More slanted "journalism" from WATE

**bubbiesdad** · 06-29-2009, 04:31 PM

Saw the video version today. What a crock.

Restaurants prepare for state's new guns - alcohol law

Restaurants prepare for state's new guns - alcohol law

Posted: Jun 29, 2009 4:54

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By WHITNEY HOLMES
6 News Anchor/Reporter
KNOXVILLE (WATE) -- On July 14, Tennesseans with handgun permits will be allowed to carry their guns into establishments that serve alcohol.
Also starting July 14, you'll see signs outside some restaurants prohibiting firearms.
This is a way many restaurants are putting a stop to what they consider a potentially dangerous cocktail of guns and alcohol.
"We really feel that the idea of having guns and alcohol in the same place is not a real good idea," says Frank Garner, owner of Patrick Sullivan's Steakhouse and Saloon in the Old City.
When the bill passed, Gardner called his insurance carrier to find out what this meant for his restaurant.
"If somebody were injured because of something like that, would I be the person that is sued because I let the firearm to be carried in?" Gardner asked. "In their opinion, the restaurant would be put on the spot."
The advice he got was, don't risk it.
Under the law, restaurants and bars have the right to prohibit firearms by posting a sign.
Patrick Sullivan's, along with the Crown and Goose in the Old City, tell 6 News they plan to post signs.
However, the Ruby Tuesday chain of restaurants does not plan to put up signs.
The signs protect restaurants from being sued if the worst occurs.
"What if his gun was taken from him and then somebody else had possession of that firearm? There are just all types of scenarios that can happen," Gardner says.
He adds that the law could put his customers and employees at risk and that can't be good for business.
In December 2007, a customer opened fire at the Hooters restaurant in West Knoxville killing one man and injuring another.
Calls to Hooters Monday about its plans for the new law weren't returned.

**Daniel** · 06-29-2009, 04:34 PM

And guns were banned in hooters by law. Didnt stop that from happening.

**Swamprunner** · 06-29-2009, 06:29 PM

And then you have this crud.....

Tennessee cities rush to ban guns in local parks : State and Regional News : Knoxville News Sentinel

Read the comments section. You will be able to judge the sentiment of those who kneel at the throne of the state owned media.

**bkelm18** · 06-29-2009, 06:31 PM

I wonder why it is so hard to write an unbiased article without injecting your own biased views. Maybe this a time for a new TGO enterprise... the TGO Times!

**mrnick** · 06-29-2009, 08:42 PM

In defense of that article, how is it slanted? All I see is an article reporting about the restaurants that are posting signs. Just because you don't agree with those restaurants' decisions, doesn't make the article slanted journalism. I see zero editorializing.

**Mike.357** · 06-29-2009, 08:58 PM

I would not go to the Old City on a dare or a bet. There is a good chance you may well need a firearm down there.

**mrnick** · 06-29-2009, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike.357

I would not go to the Old City on a dare or a bet. There is a good chance you may well need a firearm down there.

I can think of a few deaths down there just off hand.

**bubbiesdad** · 06-30-2009, 04:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrnick

In defense of that article, how is it slanted? All I see is an article reporting about the restaurants that are posting signs. Just because you don't agree with those restaurants' decisions, doesn't make the article slanted journalism. I see zero editorializing.

Reference to this.

In December 2007, a customer opened fire at the Hooters restaurant in West Knoxville killing one man and injuring another.

Since guns were illegal at Hooters at this time, this has no value to the report. Except to further WATE's gun hating agenda.

**Beretta Racer** · 06-30-2009, 07:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrnick

In defense of that article, how is it slanted? All I see is an article reporting about the restaurants that are posting signs. Just because you don't agree with those restaurants' decisions, doesn't make the article slanted journalism. I see zero editorializing.

It's called balance. Journalism 101; present both sides. Where is the stated position from those who will allow a person to carry in their restaurants?
Also "The signs protect restaurants from being sued if the worst occurs." is a statement by the reporter that is not supported by a quote or independent source.
Very shoddy reporting.
I've been a broadcast photojournalist for nearly 30 years. I know crap when I smell it.

**timcalhoun** · 06-30-2009, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beretta Racer

It's called balance. Journalism 101; present both sides. Where is the stated position from those who will allow a person to carry in their restaurants?
Also "The signs protect restaurants from being sued if the worst occurs." is a statement by the reporter that is not supported by a quote or independent source.
Very shoddy reporting.
I've been a broadcast photojournalist for nearly 30 years. I know crap when I smell it.

+1

By the way, thanks for my avatar.

06-29-2009, 04:31 PM	#1 (permalink)
bubbiesdad Bitter American Gunowner Joined: Jun 2008 Where: Oak Ridge, TN Age: 50 Posts: 1,055	More slanted "journalism" from WATE Saw the video version today. What a crock. Restaurants prepare for state's new guns - alcohol law Restaurants prepare for state's new guns - alcohol law Posted: Jun 29, 2009 4:54 Share your pix & flix >> By WHITNEY HOLMES 6 News Anchor/Reporter KNOXVILLE (WATE) -- On July 14, Tennesseans with handgun permits will be allowed to carry their guns into establishments that serve alcohol. Also starting July 14, you'll see signs outside some restaurants prohibiting firearms. This is a way many restaurants are putting a stop to what they consider a potentially dangerous cocktail of guns and alcohol. "We really feel that the idea of having guns and alcohol in the same place is not a real good idea," says Frank Garner, owner of Patrick Sullivan's Steakhouse and Saloon in the Old City. When the bill passed, Gardner called his insurance carrier to find out what this meant for his restaurant. "If somebody were injured because of something like that, would I be the person that is sued because I let the firearm to be carried in?" Gardner asked. "In their opinion, the restaurant would be put on the spot." The advice he got was, don't risk it. Under the law, restaurants and bars have the right to prohibit firearms by posting a sign. Patrick Sullivan's, along with the Crown and Goose in the Old City, tell 6 News they plan to post signs. However, the Ruby Tuesday chain of restaurants does not plan to put up signs. The signs protect restaurants from being sued if the worst occurs. "What if his gun was taken from him and then somebody else had possession of that firearm? There are just all types of scenarios that can happen," Gardner says. He adds that the law could put his customers and employees at risk and that can't be good for business. In December 2007, a customer opened fire at the Hooters restaurant in West Knoxville killing one man and injuring another. Calls to Hooters Monday about its plans for the new law weren't returned. __________________ Always remember that others may hate you but those who hate you don't win unless you hate them. And then you destroy yourself. Richard M Nixon 'Your rifle is only a tool. It's a hard heart that kills.' Gunnery Sargeant Hartman in Full Metal Jacket "If you put the federal government in charge of the Sahara Desert, in 5 years there'd be a shortage of sand " Milton Friedman

06-29-2009, 04:34 PM	#2 (permalink)
Daniel Moderator Moderator Joined: Jan 2008 Where: _____ Age: 30 Posts: 2,029	And guns were banned in hooters by law. Didnt stop that from happening. __________________ Moderator: Tactics and training

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bkelm18 American Joined: Sep 2007 Where: Oak Ridge Age: 25 Posts: 4,518	I wonder why it is so hard to write an unbiased article without injecting your own biased views. Maybe this a time for a new TGO enterprise... the TGO Times! __________________ The United States Constitution (c)1791. All Rights Reserved. Welcome to Tennessee, patron state of shootin' stuff. Definition of a Veteran: A veteran - whether active duty, reserve, national guard or retired - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a blank check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life." - That is Honor, and there are way too many people in this country who no longer understand it.

06-29-2009, 08:58 PM	#6 (permalink)
Mike.357 TGO Senior Member Joined: Jun 2007 Where: Knox County, House in the Woods Age: 51 Posts: 4,121	I would not go to the Old City on a dare or a bet. There is a good chance you may well need a firearm down there. __________________ "There is no end to the observations on the difference between the measures likely to be pursued by a minister(read politician)backed by a standing army and those of a court awed by an armed people"

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06-29-2009, 06:29 PM	#3 (permalink)
Swamprunner TGO Member Joined: Mar 2009 Where: Loudon, TN Age: 52 Posts: 351	And then you have this crud..... Tennessee cities rush to ban guns in local parks : State and Regional News : Knoxville News Sentinel Read the comments section. You will be able to judge the sentiment of those who kneel at the throne of the state owned media.

06-29-2009, 08:42 PM	#5 (permalink)
mrnick TGO Member Joined: Mar 2009 Where: Knoxville, Tennessee Posts: 294	In defense of that article, how is it slanted? All I see is an article reporting about the restaurants that are posting signs. Just because you don't agree with those restaurants' decisions, doesn't make the article slanted journalism. I see zero editorializing.