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Question for resident coots.
Oct 30, 2006, 10:09 AM
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Why do University of South Carolina fans (not all but the majority) like to portray Clemson fans as "rednecks" but think of themselves of the elites of South Carolina?
I observe the following:
1. Confederate flag display in clear view in the backdrop of College Gameday during the entire airing of that show.
2. In 1963, Clemson became the first integrated public school in the state, this the same year Governor Wallace stood in the doorway to block intregation at the University of Alabama. When did USC integrate?
3. Carolina fans proudly reiterate that Wade Hamption, a confederate general, was a graduate of the University of South Carolina.
4. Clemson is the premier engineering and scientific university of South Carolina (yes USC has engineering but it is not the flagship science university in SC). Yes, USC has a law school and many lawyers make significant incomes but lawyers are often perceived as nothing but crooks themselves. I'm glad USC has most of the liars, uh, I mean lawyers.
5. While Clemson has it historic roots as and Agriculture/Engineering and Military schools there is nothing redneck about applying science to improve the lives of the people of SC or the world by developing better ways to farm and better crop hybrids. Think about that at the next meal time or when you go grocery shopping. BTW, engineering is clearly the largest college within Clemson University.
6. So there are many USC fans proud of the fact that many of their alumni fought in the civil war on the side of the south. How about some credit to Clemson for producing many military officers in the service of the United States not the Confederate States. Clemson provided more officers in World War II than any other institution other than West Point itself or Texas A&M (a college similar to Clemson but much larger).
7. Entrance requirements are more difficult at Clemson as opposed to USC. Average SAT scores and class ranking are higher at Clemson than USC. Do rednecks really score higher?
Clemson buddies, am I missing something else? I know, I know, don't try to use logic with a coot. But seriously, Carolina fans, make your case (lawyers) as to why Clemson fans are nothing but a bunch of rednecks otherwise case closed.
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Orange Blooded [3454]
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If you've been watching "Gameday" for the past two weeks
Oct 30, 2006, 10:11 AM
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then I think this sale has been made for you.
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Orange Blooded [3599]
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Yes.***
Oct 30, 2006, 10:12 AM
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All-TigerNet [11697]
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Calling us 'rednecks' is all they have.
Oct 30, 2006, 10:12 AM
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We own them in everything.
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Virtuoso [486]
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Not everything...check out the rap sheet and thier record
Oct 30, 2006, 10:15 AM
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including moral victories is pretty impressive. PLUS they have afew pre-season National Championships....gives all something to shoot for.
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Nicely put, point for you.***
Oct 30, 2006, 10:14 AM
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Re: Question for resident coots.
Oct 30, 2006, 10:14 AM
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You have some good points but you are obvious a bigot and very prejudiced. Having served in the Confederacy was just as honorable as serving in any war in defense of one's beliefs and defense of one's homeland.
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Say what? I thought he made some silly points, but you
Oct 30, 2006, 10:42 AM
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saw something I didn't.
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CU Medallion [64053]
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There is a difference between "red necks" and "white trash"
Oct 30, 2006, 10:14 AM
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You decide which is which.
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Rock Defender [72]
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Well Stated!
Oct 30, 2006, 10:16 AM
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What more can be stated? Clemson is the better school in SC. As a high school senior I had no idea usc had an engineering program. From a Clemson Engineering grad: there was only one school for me - Clemson.
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Virtuoso [486]
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WOW...their beautiful campus couldn't sway you either !!!***
Oct 30, 2006, 10:17 AM
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Orange Blooded [2527]
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People who think food grows on store shelves have no
Oct 30, 2006, 10:16 AM
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respect for the work it takes to produce it. They wait around for a reason to sue the people who actually add wealth to our society.
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Nicely done. If that doesn't make the HOF, there should
Oct 30, 2006, 10:20 AM
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not be a HOF.
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No resident coots have yet to step up and try to answer you***
Oct 30, 2006, 10:44 AM
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Orange Blooded [4444]
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And finally, they have a barnyard animal
Oct 30, 2006, 11:11 AM
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as their mascot, which they LOVE to play crowing over their loudspeakers!
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