- only what was in his heart and mind. How can we EVER begin to do that if society tells us that we will loose our jobs and be ridiculed by others over, what used to be called, a joke or opinion. As far as Dog the Bounty Hunter, he was speaking with his son on a private line. Granted, he was aware that the 'word' is wrong, but his son is the disloyal one. Especially since he got paid. What I don't understand is why our culture would villify a person and cause him to loose his job because an entertainment outlet buys information from a low-life who tapes his father while he is speaking privately on the phone. Will we have the thought police next? No one believes that a person be persecuted for the color of his skin but he can be for what he is thinking or saying. Even if it is done in private. Where are you, Martin, when we need you most???

Posted at 2:53AM on Jan 21st 2008 by Augusta Rae

633. Everybody says bad words when mad, plus it was a private conversation and he is explaining himself in the tape hi is on ly using the N word to refer to his son girlfriend(low lifes, etc)

Posted at 8:05PM on Jan 21st 2008 by Kiwi

634. Dog responded in the way that most father's would when they think their son could so influenced by bad company that it could send him back to prison. African Americans can use the N word all the time and that seems to be okay. Why are the whites always discriminated against when it comes to the N word?

Posted at 10:35PM on Jan 21st 2008 by Caroline

635. Maybe actions should speak louder than words. What is Mr. Chapman going to do now? And is that word one he will feel uncomfortable about using when he is home alone with his family? Will they feel uncomfortable about using it, because it's wrong, or because they are afraid someone might be listening? If they really believe in Christ, it will be the former. Only they will know.

Posted at 5:01AM on Jan 23rd 2008 by Carrollkat

636. I no longer watch A&E..........the only program I watched was dog the bounty hunter. Please bring it back !

Posted at 3:23PM on Jan 23rd 2008 by love dog

637. this is bull crap put dog back on the air...

Posted at 6:40PM on Jan 23rd 2008 by Curt

638. Come on. Let Dog come back to A&E. His show was fabulous, entertaining and certainly for the family.
Hey Dog, go find that Marine who murdered the young Marine girl and her unborn baby, track him to Mexico
and raise a big flag when you find him and be the hero again that we know you are! I know you can't
bring him back and get kidnap charges but you sure can find him and embarass the Marines, the Police
and all else that shouldn't have let him get away.
Guadalajara....off you go!
Thanks Hero.
Judy B

Posted at 12:46AM on Jan 24th 2008 by Judy B

639. cant you guys back off there are always two sides to every story besides we all say things we regret EVERY SINGLE ONE OF YOU stop judgeing some because of words that is all they are !!!!! And for those of you wondering i am white and i have alot of very good black friends sounds to me like you all need to get over your self!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted at 10:50PM on Jan 24th 2008 by becky christie

640. I am sure you all have said one thing at sometime in your life you regret saying but hey why should you as long as you can throw stones at some one else to take the guilt off your mind why not you are all cowerds

Posted at 10:59PM on Jan 24th 2008 by becky christie

641. I love dog the bounty hunter. wish it was on tv. A fan Dianek1946

Posted at 12:27AM on Jan 25th 2008 by dianek1946

642. Until Dog the Bounty Hunter is back on t.v. myself and 500 coworkers will no longer watch a&e bad move a&e!!!

Posted at 3:53PM on Jan 25th 2008 by Karen

643. People wake up!!!!! The taping of Dog's phone call was illegal to begin with,so The rag mag should be charged with purchasing stolen property.And Dog should move to another network that isn't run by a bunch of scared rabbits.A&E canceled there #1 show to put on a bunch of crap that knowone wants to watch. I'll bet HBO , SHO or Starz would be glad to get the Dog On and have a show that is already number one on their weekly line up.Dog's comment was nothing worry about compaired to that idiot IMUS who by the way is already back on.This politically correct crap has got to go before we have to get a court order to speak,or walk down the street for fear of offending the flies on the wall. via va the Dog.larry2j a very big Dog fan!!!!!!

Posted at 3:23PM on Jan 27th 2008 by larry2j

644. DOG IS NO DIFFERENT THATN ANY OTHER WHITE PERSON OR BLACK PERSON IN THIS WORLD TODAY!!!!! THAT HIDEOUS WORD HAS BEEN AROUND FAR TOO LONG, USED IN SO MANY DIFFERENT WAYS TO EXPRESS ANGER, HATE, MISTRUST, CONFUSION, EMBARASSMENT, AND ACCORDING TO MANY BLACK PERSON'S "RESPECT" (I.E. WHATUP MY N******?" THE PEOPLE OF TODAY'S WORLD, 2008..CANNOT CONTINUE TO PAY FOR SOMETHING THAT HAPPENED OVER A HUNDRED YEARS AGO BY SOME TERRIBLE EXCUSES FOR HUMAN BEINGS!!!! I DO NOT LIKE THE WORD, AND TRY HARD NOT TO USE IT, BUT ...AND I MEAN, SERIOUSLY PEOPLE, WHO HAS NOT EVER USED IT, IT IS ALMOST AS COMMON AS ANY OTHER SLUR TOWARDS A PERSON WHEN YOU ARE ANGERED. IF THIS IS TRUE, THEN EVERYONE THAT HAS EVER CALLED A WOMAN A BITCH IS A RACIST, SAME GOES TO THE WORD BASTARD CONCERNING MEN. OR WHAT ABOUT SOB? THAT SLURS THE MAN'S MOTHER..THE ULTIMATE SLUR AND RACIST REMARK I HAVE EVER HEARD...SOB....SON OF A B***H!!!! YES, DOG SHOULD APOLOGIZE, A & E SHOULD HOLD HI ACCOUNTABLE IN SOME WAY, BUT IT IS GOD THAT WILL HAVE THE LAST WORD ON THIS. GET OFF THE RACIST STUFF, DOG, GET BACK TO CATCHING THESE CRIMINALS THAT ARE ACTUALLY PHYSICALLY HARMING PEOPLE AND KEEP ON PROTECTING OUR FAMILIES AS WELL AS YOU CAN. CIVIL RIGHTS LEADERS....LET THE MAN ALONE!!!!!! AND TAKE A LOOK AT EVERY HOME, EVERY FACE IN AMERICA...IT HAS AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER HAD THAT WORD SPOKEN IN IT!!!! AND WILL FOR MANY MANY YEARS TO COME. GOD BLESS YOU DOG, AND BEST OF WISHES!!!

Posted at 3:17AM on Jan 29th 2008 by SANDY J TEXAS

645. Thanks for your support Chris #617. Facts are facts...public eye or personal, the fact is Chapman & his family have accomplished more good for our country than bad. Being a victim of crime, I am thankful for their work, they have been a blessing to our country getting the fugitives off the streets! Chapman states he is a Christian...remember we aren't perfect, just forgiven. God helps those that help themselves, Chapman has come along way, and will continue to make diferences in lives daily regardless of A&E broadcasting! Even if they come across as intimidating in public as #616 posted, that is their job. Yes they have made their money, well earned. Some people get jealous I guess because they didn't have the talent. They certainly aren't going to track & catch any fugitives/criminals acting like scared little whiney babies...come here we see you get your cuffs on....lol

I posted your petition to myspace as well...great job! LindaP

Posted at 8:11AM on Feb 15th 2008 by LindaP

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