Al Gore's Son Arrested for Pot Possession - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

Endymon32 · 12-21-2003, 08:02 AM

http://www.washingtonpost.com/ac2/wp...nguage=printer

WASHINGTON - The son of former vice president and 2000 Democratic presidential candidate Al Gore has been charged with marijuana possession.

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Albert A. Gore III, 21, was arrested Friday night after he was stopped for driving a vehicle without its headlights on.

Two passengers were also arrested and charged with misdemeanor marijuana possession. They were identified as Yann V. Kumin, 21, and Marc G. Hordon, 22, both of Cambridge, Mass.

A Montgomery County, Md., police officer stopped the car, a dark-colored Cadillac, in Bethesda, a Washington suburb, around 11:30 p.m. Friday.

The officer noticed the car's windows and sunroof were open, despite cold temperatures Friday night. There was also a smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle, according to a news release from the police department.

A search of the vehicle turned up a partial marijuana cigarette, a cigarette box containing suspected marijuana, and a soft drink can that also smelled of marijuana.

All three were released pending trial.

In September 2002, the younger Gore was ticketed for driving under the influence. He was pulled over and ticketed by military police just outside Fort Myer in suburban Virginia, but was not taken into custody.

In the summer of 2000, Gore was cited by the North Carolina Highway Patrol for driving 97 mph in a 55-mph zone. Under an agreement with prosecutors, a reckless driving charge was dropped in the North Carolina case, but he was fined &dol;125 for speeding and his driving privileges in the state were suspended.

I want to hear all who were "outraged" at the Bush daughters for their drinking to yell just as loud about this. Who will be the first?

Liquor Dealer · 12-21-2003, 08:26 AM

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Originally posted by Endymon32
http://www.washingtonpost.com/ac2/wp...nguage=printer

WASHINGTON - The son of former vice president and 2000 Democratic presidential candidate Al Gore has been charged with marijuana possession.

I want to hear all who were "outraged" at the Bush daughters for their drinking to yell just as loud about this. Who will be the first?

Yeah! Don't be shy just step right up an' spill yer' guts!

Ustwo · 12-21-2003, 08:30 AM

Al Gore's son had some problems before the election too, that he went so far as to ask the press not to talk about.

Yea its a double standard but whatever, he lost anyways.

It really doesn't matter, if my father were Al Gore I'd have a hard time dealing with reality too

Kadath · 12-21-2003, 08:35 AM

I think being the child of a famous individual must be pretty tough. All that scrutiny.

sixate · 12-21-2003, 08:48 AM

Try to find another 21 year old who doesn't drink or do drugs.... Oh wait, I didn't, and I still don't!

Either way there is a double standard. All the liberals who cried and made fun of Bush's daughters won't say a word about this. I'd like to know how many people who made fun of his kids had kids of their own who did the same or even worse......

Sparhawk · 12-21-2003, 10:17 AM

If there is any double standard, it's the one that applies to friends and family of those with power and influence, and those that have none.

Al Gore III, Jenna and Barbara Bush, these are just the ones we know about. How many times are inconvenient and embarassing stories buried because those with influence bury them? I'm sure the answer would shock even the most cynical of us.

Ustwo · 12-21-2003, 10:59 AM

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Originally posted by Sparhawk
If there is any double standard, it's the one that applies to friends and family of those with power and influence, and those that have none.

Al Gore III, Jenna and Barbara Bush, these are just the ones we know about. How many times are inconvenient and embarassing stories buried because those with influence bury them? I'm sure the answer would shock even the most cynical of us.

Well Teddy Kennedy is basicly guilty of manslaughter and his family got the files sealed for 50 years. I doubt it gets worse then that outside of rape and murder, oh wait, my bad, Kennedy clan guilty there too

Astrocloud · 12-21-2003, 11:19 AM

There is no double standard from the so-called "liberals" who aren't speaking up about this.

Al Gore is not a candidate. He is now a celebrity and his child is the child of a celebrity. In short Who Cares?

Rush Limbaugh is more interesting because self described "Right Wingers" demonstrate their hypocrisy in their support of that junkie. -So how come the right doesn't spend all their time talking about Rush Limbaugh?

silent_jay · 12-21-2003, 11:45 AM

would people hear about this if it was normal person not that al gore is a "celebrity" but chances are no this would not of eve nmade the papers.

Mojo_PeiPei · 12-21-2003, 12:01 PM

Did people actually get down on the Bush twins for partying? I mean I give them props, unlike first children of the past they are human beings and don't have sticks up their respective asses. More props to Gore's son too.

Ms Lovejoy voice "Won't somebody please think of the children!"

Phaenx · 12-21-2003, 12:40 PM

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Originally posted by sixate
Try to find another 21 year old who doesn't drink or do drugs.... Oh wait, I didn't, and I still don't!

Run for governor, I'll vote for you.

rogue49 · 12-21-2003, 12:48 PM

Let's keep things on topic
and relevant to current events

chavos · 12-21-2003, 02:13 PM

ad hominem attacks are logically valueless, whether they be directed against Jenna, Gore Jr., or anyone else.

*rolls eyes

archer2371 · 12-21-2003, 05:04 PM

I do not care about Mr. Gore III's exploits
Nor do I care about how much the twins drank last noight
Let's forget about this
And move on to a real ish.

*was feeling kinda poetic, sorry.

lordjeebus · 12-21-2003, 07:22 PM

The only thing that upsets me when the children of politicians get caught with weed or underage with alcohol is that their parents obviously know that millions and millions of kids like their kids are breaking these retarded laws. Yet not one of these parents is using their influence to lower the drinking age or legalize marijuana -- as long as their kids are ok, that's fine with them.

MrSmashy · 12-21-2003, 07:26 PM

Why does this kind of fingerpointing always seem to occur. The actions of these politicians children are not important, yet both sides of the spectrum seem to love to use it as if it was some kind of moral hammer with which to hit the other side until they are beneath them.

I think these are arguements of those who would rather try and attack the person instead of debate the issues - since personal attacks can be easier - and that is too bad. It is a weak way to debate and ultimately, in my opinion, devalues the attacker more than the attackee as it demonstrates them as grasping and petty.

MSD · 12-21-2003, 07:59 PM

I'll say the same thing I said about the Bush twins. With parents in politics, kids shoul dthink about possible implications of their actions, but everyone should realize that they're only human, and most people do stuff like that at that age. The college student who never drinks is a rare find, and those who didn't try pot are becoming scarce.

This doesn't change my opinion of Gore at all, just like when I (yes, I'm liberal and don't like Bush) said that the media was being too hard on Bush because his daughters were acting like normal kids.

filtherton · 12-21-2003, 08:57 PM

Maybe we can all take a moment and acknowledge that drug abuse crosses the political spectrum. Maybe al, the bush's and rush could all find common ground at an AA or NA meeting.

Furthermore, endymon, unless you're an incognito veteran tfp-er, how do you even know any of us here on the tfp expressed moral outrage at the bush family? That whole business is practically ancient history as far as politics goes.
It seems as though you are the one expressing the moral outrage.

DukeLeto · 12-21-2003, 10:10 PM

So what?

I assume that, if guilty, Gore's son will answer for his crime. That is as far as culpabiliy extends in this case, and I therefore find it difficult to countenance the sanctimony issuing from those who claim a "double standard" is in place. I'm sure I am not alone in saying that, far from attacking or being outraged by the Bush twins' behavior, I found it comical that such a tempest ensued. That issue was of no great consequence then, and nothing makes it important now. Why do you insist on starting these insignificant pissing contests? Your posting is a waste of time, just as the Bush twins' adventures were nothing more than a little squandered newsprint.

floydthebarber · 12-26-2003, 07:41 AM

And this is worthy of our attention why? How anyone could give a shit about this is beyond me.

Endymon32 · 12-26-2003, 09:52 AM

Its worthy of attention cause last year when the Bush girl was caught drinking people were yelling and screaming and calling Bush names. But when the shoe is on the other foot, its suddlenly not a big deal.

debaser · 12-26-2003, 11:04 AM

This proves the utter fallacy of the democratic parties politics just as soundly as Bushes daugthers hyjinx doomed the republican party last year...

floydthebarber · 12-26-2003, 11:19 AM

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Originally posted by Endymon32
Its worthy of attention cause last year when the Bush girl was caught drinking people were yelling and screaming and calling Bush names. But when the shoe is on the other foot, its suddlenly not a big deal.

If the bush girls episode wasn't a big deal to you then, why is Gore's son a big deal to you now? Seems kinda hypocritical to me.
Again, why anyone gives a shit about this is beyond me.

Endymon32 · 12-26-2003, 05:12 PM

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Originally posted by floydthebarber
If the bush girls episode wasn't a big deal to you then, why is Gore's son a big deal to you now? Seems kinda hypocritical to me.
Again, why anyone gives a shit about this is beyond me.

Making a point is very important to me. The point being that when it happens to "your side" its no biggie. When it happens to "their side" its at the least something to make fun off, at the worst, proof of incompentance.

I will remember this elevated stance the next time something of a personal embaressement happens to a repbulican and see how the enlightened post.

mrbuck12000 · 12-27-2003, 11:08 AM

I guess the real question here would be is if he inhaled or not? But does it really matter, we have a president that lied to the american public about an accomplished mission to Iraq.

Strange Famous · 12-28-2003, 12:04 PM

I couldnt care less is Al Gore's son smokes weed any less than I could care if Bush's daughter likes a drink or three.

m0ntyblack · 12-28-2003, 07:33 PM

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Try to find another 21 year old who doesn't drink or do drugs.... Oh wait, I didn't, and I still don't!

Run for governor, I'll vote for you.

Real quickly, why does never drinking/doing drugs make you a better person? Is lack of experimental mindset a positive attribute in leaders?

Okay, enough thread-jacking, back to the real issue: Gore's son. I'm not a Bush fan, but I was pretty upset when everyone was making a huge deal about his daughters...they were drinking for Christ sake, its not like they were killing babies...also, they aren't George W. Bush, they have their OWN views, personalities, and beliefs. Same with Al Gore's son.

MB

Strange Famous · 12-29-2003, 10:45 AM

Wasnt the big thing with the Bush girls that they got a secret service agent who was with them to bust one of their boyfriends out of jail though?

nanofever · 12-29-2003, 01:33 PM

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Originally posted by chavos
ad hominem attacks are logically valueless, whether they be directed against Jenna, Gore Jr., or anyone else.

*rolls eyes

Ding, Ding, Ding... We have a winner !

12-21-2003, 08:30 AM	#3 (permalink)
Ustwo Pissing in the cornflakes	Al Gore's son had some problems before the election too, that he went so far as to ask the press not to talk about. Yea its a double standard but whatever, he lost anyways. It really doesn't matter, if my father were Al Gore I'd have a hard time dealing with reality too __________________ Agents of the enemies who hold office in our own government, who attempt to eliminate our "freedoms" and our "right to know" are posting among us, I fear.....on this very forum. - host Obama - Know a Man by the friends he keeps.

12-21-2003, 08:35 AM	#4 (permalink)
Kadath Muffled Location: Camazotz	I think being the child of a famous individual must be pretty tough. All that scrutiny. __________________ it's quiet in here

12-21-2003, 10:17 AM	#6 (permalink)
Sparhawk Dubya Location: VA	If there is any double standard, it's the one that applies to friends and family of those with power and influence, and those that have none. Al Gore III, Jenna and Barbara Bush, these are just the ones we know about. How many times are inconvenient and embarassing stories buried because those with influence bury them? I'm sure the answer would shock even the most cynical of us. __________________ "In Iraq, no doubt about it, it's tough. It's hard work. It's incredibly hard. It's - and it's hard work. I understand how hard it is. I get the casualty reports every day. I see on the TV screens how hard it is. But it's necessary work. We're making progress. It is hard work."

12-21-2003, 11:19 AM	#8 (permalink)
Astrocloud Apocalypse Nerd	There is no double standard from the so-called "liberals" who aren't speaking up about this. Al Gore is not a candidate. He is now a celebrity and his child is the child of a celebrity. In short Who Cares? Rush Limbaugh is more interesting because self described "Right Wingers" demonstrate their hypocrisy in their support of that junkie. -So how come the right doesn't spend all their time talking about Rush Limbaugh? Last edited by Astrocloud; 12-21-2003 at 11:27 AM..

12-21-2003, 11:45 AM	#9 (permalink)
silent_jay Her Jay Location: Ontario for now....	would people hear about this if it was normal person not that al gore is a "celebrity" but chances are no this would not of eve nmade the papers. __________________ Absence makes the heart grow fonder

12-21-2003, 08:48 AM	#5 (permalink)
sixate Registered User Location: Somewhere in Ohio	Try to find another 21 year old who doesn't drink or do drugs.... Oh wait, I didn't, and I still don't! Either way there is a double standard. All the liberals who cried and made fun of Bush's daughters won't say a word about this. I'd like to know how many people who made fun of his kids had kids of their own who did the same or even worse......

12-21-2003, 12:01 PM	#10 (permalink)
Mojo_PeiPei Kiss of Death Location: Perpetual wind and sorrow	Did people actually get down on the Bush twins for partying? I mean I give them props, unlike first children of the past they are human beings and don't have sticks up their respective asses. More props to Gore's son too. Ms Lovejoy voice "Won't somebody please think of the children!" __________________ To win a war you must serve no master but your ambition.

12-21-2003, 12:48 PM	#12 (permalink)
rogue49 Loser	Let's keep things on topic and relevant to current events

12-21-2003, 02:13 PM	#13 (permalink)
chavos Banned Location: St. Paul, MN	ad hominem attacks are logically valueless, whether they be directed against Jenna, Gore Jr., or anyone else. *rolls eyes

12-21-2003, 05:04 PM	#14 (permalink)
archer2371 Sarge of Blood Gulch Red Outpost Number One Location: On the front lines against our very enemy	I do not care about Mr. Gore III's exploits Nor do I care about how much the twins drank last noight Let's forget about this And move on to a real ish. *was feeling kinda poetic, sorry. __________________ "This ain't no Ice Cream Social!" "Hey Grif, Chupathingy...how bout that? I like it...got a ring to it." "I have no earthly idea what it is I just saw, or what this place is, or where in the hell O'Malley is! My only choice is to blame Grif for coming up with such a flawed plan. Stupid, stupid Grif."

12-21-2003, 07:22 PM	#15 (permalink)
lordjeebus ‚±‚Ìˆó˜U‚ª–Ú‚É“ü‚ç‚Ê‚© Location: College	The only thing that upsets me when the children of politicians get caught with weed or underage with alcohol is that their parents obviously know that millions and millions of kids like their kids are breaking these retarded laws. Yet not one of these parents is using their influence to lower the drinking age or legalize marijuana -- as long as their kids are ok, that's fine with them.

12-21-2003, 07:26 PM	#16 (permalink)
MrSmashy Crazy Location: Soviet Canukistan	Why does this kind of fingerpointing always seem to occur. The actions of these politicians children are not important, yet both sides of the spectrum seem to love to use it as if it was some kind of moral hammer with which to hit the other side until they are beneath them. I think these are arguements of those who would rather try and attack the person instead of debate the issues - since personal attacks can be easier - and that is too bad. It is a weak way to debate and ultimately, in my opinion, devalues the attacker more than the attackee as it demonstrates them as grasping and petty.

12-21-2003, 07:59 PM	#17 (permalink)
MSD The sky calls to us ... Super Moderator Location: CT	I'll say the same thing I said about the Bush twins. With parents in politics, kids shoul dthink about possible implications of their actions, but everyone should realize that they're only human, and most people do stuff like that at that age. The college student who never drinks is a rare find, and those who didn't try pot are becoming scarce. This doesn't change my opinion of Gore at all, just like when I (yes, I'm liberal and don't like Bush) said that the media was being too hard on Bush because his daughters were acting like normal kids.

12-21-2003, 08:57 PM	#18 (permalink)
filtherton Junkie Location: In the land of ice and snow.	Maybe we can all take a moment and acknowledge that drug abuse crosses the political spectrum. Maybe al, the bush's and rush could all find common ground at an AA or NA meeting. Furthermore, endymon, unless you're an incognito veteran tfp-er, how do you even know any of us here on the tfp expressed moral outrage at the bush family? That whole business is practically ancient history as far as politics goes. It seems as though you are the one expressing the moral outrage. Last edited by filtherton; 12-21-2003 at 09:01 PM..

12-21-2003, 10:10 PM	#19 (permalink)
DukeLeto Upright Location: Minneapolis	So what? I assume that, if guilty, Gore's son will answer for his crime. That is as far as culpabiliy extends in this case, and I therefore find it difficult to countenance the sanctimony issuing from those who claim a "double standard" is in place. I'm sure I am not alone in saying that, far from attacking or being outraged by the Bush twins' behavior, I found it comical that such a tempest ensued. That issue was of no great consequence then, and nothing makes it important now. Why do you insist on starting these insignificant pissing contests? Your posting is a waste of time, just as the Bush twins' adventures were nothing more than a little squandered newsprint. __________________ "I would not dare to so dishonor my Creator God by attaching His name to that book (the Bible)." -- Thomas Paine

12-26-2003, 07:41 AM	#20 (permalink)
floydthebarber Insane Location: ?	And this is worthy of our attention why? How anyone could give a shit about this is beyond me. __________________ wish you were here

12-26-2003, 09:52 AM	#21 (permalink)
Endymon32 Banned	Its worthy of attention cause last year when the Bush girl was caught drinking people were yelling and screaming and calling Bush names. But when the shoe is on the other foot, its suddlenly not a big deal.

12-26-2003, 11:04 AM	#22 (permalink)
debaser Sir, I have a plan... Location: 38S NC20943324	This proves the utter fallacy of the democratic parties politics just as soundly as Bushes daugthers hyjinx doomed the republican party last year... __________________ Fortunato became immured to the sound of the trowel after a while.

12-27-2003, 11:08 AM	#25 (permalink)
mrbuck12000 Psycho Location: wisCONsin	I guess the real question here would be is if he inhaled or not? But does it really matter, we have a president that lied to the american public about an accomplished mission to Iraq. __________________ "There's an old saying in Tennessee -- I know it's in Texas, it's probably in Tennessee --that says, fool me once, shame on ... shame on you. Fool me ... You can't get fooled again." - G.W. Bush quoted by the Baltimore Sun - Oct 6, 2002

12-28-2003, 12:04 PM	#26 (permalink)
Strange Famous follower of the child's crusade?	I couldnt care less is Al Gore's son smokes weed any less than I could care if Bush's daughter likes a drink or three. __________________ "Do not tell lies, and do not do what you hate, for all things are plain in the sight of Heaven. For nothing hidden will not become manifest, and nothing covered will remain without being uncovered." The Gospel of Thomas

12-29-2003, 10:45 AM	#28 (permalink)
Strange Famous follower of the child's crusade?	Wasnt the big thing with the Bush girls that they got a secret service agent who was with them to bust one of their boyfriends out of jail though? __________________ "Do not tell lies, and do not do what you hate, for all things are plain in the sight of Heaven. For nothing hidden will not become manifest, and nothing covered will remain without being uncovered." The Gospel of Thomas