Miss USA

You know Mr. Trump, I also came from a small town in Kentucky called LaGrange, I am now 61 years old. When I was a young lady from ages 10 into my 20's I had already travelled the world as the dependent of a Navy Officer, and I took with me to the big cities, strange lands, and cultures I did not readily understand, the values my parents instilled in me. I knew what was expected of me and the morals I learned from them and how to extend them to these other peoples and cultures. I always made my family proud. We were not a rich family and it is because of those "smalltown" values and morals I never overstepped or lost control. Miss USA can use as many excuses as she may want and cry as many tears as she wants, but I know in my heart, she knew better, afterall, had she not been in training for her entire lifetime so far. I have lost great respect for you in this most grave exhibit of poor judgement

I am a firm believer in second chances as well. However, in this situation with her being a "role model" and representing certain ideals, I think she probably should have resigned, rather than been fired and still could have had the organization help her through rehab. I think her behavior exemplies immaturity and disregard for the position she held. I'm sure she's a good person who got off on the wrong track, but young people today need to learn that there are consequences for your actions - both good and bad.

As a parent of a 10 year old daughter and 8 year old son, I have growing concerns about the role models of today that are displayed in the media. If you take on the responsibility to be a role model, then I believe you should be above reproach. There are a lot of "good people" in the world. To be given a position that demands a person to have integrity and to uphold herself "morally" is a constant battle. Being youthful and having desires is normal behavior but when one takes on the role of being in the public eye, then one must make sacrifices for the good of others. We all make choices, good ones and bad ones. But it's about making the right ones. And Miss USA is not just an individual. She represents an entity. That entity is supposed to be morally sound. The message, I hear seems to be regardless of what a person does she/he can be given second chances and our youth doesn't have to strive to do what's always good but know that if we fail, we will be given extra chances. So why strive for perfection. The media is relishing in the performance of "bad girls". It is what sells newspapers and magazines. The media lines our newsstands with halfnaked women and men and their recent exploits along with their drug use, their divorces, their affairs, their alcohol abuse etc. If we are not visually accosted at the newsstand then we are on the internet, or through television. As a country we have accepted it and we applaud it. We are overrun with media telling us "those with money, power, etc.", are the ones we should strive to become. A plastic, rich, sexually permiscuous drug addict. They have said one person can make a difference. One person can change the world. Where is that one person? Could it have been your Miss USA? What message are we exactly sending to our youth? Maybe we should be saying, I will get you the help you need but as a role model to our youth, this is no longer your responsibility. As we forge into a new year, I believe that the world before us is going to become strikingly worse than the previous ones. I had hopes of change, but you can't change a world that is doomed for failure, regardless of it's power, or money. I am terrified for my children that they will never know the kind of peaceful, morally sound country that I grew up knowing. Or maybe we have always been bad, just without the media showing it everyday.

I love you Donald for the person you are and have always admired you. I think you should sue Rosie for her comments.

Here we go again...Rosie had to open her fat axx big mouth again...I agree with everything Trump said about her...I can't believe that she is on TV...She is ugly,foul mouth,no talents what so ever and I can't believe that Barbara Walters put her on TV...After she made asia racial remarked...

Donald!...please...for the sake of NY...RUN ROSIE O DONALD OUT OF THAT GREAT CITY!! She really needs to be removed from this country. Like many great Americans! I cant take her personal views anymore or that FAT MOUTH of hers....she's so anti everything!
Theres Freedom of speach, then theres Rossie.....good god help us!
Jim in Orlando, FL

Dear Mr. Trump,
Although I respect your opinion that people need "second chances" in life. The Miss USA Title is to be reserved not for young women who are still in th "process of developing herself", but of one who has already achieved the desirable traits one aspires to.
Hence, she should be the "ideal", not a "work in progress". Perhaps, had you relieved her of her duties ("fired" is the wrong word), she would ultimately become a better person for she would be accountable for her actions, which

why are you the one person who says if miss usa goes or stays? i want to start my own radio station, do you have any tips on how to go about it, goverment loans, or what?? i dont know, but i think i n could make my station one of the best in the country.........??? thamks for reading, todd frazier,lancaster ,ohio.

I believe you made a mistake with this action. Miss USA is to represent to best of the best, not just the most beautiful...and should represent the ideals of this country. She broke the law. You are telling other young women that it is okay to break the rules, just don't be caught and if you are, cry. Men will give you a second chance. If she said a bad word, or was rude to a reporter on a rough morning....give her another chance. Break the law of the land? That is different. She is not living up to the expectations involved in representing the young women of the United States. What will you do if she does it again? Too late to go back and rethink your previous action.
Miss USA in rehab....that is a laugh.
How about Miss America, pregnant?

Mr. Trump, I applaud you for making a difficult choice. Yes, it would have been less controversial to just fire the beauty queen, but what's easy isn't always right. I believe you are the role model for second chance success, and I'm glad to see you stuck

Donald you rock! I watched your interview sample for Access Hollywood and have been following the story of Rosie and you for days. I think that you said to Rosie what millions of us wish that we could have said to her ourselves! I hope that you sue her for all she's worth so that she can go and hide in a cave in the desert and never be seen again!

Mr. Trump,
Second chances are a good thing. What isn't a good thing is for the person whom gave the other person a second chance, to engage in a truly childish rant and rave session with Rosie....come on Mr. Trump I'm losing respect for the mighty slayer.....ignore Rosie and take the high ground and stand tall......

I agree with benevolence and forgiveness but there has to be a bigger degree of accountability, and not what Miss USA will gain post-rehab (hopefully). This issue should have been ferreted out during whatever process a potential candidate must endure. Also, based on the photos, it looks like she's no stranger to the wild life. Bottom line: Is this the message we send to our children?..."easier to beg forgiveness than to ask permission." Mr. Trump, give the crown to the 2nd runner up! That's what she's there for!

I want to thank Mr. Trump for speaking out against Rosie O's, vial, discrimintory, socialistic, propiganda. Im happy someone has the integrity to stand up against this media elitist, who's views should not be silenced, but reported in thier full context, so good Americans can see for themselves how unitelligent, unhappy, narrow minded, and nasty Rosie realy is. Thank you for this forum.

I am so proud of you for giving Tara a second chance. I live in a small town and can understand how this could happen to a young lady, therefore, you did the right thing...As far as Rosie, she needs to just SHUT UP....

it,s people like you that can't take it so you have to sue Rossie. I own a rv campground for the past 25yr's and am selling because of people like you, have to sue for everthing. you would have been a better man had you just laughed to yourself and moved on. But NO the big man has to SUE. You know what you put out always come's back and you made the wrong move.

I like the idea of Trump suing Rosie O'Donnell. In fact, I'd donate to a fund to cover the legal expenses. It would be fun to see who could raise more donations. I liked Rosie in the movie "Beautiful Girls (1996). There hasn't been much (if anything) to like about her, since.

I read about your not asking her to step down. Based on what little I new, I thought she should, however, you are in the position of policy making and you know the facts better than anyone, and I respect your right to give her another chance. As for Rosie, she has showed the world what and who she is, and I stand behind your right to decide.
Good Luck

Mr Trump you made a derogatory remark to Rosie which implied she was akin to a truck driver. In saying that you implied that truck drivers are stupid and have bad mouths. Catorizing all truckers as uncouth is like saying all billionaires are jackasses. I think you owe all truckers an apology.

That's a classic act. High Five, Mr. Trump!

Mr. Trump, I must tell you I was very upset

I think what he did was wrong, that young woman, should have stepped down. Little girls look up to people like that, so trump,

I believe it was a BIG mistake to allow this young woman to keep her "title" of Miss USA. Bottom line: She was drinking and under 21 -- that's illegal. She was using drugs -- that's illegal. If she's grown up enough to represent the USA, she should be grown up enough to respect and obey the laws of the USA. She is not a positive role model for young girls and young women, and while it's commendable to give people a second chance, this is not a situation that warrants a second chance. She blew a chance that other young women would have taken more seriously, and the title should go to someone who can be a more positive role model for young women and girls. (And I can't help but wonder: If this had been a young MAN instead of a bubbly, attractive young woman, would the young man have been held to more stringent standards?)

And Mr. Trump...I really don't care if you post my prior comment on your blog or not, you see, it was intended for you anyway, that's the only thing that counted...my pheasant advice...don't attack people on national tv, news, etc., on their own choices in sexuality, or because they may have weight problems or a less than perfect appearance....some of us in this world are not the beauty queens you seem to admire so much.

Mr. Trump, you did the absolute right thing

PLEASE PLEASE...Just SUE ROSIE! Someone has to stop this woman and remove her from the view.

I believe Donald has done another great thing

This comment is not about Tara. It's about Rosie O'Donal. I am not a fan of nor an ally of you or Rosie. But you Mr. Trump could have, should have, shown more class than you projected. Consider the sorce and move on. Your threat of suit and childish comments regarding her weight decreased your class. Consider that there are more people in the world that would much rather be a Donald Trump than a Rosie O'Donal! Gain back your class and retract your statement. Rosie has no class just comedy! So in the real world between the two of you who has gained more with what they have you or her?

Thanks for your time.

Christine Zimmermann

I am so pleased to see that Ms. Conner is being given a chance at rehab and to move on with her life but I have to say that the small town girl to big city excuse is a poor one. You do a grave wrong to the thousands of young people from small town america who have come to the big city and somehow managed to do the right thing, live right, live thier dreams, succeed or even try only to return home without falling prey to "not-so-great" behaviour.

You began your press conference with ...she's a beautiful woman...as if that was a reason for forgiveness.

The message you sent to young people AROUND THE WORLD seems to be...don't worry...it was the fault of that big bad city! If you are beautiful, or maybe even not, you announced that it's o.k. to blame something else for our problems, and if you know someone with access to the media it will only take a few humiliating minutes of on air humble pie everything will be all right.

Funny how Miss USA was the cause of such a fuss but we as parents, educators, and americans and the ones who feel humiliated and embarassed. I am astonished that Ms. Conners would even consider staying on. Her message to our youth is equally as disturbing.

The title may be Ms. USA, but please know that you do not represent me or my country on this issue.

We all know that there are three things basic things required for success, Accountability, Responsibility and Authorization...let's add a few. Common Sense, Consideration for Others and the Good of the Whole.

Credibility....lost.

Regarding Rosie: Donald Trump was not attempting to be a moral compass to America's 20 year-olds, as Rosie O'Donnell accused in her vicious personal attack. He was simply making a tough decision as an executive of an organization. Rosie is so thin on true talent that you'll notice that her humor has steadily degenerated over the years into mainly insults, as in the recent infamous, ching-chong, ching-chong, bit mocking Asians.

Rosie is sneaky and cynically manipulative. For many years she very skillfully and deliberately nurtured the illusion of her crush on kooky actor Tom Cruise. She did so because during those years, I'm sure she believed that America was not quite ready to accept her as openly lesbian and that it would be bad for the Rosie franchise. Now she has sadly descended into a bellicose, un-funny hyper-liberal pre-occupied with fringe political and personal causes. Rosie, either get some new (non-insulting) material and a new attitude or get lost—you've become boring while I find Trump to be very humorous and entertaining when I watch him. He's also straight forward, in your face and definitely not duplicitous, at least in his public demeanor (of course I don't know him personally). That's why he is succeeding in his entertainment career.

Steve Terry,
Mission Viejo, CA
Steveterry1@cox.net

Donald - I wouldn't waste a penny on Rosie. She's a blow hard tuna breathed carpet muncher that can't get any attention unless it's criticizing someone else. Just remember who's name is on the front door. She can't touch you.

I don't have an opinion of Donald Trump other than he talks about sueing Rosie for her comments, Maybe all the wifes of all the hard working truck driving husbands should sue him for his comments to Rosie. My husband is a family man with good morals and a very good command of his words. That made me very mad.

Mr. Trump made a decision period. Rosie has no place to second guess or insult him or her for what he decided to do. Now, with that said, I think Donald should have responded and said, "The one without sin, cast the first stone" and nothing more.

I HOPE YOU SUE THE HECK OUT OF HER. SOMEONE NEEDS TO SHUT HER UP ASAP.

Nice story... but the truth seems to be that you got caught up in her tears and mystique and failed to do your duty as her boss. You have made a mockery of the pageant and of the USA. While other countries proudly promote their pageant queens, ours is in RAHAB!!! While I agree that people deserve a 2nd chance - she only had to behave herself for one short year. If she does not have the fortitude to handle that small task, then I don't think that she should have been our representative to begin with. In addition - you seem to have missed the fact that she didn't just misbehave, she broke the law. Miss USA is supposed to be the icon of self-respect and dignity that other little girls aspire to and a representative of our country. She failed and she should have been fired. You failed to properly run the pageant and I will no longer support it. Finally, I did not hear the actual comments made

That was very nice of you to forgive her. But you and Rosie shouldn't say the stuff you do. You both are entitled to your opinions. However, how come the girls did not have their own rooms? If I had your money they would have their own suite's.

i think mr trump is right on about his comments about rosie odonnell. she is the most disscusting fat, ugly human being i have ever seen. when ever i see her on tv i switch channels. cant stand to even look at her.

I agree with you Mr. Trump. I am so happy you made the right decision to give her a second chance. She's a beautiful, young girl in a great big wonderful city with no experience with that lifestyle. I lived there myself in my twenties and was from the midwest originally. I can fully understand. I am so happy you made this decision and I hope she turns it around and I know she has learned from it.

Your response to the comments made

Yes, we are after all only human, and like many others, I've also have had many second chances too. When I was in my early 20's my first venture failed and if it is not for the help of the landlord, I couldhave and should have been make a bankrupt. It's more of like the theory of a bully and the bullied. We are started life as the bullied. As we grow we moved to become a bully, and than we can choose either to bully or to help other bullied to become successful. Mr. trump great stroy, great decision.

Just wanted to pass on that this is the e-mail that I sent to Ms. Walters:

Ms. Walters,
Since you brought Rosie onto your show I have not, and will not watch it. She is an awful excuse for a human being. All she does is use every opportunity she can to promote her "agenda".
And,

I know it may have been a hard position to take. But it shows an employers' character when they are willing to assist an employee in their time of need, even if it is not a popular decision.

I read somewhere that MADD was talking about pulling their sponsorship. They should reconsider, of course they don't condone the time of behavior Miss USA did, but they should be there and support those who are getting help and use those individuals as before and after examples.

Happy Investing,
Kendall E. Matthews
www.KendallMatthews.com

I think Donald Trump, should do as he pleases and that all other as rosy should mind their own business.........you spend 6 months taking care of your own business and 6 months staying out of other peoples , then you can come back and repeat for you will have covered a whole year of taking care of selve. leave Mr.Trump alone, let the man be, rosy!

I think it was great of you to give MISS USA another chance. We all need a second chance now and again because none of us are perfect, not even Miss USA. You didn't give into the news pressure to firer her instead you allowed her an opportunity to suceed and I think that shows you care about her. Also on the Rosie note, way to go, it is about time someone told her to SHUT UP...the Kelly Ripa incident and now this....Noone cares about her opinion except her. I hate to see Barbara Walters show go down the tube because of Rosie.

Mr. Trump,

I agree with most of the comment you made regarding Rosie. However, please don't compare truckdrivers to her. She is much lower class then they could be even on thier worst day. I hope you do sue her.

I have three words for you Donald... FREEDOM OF SPEECH! Just like it's legal for you to call Rosie "fat... disgusting... slob", so is it legal for her to say she is annoyed

Good on ya Mr.D for giving her a second chance. At that age, we all make mistakes.

Also...GO GET ROSIE. She is a very negative, loudmouth person who seems not to able to say anything nice about anyone. I laud your response(s) to her...

Donald you were right on the money with the Rosie response, she is a disgrace and a loud mouth. I know a few truck drivers and I would rather talk to them than her anytime! good luck

Trump - Cash Cow
Rosie - Trash Cow

Trump - Successful
Rosie - Never Full

Trump - Loves Women
Rosie - Does Too

Trump - Leases Space
Rosie - Takes Up Space

Trump - Well Rounded
Rosie - Rounded

Trump - Married
Rosie - NOT

Trump - Happy
Rosie - Gay

Trump - Bright
Rosie - Not so Rosie

Trump - Leader of Men
Rosie - Follower Of Women

I'm shocked

Mr. Trump,
1. You did the right thing when you gave Miss. U.S.A. a second chance.
2. Bury Rosie for good. Make her go away for good. I never have been able to stand her.
3. I live in West Palm Beach. I love your Flag at the former Post Estate.
4. I know you don't need to hear this but keep it up, you are awesome!
Matt Sherman

Leave Rosie alone! You have no problem wasting money on a lawsuit when our country needs rebuilding. There are real people struggling in this life and you have to go for the cheap shot of calling her "fat"? What are you 10? Grow up! Why do you think it's called THE VIEW? Use the lawsuit $$ to help a needy community rebuild in New Orleans...Do something-it's not always about you!!

i just wanted to say i with you on the rosie issue gether good donald, and i encurage any one that reads this email abc and the viw to fire rosie if enogh of us do it she will be pulled off the air maybe even a boycott till they do ive had enough of her actin like the morality police, iam sick of her attitude if you dont agree with her she thinks your evil

Donald is right Rosie is a disgrace!

Great job. Thank you for setting the example for second chances. It is amazing to me how many times people want to "fire" somebody just because they made a wrong choice. I wonder how many of "them" have lived a life with making many of the same choices. Thanks for being a leadeer in this issue.

Rosie was not nice with you but you decided to take the low road. You may have gotten more publicity but lost respectability in the process.

Donald - Keep going after Rosie...this may fall into the "2 bite" rule...you may be able to go after ABC as well, since they have been put on notice several times that Rosei is a loose cannon and shoots her mouth off with no facts to back her up. Barbara Walters should be ashamed that this so[called entertainer is on the View. Go get 'em!

I know this won't make it past the "validation" but I never liked Rosie until now. You are why other countries hate the US so much. You value nothing at all but money. You are disgusting "Trump" and I use that as a brand and not a name because you are nothing but material... I see nothing human about you.

I AM SO HAPPY THAT DONALD TRUMP PUT ROSIE IN HER PLACE. IT IS LONG OVERDUE! MY OPINION OF "THE DONALD" HAS SKYROCKETED. LETS JUST HOPE "THE VIEW' DUMPS HER. WHAT IS THERE TO LOVE ABOUT ROSIE----ABSOLUTELY NOTHING.

Donald,

You are right on with this call. No one can dispute you are a shameless self-promoter. But I dare anyone to find another person with the heart and generosity you display along with it.
Bottom line is that it is much easier to condemn than forgive. You are taking a risk but I applaud you for your action and I would bet that Ms. USA will never be the same because of this decision.

Happy Holidays!

Yeah! That's why you are "THE Donald!" I whole-heartedly agree with your decision regarding Tara. She has a second chance from someone in a position who needs not give it! I applaud your sense of understanding and compassion toward this beautiful young lady. It may stem from having your own children but I believe more from a generous heart and your overwhelming intelligence. Should she slip again it is all on her, at this point in time your granting this "pardon" may endear her to you for a promotional use down the road or just someone on your side when you are in a position to need her help...situations such as these present all sorts of good reactions...something Ms. O'Donnell will never understand. That fat-assed, big-mouthed,lazy, miserable, nasty excuse for a human being wouldn't know anything "heart-felt" if it stabbed her in the chest! She is a "RUINER!" Her jaundiced outlook can only be a reflection of her innerself...hence she picks fights with anyone whom she feels is a direct threat to herself or one of her gay or lesbian friends. Tara must not be gay, or Rosie would have been there begging for you to help her! She shows, daily on the view, her ignorance and inability to understand compassion.

I am disappointed with your decision. I looked at the Miss USA website, and it described the history of the title, and said this:
"Miss USA continues to stand proud, breaking boundaries and defining what it means to be a woman in the 21st century.

These women are savvy, goal-oriented and aware. The delegates who become part of the Miss Universe Organization display those characteristics in their everyday lives, both as individuals, who compete with hope of advancing their careers, personal and humanitarian goals, and as women who see to improve the lives of others."

Unfortunately, Miss Conner did not do these things; she is not the person the judges thought she was when they crowned her Miss USA. Other winners have not had these problems, but instead represented their title well.

Miss USA, or Miss Kentucky, or Miss Universe, is supposed to be a role model, and as the website reported, this woman defines what it means to be a woman in the 21st century. Is her behavior the definition of a woman? Should women aspire to become someone who cannot stand up under new experiences or pressure, but will succumb to what everyone else is doing? Miss USA should be a one-of-a-kind woman that stands out and stands up for things she believes in, rather than to fall into this mis-behavior Ms. Conner fell into. It's unfortunate she had this experience, but rehab doesn't change a person who was irresponsible; she was not an addict or alcoholic. She messed up. Thanks for all you do in the organization.

Mr. Trump I think you over reacted to Rosie's comments on the View. She was (is) a stand up comedian as was Joy Bahar they say things for laughs and reaction. Your reaction makes makes it appear she hit a nerve. I am surprised you let this bother you so much. You have endured worse with grace.
I wish you a lovely Holiday Season with your wife and Family.

Mr. Trump,

yesterday looking at news via internet, well,I*ve seen the story about Tara too,
and loved the way she reacted:*no comment about my problems, each one have
his own demons to fight with* the simply fact that have the power to be what she is after soo many years of work(she start his career early in her life with 4 years old?) soo, to have the power to recognize that have a problem which must be solved
before the consequences can affect his public image...is what happened with Britney too, start to fight the world too early, warrior succes girls, the whirlwind did*t give to any one a *pre advice* that will caught someone in, and to go out start with another fight:yourself and the surroundings.
Well Britney after our last discussion on the blog, have done huge steps in her life, with some colourfull outgoing with friends..well, here if that friends she go out with are thissame who encouraged her to take her life in hands is good, if not, perhaps is better to look carefully..
Mary a Bodacious woman say something nice in her Gobodacious site, as:
*say good

We are the parents of 3 daughters ages 14, 20 & 21. We live in a very small town in rural Alabama.
We don't know Mr. Trump nor do we know Miss U.S.A. We just want Mr. Trump to know we respect his decision to give Tara a second chance! Lord knows we give our daughters second chances on a daily basis! There is a time when we must punish them for their MISTAKE and times when the MISTAKE alone provides CHARACTER BUILDING LESSONS and we MUST give support, advice and above all, a SECOND chance.
We talked to our girls about the decision Mr. Trump made and THEY believe Tara will be an EXCELLENT role model for young ladies because she will show that one can learn from mistakes or personal demons. She will demonstrate that no matter how bad life gets, you can overcome anything. Regardless of how beautiful you are you may still have problems but you can still be successful! We know our daughters have good hearts and feel Tara does too.
Rosie should be ashamed for the comments she made on The View. Too bad the show has stooped to such levels. My grandmother always told me "You can't buy class". Hope The View didn't pay too much for Rosie because they certainly lost on that deal. I guess even talk shows have Character Building lessons.
The Andersons
Salem, Alabama

I wish Mr. Trump would not argue with Rosie O. Her comments really are not worthy of argument from such a class act. Let her waste her energy. Yours is much better suited to worldy causes.

Your attack on Rosie O'Donnell was personal and unconsciousnable. She cited events, you made personal attacks "failed loser". Y ou showed you are unprofessional in your communication skills. Disgusting

You know Trump, you have to watch out for second chances. I love people. But sometimes second chances can be deadly. I'm a stickler for loyalty, dependability, honor, honesty, I don't like bull. Honesty and loyalty go hand in hand. I don't like deception. It's lay your cards out on the table. Let's see what we have. She had/has a position. An important position unless it's a total farce, fake, simply for show. If that's the truth, then it's garbage and not worth anyones time or money. It's too costly. Too dangerous to be involved in. Reputations are at stake. Has it become a flesh business? If so, there's money there but that's about it and death. Anyone involved needs to be detached from the situation and handle it from a disance. Do these girls need a watch dog or do they need to be let go perminently? When your connected with an organization there is a reputation to uphold. Business/personal it makes no difference. A loyalty or it can cost a great deal of time and money. Sometimes the FALL of an EMPIRE. I have a hard nosed attitude in situations like these. I don't tolerate it very well. Like I said I love people. But there is something about this I just don't like. When I committ to something I do my very best to follow through. If I screw up, I do my very best to correct the situation. One thing you probably won't see me do is cry. I don't shed tears lightly. Get angry maybe. Probably at what's been done. I believe in rewarding loyalty with just about everything I have. Loyalty in return. I'll pick you up if necessary. Sometimes people are railroaded. I do believe in picking people up but there's something here I just don't like and I definitely would keep an eye on her and make sure she does not possess a position of importance until time has passed and trust has been restored. That's for all of them. In otherwards, cover your ass. It's sad but I've learned to be careful when letting your guard down. That includes friends, family, associates, whomever. It makes no difference. When you committ to something, you committ. There's no turning back. Prioritize and follow through. What's the ultimate? What's the nitty gritty? What are the sacrifices? What type of integrity is called for? Is it just talk or do actions show it? What crucial personal and business decisions MUST be made? You know I use to believe somehow everyone could be pleased. Somehow everyone could win. In reality, not so. I learn something knew every day.

Having just heard your phone interview with Fox, this morning. I applaud your efforts to help Tara. many people in my life have given me a hand, and without it, I couldn't have survived. We all make various kinds of mistakes, and when we err, it isn't the mistake that makes the difference in our lives, but the person who is there to help us learn from that mistake.

I am not a fan of liberal politics, and almost all of the media. That includes almost all of waht is aired, including the news. I review a lot of matrieal via the internet, because it gives me more controls of how much I have to filter out, and allows me a broad forum do gather information from.

The country on the whole has a problem with a moral compass. Obvisously, I strongly agree wtih you on the issue of the lack of morality and ethcis of Rosie, Ellen, and her ilk. I will differ on Barbara Walters wtih you. She has an extremely left wing liberal midset, which I view as dangerous. Although she is intelligent and articulate, her politics are something I consider a Constitutional affront.

Still, you take a stand, and you do make a difference in the lives of some. Tara will have a difficult road this coming year, and will have a lot to live both down and up to. I hope that she succeeds. Kids need soem heroes again.

Happy holidays to you and yours,

Lou Farris

Re: Rosie
As someone who has never aprreciated Mr. Trump, I have found out how wrong I was. In several sentences he decimated a woman who has simply done no good for anyone. Rosie's a self-possessed, out of control (i.e. her consistent obesity), obnoxious slob who only get off

I love the fact that you told the world the truth about Rosie Odonnell. Why is Barbara Walters putting up with that loud mouth?

Mr. Trump,
Stop your UGLY putdowns of Rosie O'Donald. They are so very unbecoming a man of your New York standing. Stop calling her names. If you cannot say something with "class" don't say anything. You sound like a bad boy having a fight in the school yard.

Mr. Trump-Your decision on Miss America was a very kind gesture and shows even Miss America is human. Regards to Rosie O'Donells comments about your decision, I feel you reply was perfect. Here homosexual insecurties and the fact she looks like shit most of the time have made most viewers cringe at the fact they have to watch the VIEW with her also. she has made comments and statements that show her uneducated and lacking style and class. Your class act Donald and in most eyes, we would like to be like you. I don't think one person would like to be like Rosie. Beside, who is she (The lesbian fat freak) to decide what a role model is? Take Care, Gregory K. Morss

Mr. Trump -

I think your decision shows your appreciation of life's reality, the ips and downs that we all experience regardless of our stature in society. In addition, Tara will be able to serve as an important role model to others who are trying to get their life on track.

Additionally, I have always found your willingness to speak your mind refreshing because so many people who hold positions of power and influence censor their views rather than telling it like it is. In particular, your recent response to Rosie O'Donnell comes to mind. You are completely right to point out that she is not an example of a "moral compass." Keep it up.

Katherine in San Jose, CA

Mr Trump I just wanted to say I couldn't agree with you more in regards to Rosie Odonnell. She is gross. She always puts her two cents in on EVERYTHING. Her comments about you were disgusting.I think your great! Good luck with the law suit!
Take care
Renee :)

Good for you! Once again...you rule the day on business decisions while the rest of us just scratch our heads in wonder. We all know the outcome for Tara and for the Trump organization will be far better than any of us can forsee.

RE: Rosie...
Show no mercy. You didn't deserve that. Tara didn't deserve that. The Trump organization didn't deserve that. It's truly a blight on America and the values we hold when someone takes it on the chin for giving someone another chance. Go for it!

Donald,
I think that not firing Miss USA is the wrong thing. If one can be made to step down for pictures taken before she became miss USA, why do you cut this one slack. Is it just because she is white, blond, and crying on your shoulder? it sure looks like it. you should be ashamed of yourself. You my friend have a lot of growing up to do, especially with your history.

We all deserve second chances. Afterall, many of us make mistakes.

Dear Mr. Trump' Although I love you very much! I fell that you and Rosie both have acted immature, I do feel Rosie acted out of line. you just reacted to her. I do say this with the uo most respect for you!! I wrote Barbra, and told her that i was dissappointed in Rosie. You made a wonderful decision concerning Miss Conner. You treated her the same as any other employee with a addiction! This is referred in Texas as an open door polociy! It would have been wrong to fire her. She has an illness! Who is Rosie to say anything about your morals. If she wants to talk about morals she ought to read her bible more!!!!! although i am not judge mental against pople who are gay! The bible says that it is wrong, just as lying, judgeing, and stealing'Merry Christmas to the Trumpster

What you had to say about Rosie O,Donnels looks was uncalled for and expected better out of a man of your intelligence.

I am also one of those fat ass women who spentmany thousands of dollars in your casinoes.
I am sure you will not comment on this.
Darlene Woten

Dear Mr. Trump,
My sympathies are with you. I thought the way you handled the Miss USA situation was done with gentlemanly grace; we all deserve a second chance!

This week, that show also took some very bad pot-shots at a rare yet very real disorder called Restless Leg Syndrome, saying that 'it isn't even a real disease.' I run an international non-profit support organization for a rare bone disease called Avascular necrosis (AVN), or Osteonecrosis as it is often called. This is the same disease that Floyd Landis has and which caused him to have a hip resurfacing or replacement done. This disease is striking more youngsters and young adults than ever before, and it can lead to a lifetime of surgery after surgery and of permanent disability. Restless Leg Syndrome happens to be one of the very few symptoms of AVN, before the pain sets in. It can destroy the ability to rest or sleep, and if ignored, the patient could very well miss an early diagnosis of AVN. I had RLS long before the pain from AVN presented itself; to date, I have had more than 26 surgeries, thanks to AVN,, and I sport a total of three artificial joints. And, I am not done, as more of my precious joints are dying. We have more than 1,000 members in our organization from all over the world, and all of us are in practically the same boat.

Another thing that was so hurtful were the cruel remarks were made towards rare diseases in general, just seconds before RLS was slammed. Those of us who are suffering from a rare disease, one which is second only to bone cancer in pain, felt very disheartened. Ours is a tough enough lot in life because a rare disease is often misunderstood

Rosie O'Donnell is nothing but a white piece of disgusting trash. She is bring The View down with her. Cant wait till she is gone for good!!!

I don't understand how a man of your stature can respond so immaturely to Rosie. Calling her fat, and threatening to take her partner! Come on Donald, grow up!!

It is good to know that in spite of your tremendous wealth, you are very compassionate.Others might become arrogant and hard-hearted, but you have shown others the right way to live.
My respect for you have increased enormously.
Thank God for men like you.

Mr Trump, awhile ago I wrote to Barbara Walters concerning Rosie Odonnell, Of all the people they could get to host, they pick Rosie. She is nothing but trouble. Rose keeps proving my point with her dirty mouth. I applaude you on your comments about the pig. What I dont understand is how Barbara and ABC can straddle the fence. I hope they can ditch her soon. I will NEVER watch that show, as I told Barbara. I had to write my comments, and I stand behind you.

Dear Mr. Trump I agree with your decision for a second chance. Good for you!!! The important of Miss USA being a public role model can be used in a very effective and positive way for young adults around the world. A far as Rosie; she had no class when she hosted her own show , when I noticed that she had teamed up with the View I knew it would only be a matter of time until she was loosed lipped in front of the camera again. Hopefully she will be removed from the air again soon.

Yeah for the Donald vs Rosie My Dad always said if you can't sing good, sing loud & that's what Rosie does Shouts above everyone. Can't believe Barbara puts up with her

We were all young once and youthful indiscretions should not be how we are defined for life, which is what would have happened to her if you were not so understanding. The only good thing to come of Rosie's inappropriate behavior is that the focus is now off of Miss USA and she can address her issues without a spotlight on her every move. But Rosie is a total disappointment. She can not blame youth for her behaviour. I personally will not watch the View anymore. I was a fan when she had her own show, but now she seems out of control and bitter.

It is good to see someone with so much power be so grounded. I am 27 years old and have had a lot of ups and downs in my life. I am currently a Federal Law Enforcement Officer and I can say, without people like you offering second chances I would never had made it this far. Good for you.

Donald, I stand behind you 100 on your decision for Tara. Please do us all a favor and put a silence to Rosie or help to send her to Iraq. That will teach those insurgents a thing or two after they listened to her for awhile. Thanks!

Thank you Mr. Trump for giving Tera a second chance, how could MADD be so upset with this, what if every teen did not get a second or thrid chance, what a mess we would have today. Even Rosie O'odonald got a second chance, a third, a forth and..... we learn

Hello,
I admire Mr. Trump for giving Tara Conner a second chance. I'm sure Mr. Trump gave her good treatment as I would hope for everyone. I think Mr. Trump can set another great example for Tara and everyone

Donald, I'm in agreement with your decision to give Miss USA a second chance. We are so very quick to oust a person that has made a bad decision or has fallen on hard times. It's about time that somebody has come to their senses and give someone a second chance. I don't know where Rosie O'Donnell is coming from or why she can be so cruel. I guess things aren't too rosy at camp Rosie?

Dear Mr. Trump,

This is just one person's opinion regarding the Rosie O'Donnell incident and I have my doubts as to if you will publish this or not but I felt the need to express it anyhow. I don't particularly care for Ms. O'Donnell, I think she is out of control as you stated and I am always irritated with her obsessive need to be a self-appointed advocate on any issue that rubs her the wrong way so needless to say it's quite difficult to be offended

I've never been your biggest fan Don, but I have to shake your hand on the "rosie thing". I've never even been her tiniest fan.

I support you giving someone a second chance - forgiveness is certainly not a fault. However, I do have a comment regarding some comments that have been attributed to you regarding Rosie O'Donnell. I applaud your right to say whatever you wish about her credentials and such, but when you start making comments that allude to her sexuality (that she is upset because she is attracted to Miss USA) and that you are going to send someone to take her partner away, that is borderline insulting to other lesbians. If you have a problem with her, leave it to her personally, not to her partner or to her sexuality - her sexual orientation didn't influence her opinion in this matter and it really isn't a relevant factor to bring up, especially when it seems that you are bringing it up as though it were a disparaging characteristic. It's disappointing that someone of Mr. Trump's prestige and influence would result to simple name calling that could prove to be insulting to others and not just to the person that he is upset with.

I just "heard" you on Fox News regarding the entire Miss Universe success story, Tara, etc. What struck me is this: you must really love the spotlight if you would vere off the high road and wallow in the gutter in a war of words with Rosie O'Donnell. It now seems to me that the entire Tara second chance thing was just another way for you to have the attention focused on you. Rosie was right --- you are bankrupt --- it just seems it is morally and not financially.

Mr. Trump
I wish you would settle your fued with Rosie O Donnell. I understand that she has said some hateful and hurtful things to you. To respond to her in the way you are is not showing the professional business man you are.
I am sorry that it has come to blows of people private sex lives being brought into it. I am gay and out but it is not something I run around telling everyone. I do not apprecaite seeing someone I look up to resorting to those kinds of blows.
I would like to see you back in the view that I am used to a professional brilliant man that does not stoop to name calling. Grab ahold of yourself and realize who you really are... and realize that nothing this person says really means anything. I am sorry to have to see you in this kind of light, threatening to sue a washed up comedian is below you.
Eunice

Dear Mr. Trump,
The more I heard the about the Miss America bad behavior, and what you did to rectify the situation seemed cowardly appropiate for the Holiday season. No one wants to be a Grinch around the holidays. The newspapers would have a field day. New York Post: Miss America Fired!

Your rudeness and coarse public feud with Rosie O'Donnell is quite pathetic. I'll never watch or buy another product that you are involved with.

I would Like To thank Donald Trump for Putting That fat hog of a dyke rosie in her place. No one likes rosie. My female friends do not watch the ever since Rosie has been added to the show..Thanks Donald

I hope someone can see that Donald gets this mail. I just want to really thank him for finially telling the Pig Rosei O. where its at. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Don from Matt and his family in Minnesota

I am calling for an Apprentice boycott due to your rude comments about Rosie O'Donnell. You're a bad sport when called on your own faults!!!! You are a fraud in all respects! Rosie speaks the truth and is NO LOSER, my friend! Sorry but you blew it this time MR TRUMP...YOU ARE THE TRUE LOSER...from a former Appentice fan.

Giving the young lady a second chance was the right thing to do. Let the naysayers have their fun, but having a heart and giving someone a second chance is one of the reasons Mr. Trump is successful. I wouldn't give you a dime for a person without a heart. Also, many people want to see Donald Trump fail. This is probably due to jealousy and other reasons which are beyond my comprehension.

Shame on Rosie O'Donnell for using such poor judgement. Attacking someone for giving a 20 yr. old a break is absolutely pathetic.

First of all I agree that people need a second chance, and a third, and maybe more.But,I really think you're making a huge mistake sueing Rosie O'Donnell for her personal commnent.Whether you're nice and forgiving to Ms what's her name pageant winner, I think it's pretty much common public knowledge that you treated your 1st wife like dirt when you broke up, maybe all along, and cheated. It's also obvious that she was a good parent although when I've seen you in interviews with your grown children you speak and act as if she weren't even present when they were growing up. I highly suspect you've been unfaithful to your other wives, and unlike Ms USA you show no remorse for what you've done.If you let your ego get in the way 'cause the truth hurts Rosie's gonna win in the courtroom. She's got my vote already. Thanks.

It is extremely pleasant to see that there are people who actually believe in giving second chances.

Perhaps we are even given third, fourth and fifth chances.

I believe the good Lord never gives up on us. It is nice to see other people can believe in us too, even sometimes perhaps when we do not believe in ourselves.

Two thumbs up!

I've recently considered the Trump University as my venue for education, however; after your horrible and childish public comments about overweight people, I cannot in all good consciousness have any association with you or anything you represent. I personally am not a Rosie fan, but your comments about her appearance are reprehensible. SHAME ON YOU!

Debora

Dear Mr. Trump

This note is not about your decision concerning Miss USA; rather, it is about Rosie O'Donnell. I have decided that I will never again watch "The View" until Ms. Walters removes Ms. O'Donnell from the group. I have watched "The View" since its inception; however, I am tired of Ms. O'Donnell's remarks. She has not changed at all since she lost her own show. She simply is a nasty person who has not an ounce of class. I too, am a "fatty", but I treat people with respect and receive respect in turn. She is truly a big mouth who will never stop. I can't imagine what Barbara Walters was thinking when she hired her.

Sincerely,

Maryann Kullins

Mr. Trump,

I have to disagree with your decision to give Tara another chance. Perhaps showing her the path to "rehab" but still relinquishing her title/crown would have been a more acceptable and wise decision. She is Miss USA and she knew she was Miss USA and she should have known to act respectably, not only to herself but to the Miss USA program and what it represents to young girls in this country, many of whom look up to the Miss USA winners as inspiration.

I agree that you should give Miss USA a chance to redeem herself; however, I feel that the insults that you are hurling at Rosie O'Donnel are immature and unprofessional. Everyone is entitled to their opinions, you and her, but this amount of name calling will do nothing for you except lose other peoples respect. In addition, it appears as though you are hoping for the failure of "The View" because Rosie is part of the show. It's painful to watch this feud unfold. (I see you haven't "chosen" to approve any comments of this nature on your blog!)

Kuddos! I applaud you for your decision on giving Tara another chance. I hope others realize that she is not the only 20 year out there drinking, but from her mistakes maybe she can help others at this age to not get so carried away and to drink in moderation. It does not good to say DON'T DRINK, because they would not listen, just do it in moderation and always be in control.
Mother of a 20 year old and two teenagers.

I firmly believe if Miss Usa wasn't so attractive to you, you would have let her go - which is what you should have done. Period. It is unacceptable to promote a role model with substance abuse problems. Young people need to see the negative repercussions of their inappropriate behavior and not the atypical reward for misbehavior that you have championed on the pretense of being her savior (oh please). And what about all of the deserving Miss USA competitors who did not participate in illegal conduct, shouldn't they actually be recipients of a reward for exceptional conduct? I am mostly surprised that you would drop your standards for this woman (hope it wasn't your pants & that you have some shred of dignity). And please get out of the mud with O'Donnell - there IS such a thing as negative publicity - look at Tom Cruise and Mel Gibson - don't think you're immune from losing public favor.

Thank you for putting that big mouthed, liberal busy body into her place. It is just too bad that some one didn't do it sooner.

Where do you get off calling ROSIE UNATTRACTED, take a good look in the mirror. You are not excactly BRAD PITT. Only reason you get goodlooking women is because you are RICH . If you were just a normal man you wouldn't be able to get your wife. Why don't growup and stop acting like an enfant . Do you do anything for anyone else but yourself you make sick. All you care about is money and there is children all over the world dying but all you care is yourself . selfish and self-centered.

I could never stand Rosie. And besides the fact that she was way out of line with her comments and should mind her own fuc*ing business, you are right, she's not very attractive.

One day I'm going to do business with you.

Rosie was way out of line , and she is unattractive.

One day I'm going to do a deal with you.

Mr. Trump, The rules are rules. Tara broke them. Plain and simple. She is 20 not 12. She made bad decisions but they were hers. Tara should be disqualified.
Regarding the Rosie issue. You have a right to respond. But there is a smart way to handle things and then there is your way. Your behaviour is that of a 9 year old child on a playground. What's next, my wife can beat up your girlfriend? Come on. You should be embarrassed

Way to go Donald! You gave Miss USA a second chance and straitened out Rosie O'Donnell. I think it would be great if you sue her.

I believe Donald Trump has had another good week.

Dw

Donald, thanks for standing up against Rosie O'Donnell. She is a disgrace and most people don't like her. You are a guy who takes action when needed and I personally support you all the way.

Thanks Mr. Trump.

Sincerely,

Dave and Sue Hubert

Mississauga, Canada

Donald:
Thank you for saying what most of us feel about "Rosie" -- right on the mark for speaking for the "rest of us" out in America. I will NEVER understand why BW gave her the spot on The View. Good for you!

I commend you for your decision...who cares what Rosie thinks...she is just full of hot air!

I for one would like to thank Mr. Trump for giving Rosie O'Donnell a verbal dicing. I have tried to give the 'new view' a chance, but the entertainment value of the show is no longer in balance with the amount of garbage I have to tolerate to watch it. I believe as Mr. Trump wisely predicted it won't be long before the View is 'Yesterday's Topic'.
Suzanne from Spokane, WA
Also- I'm sure the Trump family will enjoy the Happiest of Holidays. I happen to believe Melania is the classiest, most beautiful lady. Having their little boy must be a great deal of fun this time of year! Blessings and Best Wishes :)

I was told

Just wanted to let you know that not everyone thinks that the things you are saying about Rosie are well founded. Yea she slammed you get over it you jackass. As a lesbian I sincerly appreciate you putting it out there that you think you could send over one of your friends to take her girlfriend away. I hope karma bites you in the ass.

You are now my official hero for taking on Rosie. No one else has had the guts to take on that mean spirited bully. And you did Miss Conner a huge favor

I am so horrified

I was just watching CNN. Rosie Rocks! Your comeback? Not so cool. *laugh* Sometimes, somewhere, somebody needs to say, "Hey, the king has no clothes!" Rosie nailed it...and whether you like it or not...your hero-act for Miss USA (although perhaps she did deserve a second chance) was nothing less than a display of hubris that comes from wealth and position...and a decidedly unenlightened view of women. You were exposed for what you are in one fell-swoop via the truth telling tongue of a lesbian comedian. Voila!

I believe in tolerance also to a point.
If Donald Trump wants to give a young person a second chance, more power to him to feel compassion, amongst all his wealth, it's still about believing in, especially young people and lending a hand, Rosie is too mouthy and stuck up in her own right ! What's Good for the Goose is Good for the Gander !!
TFT New Mexico

Thank you for telling Rosie what I think most people think of her. Don't know what they were thinking putting her on the show.Just think where most people would be if they were never given a second chance. Rosie would have been history a long time ago.

donald trump only does what is good for HIM,Rosie is right about him. his comments speak volumes about him. He may have money but he has no class

I admire Mr. Trump for giveing Miss USA a chance to change her behavior. Unlike Rosie O'Donnell Miss USA has class...

Mr. Trump,

I want to personally thank you for your decision to allow Miss Conner to continue with her position as Miss USA.

I feel that you made a wise decision. The easy thing to have done would have been to have said "Your Fired" however, the alternative was the much wiser. You have given other young girls the chance to see a much larger platform than I believe Miss Conner ever knew she was undertaking.

Through her mistakes she now has a very public platfrom to be an example to MANY young adults and children. To allow others to learn through her mistakes and how to correct those mistakes and move on.

As a proven successful investor you have now invested in this young ladies future, as well as so many others that will reap the rewards of her future success.

Thank you Mr. Trump.

Best regards,
Gail Ross

Dear Mr. Trump,
I read your book <I>Why We Want You To Be Rich</I> which you marketed in one area of Christian television on Paula White's Ministries television show. To say the least, I was surprised (in a good way) that you would humble yourself in such a way. I was impressed that someone of your stature would be willing to step down and come on a Pentecostal Christian television show. Nevertheless, I learned a lot from your book. It was very enlightening to the "dog-eat-dog world out there." But; I have to say that I appreciated the section of your book that you trust God and stay true to yourself. However; it seems so Anti-Christ to market a book to Christians about if you screw me, I will screw you back. Oh well, like you said in this book, you don't believe in turning the other cheek. Exactly what Christ-like attributes do you have?

Hello Donald, I just wanted to let you know that I support your decsion to give Miss USA a second chance. All to often kids make mistakes and sometimes don't get a chance at a second chance to make things right. I believe if given a chance to make things right most kids would learn from thier mistakes. If she comes through like I think she will,she would be a great role model for young women. This unforanate incendent can really turn into a great story if played right. anyway great job.
Joe Lucido

I am a alcoholic. I truly believe there are people that are "alcoholics" ( physically and mentally addicted) and those with "Drinking Problems" ( drinking causes you problems) I think for Donald to label her a "Alcohoilic" without the acessment from a professional counsler is not fair. If she HAS to have a drink in the morning she IS a alcoholic. Thanks Bill

Mr. Trump,
You are typically so far above behaving the way that you have regarding O'Donnell and her comments regarding your decision over the pagent issue. Frankly, I ma shocked at how you have personally ripped into her - although not w/o justification - don't you think that the level that you have stooped to is a bit "over the top". Regain your composure and chin up old fella! She is a COMEDIAN - just a COMEDIAN. I don't think that tact is expected of her - but it is something that I've grown accustomed with when hearing or reading about you. Sure her mind or psyche is weak - so there is no need to keep going at her, is there?

You do not get a second chance when you break the law. Shame on you Mr. Trump. I will not support you. EVER AGAIN. You should also know better than to say those things about Rosie O. Come on who cares. You just can't seem to be the bigger man in anything unless you own it.

Hello Mr. Trump:
I wanted to say the you did the right thing when you showed forgiveness and compassion to Tara. You set the example that we as older and wiser people should set for all our children. Tara is a couple of years younger than my daughter would be, however, unfortunatley she died when she was 17. I wish she was hear to make the mistakes that Tara and young people will make so I could show her the kindness and forgiveness that you have shown to Tara. Rosie has not learned that love, and kindness, and forgiveness should always be our first action, especially when it concerns young people. I am so sorry that she has attacked you and I wish my son had not been exposed to the attacks she made against you character. I understand your anger toward her, but I am afraid she is getting what she wanted and has been happy that she has had such a negative affect on you. I hope that you will rise above and remember that the best response to vicious accusations is no response. Every one will see her as I do, a woman who seems so miserable and unhappy that she attacks others who are not like her.

My son and I will pray for you, your family and for Rosie too.

Peace be with you,
Dee Welch

Trump is as tacky as it gets. At least Carnegie funded libraries. Trump is the epitome of nouveau riche...gold plated toilets indeed.

I'm happy that someone (Rosie) finally had the guts to point out the big white elephant in the room. It's about time.

WE LOVE ROSIE !!!!!!!!!!!

As a mother of five children, I do not agree with Mr. Trump's decision to allow Tara to keep her title. I believe she, as a mature adult, knew the duties and responsibilities that came with the title of Miss USA. She did not live up to those and should have been relieved of her title, setting a good example to future contestants and young women who may look up to Miss USA as a role model. In my opinion, if she weren't a beautiful young woman, Mr. Trump would have given her the boot! His decision says as much about his own morals as it does about the decay of the regard for the title of Miss USA. Shame, shame, shame.

Mr. Trump
I have retired from teaching. I spent many hours teaching students with behaviour exceptionalities. I tried to teach them to stop take a deep breath and think before answering a negative comment. I would encourage you to do the same. You are not 8 yrs. old. You should be able to take negative comments. Please let me intervene and help you as you tried to help Miss USA. Take it on the chin like a man. Let it go.

I find it interesting that such an issue was made of this! We go from partying to needing rehab?! To make a statement that she was not going to be fired would have been enough. But to go to the extreme of saying she needed rehabilitation when you admitted that she wasn't ready to say she had a problem was ridiculous.

I completely agree with Rosie O'Donnell that this entire thing was self-serving to bring your name back onto the front pages. Your show has gone down so drastically in the ratings that you needed to do something to aid in viewership. That will only last for so long, however.

As for your recent comments about Rosie, you need to grow up!! You immediately started to make fun of her looks. She is a beautiful person both inside and out. Have you looked in a mirror lately? Try hair replacement so you can get rid of that ridiculous comb-over! As far as her being mistaken about your finances, you were completely wrong about her show. She quit while on top. She wouldn't have won Emmy awards every year that she was on the air if she was such a failure! Get your facts straight too, Mr. Trump!!!

I challenge you to post this - I bet it won't be!!

Donald Trump you are the BULLY. The way you have attacked Rosie you would never do to a man. You would never call a man fat or ugly. If this hasn't shown the country what a pig you are I don't know what will. Stupid? What are you talking about, stupid. Have you looked into all that she has done for women and children in this country? She is a self made human. She gives back to the planet, she is not a taker. Please think before you speak again Donald. Your words disrespect all women including your wife and daughters.

Donald, I use to be a fan of Rosie O'donnells but iI have to say i agree with you in the fact this woman is getting out of control. he personal attacks on people are unbelieveable. I think you did the right thing

Dear Donald,
I have been listening to you and Rosie fling insults today. I just heard you on the O'Reily show...and, I have to agree with Mr. O'Reily. You'd be surprised how many people would respect you for not flinging back and responding just as he said to. You can't win a dirty fight like this, you'll just be dragged into the gutter. Even if you win legally -- people would still see you in that gutter with her. A new strategy would suit you well.

I agree with you that Tara deserves a second chance. Everyone should be given a second chance. I also agree with what you said about Rosie today. I cannot stand that woman. She IS ugly on the inside and outside. I hope that you will go ahead and sue her and if not for money, maybe you could fix it where she won't be able to be seen on television for several years! Thank you for fighting her. You are the only one I know that has the power and the guts to do it.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and all your family.
Katrina

I totally agree with the decision that Mr. Trump made to give Tara Conner a second chance and to have her enter rehab to get help. I do not agree with the comments that Rosie O'Donnell made concerning Mr. Trump it's one thing to voice her opinion about his decision but it's wrong of her to attack him personally. I believe that just displays a total lack of class. I see that the news media is now pumping it up even more for ratings. I think that Mr. Trump should take the high road and not come down to Rosie's level for all the mud slinging.

Mr. Trump: You did the right thing...I commend you for giving the young lady a second chance! BRAVO-KUDOS!

Now, Rosie on the other hand is an idiot; my advice were you to ask for it (which you haven't) IGNORE her...she doesn't rate a response!

John Gordon
Atlanta

As a woman, an educational activist and mother of 3, I am appalled at this weeks events.

Miss USA broke the Law, period. She drank under age. It wasn't like she was 3 years old and didn't know better, she drank underage, simple. So did Miss Teen USA. Yet Miss Nevada wasn't granted the same courtesy of a second chance. This stinks !!

I'm with Rosie on this one and don't want Mr. Trump, this organization, Miss USA or Miss Teen USA as an kind of example for our children, our future, or representatives of our country. This is the best we have to offer? What a sad week indeed !!

I strongly disagree with Mr. Trumps announcement and decision regarding Tara. Miss Universe is a role model and therefore Tara had an obligation that she blatantly failed.

Well Donald you finally showed everyone what kind of a Jerk you can be...stating that now your going to sue Rosie...You act like a child...grow up...eat crow...get a job if you need money...that is a cowards way to make a buck...

Trump Rosie. thanks for sticking up for yourself. You are right and she has a big mouth.It seems no one can do something right without another attacking their rights. What has America come to.

Donald your are my idol I'm from Argentina and I'm 15, I watch your show since I was 13.

donald, donald, donald...stop with the "personal" attacks..weight, looks, sexual orientation. It lessons your credibility

I'm just happy to hear your comments about Rosie and her fat ugly self. way to go.

Rose criticizes Donald Trump for disciplining a young lady for underage drinking etc? Hmmmm....sounds like Rosie might be UNFIT to be a mother of her ADOPTED 4 CHILDREN in an alternative "lifestyle". I would suggest that Social Services take a closer look at how Rosie is raising her children....:)

Good job with Rosie some one had to do it!

I am human.. I am woman (72years) and I stood and cheered at Donald Trump's decision to give tara a second chance..good on him and lets get rid of all the Rosie's with their fat asses and big mouths...Rosie is absolutely repulsive.

Donald, good on you for calling Rosie out for her ridiculous comments. She was cowering today as she should have been following your brutal yet completely honest comments. Keep it up.

TRUMP IS "THE MAN"!

OH YEAH I WOULD HAVE DONE THE SAME.

Donald,
I like everybody involved in this disagreement. Though I enjoy Rosie, Love Babs,and LOVE Martha, and even see why Rosie makes a point on your mariage record, I am on your side with this stupid waste of time. I respect you and even when I don't appreciate all of your personal decisions, they are none of my business. I do respect you in general and understand why you have to take certain positions from time to time..I eespecially agree when you say that Martha and Rosie are not in the same social club:)! With all of my support (not that I matter:) Happy Holidays! Helen

I'm so pleased you gave Tara a second chance. I think you're fabulous.

I am so glad you took a stand against alcohol abuse.

what are you afraid of

Your vicious personal attacks against Rosie show lack of class. Play back the public dispute you had with Martha Stewart. You said terrible things about her as well. Your latest public dispute with Carol was a disgrace on your part. Carol handled it with class. You should learn a lesson from Bill Gates. Would you ever catch him in this position?

Your right , Good decision , Rosie is just full of Herself....

I thought you were an educated man but after your terrible reaction and rebuttal to Rossie I find you first gradish. It is a shame to see and hear you and your comments. MOney does not and cannot wipe away your emoral actions. I have no respect for you and from this day forwards I will turn you off when you come on. YOU REALLY CAN'T MAKE A SILK PURSE OUT OF A SOW'S EAR.... and I think you always will be... Try being a decent human being...

Dear Mr. Trump :
First of all I want you to know that I TOTALLY AGREE with you regarding Rosie
O'Donnel.If you want to take her to
court I say go for it.You did not get
where you are today,because you're not
intelligent.She is not.There are other
things I could say but I think you know
what they are.
I perhaps should not do this and I don't know if you will even see this post but
my email is Sunset1221@aol.com
I live in New Orleans and therefore,
am a Katrina victim.I know people
feel a bit funny when it comes to
sending someone money.I am legally
blind.My mother left me the house
when she died and I have started to
fix it roof,electrical,walls,but I
have so much more to do.I'd be thankful
for a Home Depot Gift card I could
use toward things like inside,doors,
bathtubs,toilets,hot water heaters
such.It's a double house an I lived
on the rent money from the other side
prior to Katrina. If you could help
at all you could email me and let me
know how to contact you.I will not
put my address or phone number
out on the web as that is too dangerous
but anyway my main thing here was to
let you know I FULLY AGREE WITH YOU.
Rosie O'Donnel is a picker.She starts
stuff with people.She has a BIG mouth

I wanted to ask that you stop wasting your time running your mouth about Rosie. To be honest, you are starting to sound like an uneducated jackass with your remarks. Furthermore, the fact that you are using the Miss USA / Rosie issue to generate publicity for your new season of The Apprentice, which coincidentally starts in a few weeks, is pathetic.

I've been a big Trump fan over the years, however, some of your comments on Larry King Live are not that of a Wharton graduate. Specifically, one's success can be measured in many different ways, it's not just about net worth or intelligence. Quite frankly, as a business leader with a graduate degree, I take offense to your statement that one's physical appearance is directly related to intelligence or success.

Come on Donald, I thought you were a well educated, refined individual that clearly would have taken the higher road. You do not see other billionaire business people wasting time acting like a five year old. And, I don't buy the "Rosie lied BS," while you personally may have not filed bankruptcy, we all know that some of your companies have, not to mention, any smart trust and estate attorney would clearly structure your business to take advantage of our flawed financial system.

What about all the young girls who looked up to this person as a role model? what does this teach them? They see her getting away with things she knows she should not do.

This is just a quick comment about Rosie's inappropriate comments. She is out of control on many levels. This is unrelated to the Miss USA issue, but I am a mother of a 2 1/2 year old with a severe Peanut Allergy. Most people do not know much about food allergies and the seriousness of them. Peanut allergies are the deadliest and these children can die if exposed to peanuts. On The View they were discussing school issues and Rosie made a comment about peanut butter. She stated that "in the schools now if a child brings peanut butter the whole school goes on lockdown." She went on and on etc. Many people have made comments onher blog however no comment have been made to apologize. There is no support from the media or public figures and I just find it insensitive of her to make such rude comments particularly regarding a child. It would be great if you could join the fight for food allergy awareness. It is just a thought since you now can empathize on how insensitive Rosie can be.

I have two 22 yr olds and one 20 year old and a 17 yr old. Second chances are great however they must be held accountable for their actions. How will she be held accountable for her actions? She is a role model for young girls and Mr.Trump let me tell you young girls are doing more damage to themselves than you would belive. How can you make this a postive thing for the young girls watching all of this unfold.

Mr. Trump,

You did a kind and generous thing for that young girl, Tara Conner. On the same day you gave Tara a second chance, my son, a Midshipmen at the Naval Academy received a poor grade and his instructor refused to give him a second chance, even though it could delay his graduation in May.

It was tough watching that young girl have a second chance, while I saw the fear and anxiety looming large over my son's future. He'll be fine, though. He did learn a valuable lesson and that's what is really important. I hope Tara learns her lessons well, too.

In any case, I know you are taking quite a few hits over your benevolence to Tara, but I'm here to say, I would have done the same thing, for her, and for my son, too.

One more thing, please get out of the weeds with that awful woman, Rosie. She's not worth it.

Respectfully,

Mrs. C

I hadn't really paid any attention to the Miss USA issue, and still am not really concerned about it. Nor does it bother me too much that you insulted Rosie in your current rift with over her comments. I did quit watching The View as soon as they hired her, mostly because of her unkindness to Star. I did want to let you know, as I am married to a wonderful truck driver, and work with many other wonderful truck drivers, that I didn't see any real cause to make it sound like you think they are unsavory

Mr. Trump, I cannot thank you enough for your understanding of the problems that Miss USA is having. Having been in a recovery program for over 30 years I certainly understand where she is coming from. As I always say, "Even good people make bad choices." I work at the Alano Club in Bakersfield, CA...it is a safe place for people in recovery or wanting to recover and not knowing how to go about it. The fact that with your guidance, Tara, is going for education/treatment could very well save her life. Even if she does not have a problem with alcohol now and does later in her life, she will know where to go for help. Just had two 22 year old friends die is alcohol related accidents in the last two weeks, wonderful young men that made bad choices. Again, from a Mom with a 26 year old daughter with 4 years in recovery, thank you for supporting Tara.

re: Rosie:
One thing about The Donald...when he's right, HE's RIGHT!!!!

Rick and Pepper Rogers
Clarkston, Washington

I commend Mr. Trump for giving Miss USA a second chance. That is what life is all about--forgiving others for their shortcomings. She seemed sincere in her remorse. Mr. Trump looks at people's hearts and I admire him greatly each time I hear him say that about somebody!!! Also, many thanks for putting Rosie in her place. She's a big girl with a big mouth--a real meanie! I thought likening radical Islam to Christianity should have been her demise. Now she's picking on Miss USA! She should be taken OFF THE AIR entirely and SOON. If anyone can do that for us, it's Donald Trump!!!

Donald,

You are really taking the low road with your "battle" with Rosie. The comments I've read that are attributed to you remind me of a playground battle of 8 year olds. I thought you were smarter and classier than that. Just because she made fun of your hair, you didn't have to respond

Dear Mr. Trump,
As a "nice girl" from Wisconsin, who spent her very early 20's in L.A. I know first hand how easy it is to get caught up in all of the craziness of a big city. I was praying that you would give Miss USA a second chance, everyone is deserving and unfortunately many young ladies learn lessons the hard way. Hopefully she has learned from this one.

I'm a 1946 ba

Mr. Trump is my new all-time hero for the statements he made on Inside Edition about big ole' Rosie. I've never laughed so hard in my entire life. "I'd like to take some money out of her fat ass pockets." Yes! Best.Line.Ever. The Trump is my new favorite celebrity. Attn: Mr. Trump, I'm about to receive my criminal justice degree and if you need a little added security due to the large form of Rosie, I'm here for you. Have you seen Miss USA? Exactly, I wouldn't ask her to step down either. Take care and take Rosie down.

I have tremendous respect for Mr. Trump and his choice to give Tara Conner a second chance. I am, however, suprised that Mr. Trump dignified Rosie O'Donnell's rantings about this decision with a response. I think we have all come to know Mr. Trump for carrying himself with with a certain level of sophistication, and I think that I am among many of his fans in feeling suprised that he has allowed this ignorant, beligerant, excuse for a celebrity challenge his standards of conduct.

Donald:

Don't listen to O'Reilly and stay on the attack with Rosie. There are many of us out here who are sick to death of the Hollywood types saying anything they want without any repercussions. Whether it's Matt Damon, George Clooney, Sean Penn, or even the lowly Rosie " Lesbian Love Boat" O'Donnell they all take their potshots surrounded

I understand about second chances and all...I've had second chances myself and can appreciate the value of a second chance. However, didn't Tara know the regulations before she accepted her title?

As a teacher, (and with all due respect) I believe that this decision of yours was mistaken. Miss USA is a role model to many of our young girls who now believe that wrongdoings, and misbehaviors are acceptable and that they'll ultimately be forgiven. That's not correct.

Most girls will face consequences for their actions and will have to take responsibility for their behavior...Miss USA should have been an example. Her behavior WAS, IS, WILL ALWAYS BE wrong and uncalled for, no matter how many apologies and tears are issued or who pardons the girl. Irregardless of what I have to say, the message has gone out. In the future though, think not only of the person standing before you in tears. Please think of our young fifth graders (that's the grade I teach) looking up at this girl. What do they see? What will they think when her mistakes are so easily brushed aside?

Will their mistakes go

ahh...the beauty of a 2nd Chance.And the reality that

I support Mr. Trump's decision 100%. Let he who is without sin cast the first stone. Miss Conner is like millions of us who have partaken of what is not just New York's lifestyle, but the lifestyle of America. I have been given a second chance under similar circumstances. I believe in the power of recovery. If it can work for me, it can work for Tara, and anyone else who wants to change their lives. Tara has the most unique opportunity in the history of the pageant, to set an example for young and old alike. I am so happy Mr. Trump made this decision. Whether Tara ultimately succeeds or fails is not nearly as important as the message of love and forgiveness. We all make mistakes; the shame lies only in continuing to make them over and over. We as Americans all have a responsibility to help Tara and other people struggling with these issues.
Grateful,
Tom
PS-I'd like to write a letter of support to Tara, what is an address for her?

YIPEEEEE!!!!!!! Thank God someone told it like it is about Gross Rosie the fat pig. You are my hero, please sue her!!!!!!!!

I completely agree. I also agree with your reaction to Rosie's comments. Keep up the good work. Regards, Steve

I've seen Rosie around and I've often thought to myself that I think she's rather funny. Over the last few years.. what I've come to understand is that she's more than a comic.. she is actually just like one of us.. the difference is that she is able and willing to speak her mind.

I respect her now more than ever before. She calls it how she sees it and regarless of if you agree with her or not. Rosie is not a corporate embossed trademark. She is a strong independant woman, and after this recent 'WAR OF WORDS'.. I respect her with every sound bite and youtube clip.

Lets talk about it.. hell.. lets chip in and give her the biggest team of lawyers and countersue that ignorant motha-you-know-what. (Don't sue me Donald.. its just how it is)

Rosies new biggest fan,

jadedlibrarian

Mr. Trump, before now, I really had the utmost respect for you, and I really thought you were a class act. To allow this young woman to remain in her position after show millions of the young girls that look up to her that it's okay to drink while being underaged and party. To make excuses for her tactless and lewd behavior is unacceptable. Being from Kentucky doesn't excuse her from being without class. She wasn't even able to articulate herself clearly in her speach. Why is she able to keep her crown and not her party partner Miss Nevada? What's the difference? Oh, I know, Ms. Tamiko Nash is the difference. I would have more respect for you and this incident if you just came out honestly and said you wanted to give her another chance simply because you didn't want Tamiko to take over. This whole situation has degraded and devalued what we all thought being Miss USA was all about: being a lady and exuding class. None of which the current Ms. USA is capable of. She can't even speak eloquently. Give me a break.

Tara did put her self in the postion to be looked up to as Miss USA. I think she was well on her way to failure. Her crown has been tarnished and giving her a second chance may not restore that crown back to its original beauty. I hope you and Tara can take a bad situtation and make something good come out of it.

Donald, Your should have let Miss USA go. She is not a role model. Plus, your trashing of Rosie was wrong. She was wrong, but your trashing was worse. I love the Apprentice and The View, BUT.. your were both wrong in the way you reacted. Be role models...act like adults.

Dear Mr. Trump,

I wanted to tell you that I have been a big fan of his for many years. In addition, I have faithfully watched the Apprentice.

Your Rosie O'Donnell comments were "out of control"!!!! No matter what she said, and I do think what she said was unfair, you did a huge disservice to your image.

I will no longer partake in any Trump products. I know you could not care less, but Donald, one

Mr. Trump,

I have two teenage daughters and when they heard of your decision to give Miss USA a second change they too were diappointed.

I am a beleiver of second chances too. But, not for someone who publically broke the law. Mr. Trump, respectfully, she drank underage!!! How are we parent wupposed to win this battle in our very own homes when Miss USA is setting such a poor example. I realize you will say, the example of gettinghelp is a good one, but not when you BROKE the law!!!!

All good things,
Talula

Mr. Trump,

I would like to commend you for doing the right thing and giving Miss USA a second chance. It was the right thing to do.
Also I think you are right to fight back against Rosie O'Donnel. She really needs to just go away. I am sick of her and people like her promoting their lifestyles and agenda to the public. Americans need to stand up to people like here an say enough. She definitely is not a moral standard either. But everyone is afraid of being a bigot or a racist and will let people get away with anything because of either their race, sex, sexual lifestyle, etc. It needs to stop. The public is getting tired of people living deviant lifestyles and televison (media/Hollywood) saying it is ok. Anyway, keep up the good fight, mate.

Good for you Donald, it's good to give someone a second chance, and sue Rosie, she is classless, and she is ruining the View. Thanks

Dear donald,

I thought what you did was wise choice, i dont know how anyone who has a heart can take that away from miss usa. It has been taken away in the past and your course of action will be very beneficial to her and others in the future. It also showed what kind of man you are, and i think you are a good man. It showed me that you are a very diverse individual and can embrace changes and can aknowledge justice and leadership. I think what Rosie did was callous,cheap and showed no class at all. She chose to mess with the wrong dog, and the biggest one in the neighbourhood. No matter what comes from your fued, it will only make her look bad, she made herself look bad and you defended yourself as all good people do. Anyone who has that much anger and judgement should at least learn temperance and make more prudent choices. It just shows off her prolixity and spite, and that is nothing to be proud of. Defending ones honour is paramount, a man's reputation is of great value and no one should run that down, without due cause.

Your comments about Rosie O'Donnell were hideous and hateful. I think you have irreparably damaged your image

I agree with you about Miss USA, Tara Conner. Everyone deserves to learn from mistakes and go forward. I saw you tonight on Larry King Live and wondered why you didn't offer that same logic to Mr. Clay Aiken. I am hoping you didn't see the rant

Mr. Trump. You are not a nice man. You sir are a bully, and a man of your educational level should be able to fight better on television. If what Rosie ODonnell said about you was not true, a gentleman of dignity would simply deny it and move along. You made it personal. You referred to her as ugly, fat, stupid....loser...That sounds like a playground fight. You are not a good looking human being, but your beautiful wife stays with you. Why wouldn't Kelly stay with Rosie? And then to claim that because your name is brought up, the ratings on the View are up. What kind of ego trip is that? The View is successful because of you? And finally to state that Barbara Walters hates Rosie.....Is that fair to do to a friend of yours? Shame on you Mr. Trump. You publicly humiliated Barbara Walters. What kind of friendship is that? You still have much to learn about being a human being, and setting a good example for your children. All the success in the world will not compensate for failure at home. So far, two failed marriages does not constitute success, no matter how much you try to embellish it. One less home viewer for the Apprentice. Although I know you do not care.

Dear Mr. Trump,

I would like to thank you for your unwavering patriotism on the flag issue, and for not caving in to the anti-American sentiment that has become so popular in our great country. It seems so ironic to me that the same individuals who flaunt their "freedom of speech/expression" so blindly today are the same who oppose proudly flying the colors or depictions of the ten commandments in our courthouses. To raise the American flag in defiance of those "people" is just as significant a symbol of victory in adversity as it is a celebration of our cherished freedoms. From the bottom of my heart I thank you. In addition, thank you for having the moral courage to say what most people already believe about Rosie O'. She literally makes me and most others sick, however to call her what she is, is to be labeled cruel, or worse, a homophobe. I would like to see someone shut this loud-mouthed, warped, ignorant individual up for once. I have, within the past year, started out to consider you a quirky real estate mogul/t.v. personality at first, only to witness time and again that you stand up to those malcontents who hide behind the veil of politically-corectness. People like Rosie certainly love to dish it out, but don't like it when you fire back. I hope you have her fired from the View

Donald Trump should sue Rosie, take her money away, and donate it to a cause that makes her look bad (like an organization to prevent childhood obesity.

With pictures like these: http://farm1.static.flickr.com/151/329874364_d314168742.jpg?v=0 it should be called Miss Whore USA

I wonder how Rosie would have reacted had Donald Trump fired the young lady if she would have been a lesbian???? Rosie voices her opinions on her feelings, not on facts. Rosie could never attract a woman as HOT as Miss USA so she attacks her. However, Britney Spears has been in the news for behaving much worse that Miss USA and Rosie invited her to move in with her and Kelli. Seems a bit hypocritcal if you ask me. Not to pile on Kelli here but you would think that with all of her money, Rosie could get a hotter chick. Ellen Degenerous knows how to get hot women with her celebrity.

Mr. Trump
It's great that you gave the Miss USA a break but I was disappointed

Donald,

In brief, 1) in mocking Rosie O'donnell, you have mocked fat people...stop. This only makes you look worse than her.
2) don't shoot the messenger. Your comment that Barbara Walters is a good friend of yours and she can't stand Rosie is an act of disloyalty and betrayal towards your "good" friend...don't you know Barbara has to work on a DAILY basis with Rosie???
3) Don't waste your time taking Rosie to court...she may very well turn it around on you. You got her back tenfold...leave it at that.

I believe you made the right decision regarding Miss USA. My 15 year old daughter said she is still a role model AND human. Humans make mistakes. I wish her guidance and peace. OH as far as Rosie is considered she needs to shut the heck up. My daughter says Rosie is too ugly she couldn't even win a dog show!!

Good job DT!!
Any future press releases about Rosie should contain just 1 sentence. "never argue with an idiot...they will just drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Have a great Holiday Trump family.

Donald should have not taken this thing with the young girl accused of excessive partying into the spotlight, unless he wanted some spotlight at her expense. He should have told her privately that if she doesn't straighten up, she's out. To pubilcy humilitate her serves no constructive purpose. As far as Rosie O'Donnel is concerned, she, like Donald, used this girl for some spotlight. I don't care for the male imitating lesbians, as they are bullies and just flat out messed up in the head. I wish the girl the best, and in fact she looks like a real winner to me, even if she did take a worng turn, a wrong turn that could have destroyed her life if not abated via rehab.

I wanted to suggest that you could blow Rosie out of the water

About Miss USA and your fighting with Rosie...The truth often hurts! You were bankrupt it was many years ago and I remember all the news coverage. You probably make most of your money

Watching Larry King daily - from Norway /as a Norwegian - I heard your comments to 'Rosie vs Donald'. You reply / behave like a spoiled boy (in knee-trousers), and show the artificial (try-to-build-an-image) person you really are - when all the make-up of yesterday and today are removed.

Hurrah to Mr. Trump for having the courage to stand up for his convictions -- and refusing to take a public bashing.

Mr. Trump, I agree with you on you choice to give Miss USAA a second chance. You are
a father and know that children who are given a free chain can sometimes break that chain that you thought as a parent was strong and able to hold a lot,My daugther was Miss Lino Lakes in MN and she like Tara got caughtup with the crown and shine, She ended up holding on to hwe crown but the 2 other girls that were with her had to give up thier's and a second cahnce was not given to them. You are a good perosn and I look up to a man who can stand up for children who fall, So do what ever you have to do to ROSIE and make the loud mouth person that she is look in the mirror and see that she got a second chance from Barbara, Hope Barbara can say YOUR FIRED.....Happy Days to you and your family. You are a great man and many people look up to you. My son is in business school looks up to you.

Mr. Trump did a right thing about Miss. America. But for the role model he is. And at the time the world is in. Isn't time to reconsider the comments about calling Rosie O'Donnell a fat pig a spiteful thing. A better way is to not say anything and teach the generations of people we should be at peace than fighting. It shows how the world can be in consent battles of words and where in the end there really is no real ture winner

I understand that most of Rosie O'Donnell's comments would insult and irritate anyone. However, to continue to make comments in response to her inane rhetoric is giving her the publicity she is so desperately seeking.

Professionaly speaking, it would be wiser to ignore, publicly, anything she says from this point on. In Ms. O'Donell's case, the less attention she can gain from this stunt, the more damage it will do to her financially.

It is a sad thing to watch a woman who is suppose to be a professional go to such lengths to gain publicity because she is afraid the general public has forgotten her name.

Besides, she's young and beautiful and not a "fat, ugly loser" like Rosie, right? Narcissistic males always resort to comments about women's sexual appeal and looks when they have nothing else astute with which to respond. Shame on you. Yeah, I know it won't get posted.

Dear Mr. Trump;

I applaud your recent decision regarding the decision to give Miss USA a second chance to get it right.

You are successful for a reason and I attribute that to you ability to recognize your mistakes and go at it again. And that maturity and experience has allowed you to extend those lessons to others. This was a very tasteful and classic extension of goodwill.

Congratulations!!

In regards to the very public dispute with Rosie O'Donnell. I must admit that became aware of Rosie O'Donnell in the late 1980's when I was on my first tour in the U.S. Marines. I thought she was funny, smart and witty. I thought she was great in Another Stakeout and A League of Their Own. Over the next few years, I watched her show less and less as time no longer permitted me to catch it and I wasn't too impressed due to the shove all my points down your throat persona she was exhibiting. Still, for a short time, I found she was doing positive things. She came out as a Lesbian, something people suspected for years and no one really cared. It was like your dad saying he liked beer. It wasn't something you didn't know anyway.
Her magazine was serious and she broached serious topics like depression, obesity, cancer, and foster care, but, then, something changed.

Rosie turned political. Even in this, she couldn't do it normally. She became militant in everything she uttered.
There was the incident where she said, You are not allowed to own a gun, and if you do own a gun, I think you should go to prison. Then she ambushed Tom Selleck on his position on gun control. Then, she pissed people off further when it was discovered that her bodyguard was armed. She was a hypocrite.

Rosie even had the audacity to tell the great Bernadette Peters that she couldn't sing Anything You Do from the Broadway show Annie Get Your Gun unless she removed the line I can shoot a partridge with a single cartridge. Peters refused, as she should have, and the cast sang a different song without Peters.

Rosie freaked when she discovered many adoption agencies, particularly those in Florida, refused adoptions to gay couples. While this was a great opportunity for her to raise this topic, she came off as an abrasive, militant lesbian, thus defeating any real debate on the topic. She is currently getting a lot of criticism for her comments that radical Christians are as bad as radical Muslims.

Regardless of the validity of this argument people are sick of hearing about her and her wacky views. I hope we never get hit again like we did on 9/11 but if we do I hope they hit Hollyweird next time.

Actors need to stick to acting and out of politics. Just because you play a President or politician in a movie does not actually make you one. I am really disappointed that she now comes off these days as a pushy, abrasive, militant, ill-informed, shove-your-views-in-your-face, radical lesbian. People no longer see her as the witty stand up comic she once was or as the queen of nice. They see hatred for all things Rosie.

She needs a makeover, fast. My suggestion. Go away for a few years, shut up and come back a little less outlandish. Till she shows respect for herself I certainly won't have any for her.

Mr. Trump, I hope you really take her to the cleaners on this issue. If she is going to dish it out, then she better be able to take it.

Respectfully Submitted

Jeffery Hutchinson Hankins
Chesterfield, Michigan

I agree with your decision Mr. Trump and am dissapointed with the verbal attacks made on you

Mr Trump, why don't you put your mouth where your money is and sue Rosie O'Donnell?

Stop doing the talk shows rounds to defend your frail ego and SUE her.

That will prove to me that you're indeed all the MAN that you claimed you were!

Your response to Rosie O'Donnell reminded me of the young boys in school that got angry with girls when they turned them down for dates.

You need to grow up. Name calling is just childish. You showed your true colors. You were pushing it with the Martha Stewart comments that you made but this time, you've gone TOO far. There was NO reason to attact Rosie O'Donnell's looks. No reason to say that you were going to send someone over to steal her girlfriend away.

You've made yourself look like a horses ass. I don't think this is anything that your image can recover from. I know that I will never look at you or your Trump brand the same. I will not view your new Apprentice either. I have been a loyal fan for years but this has pushed me away and I will not ever return.

You need fans. You need support. Without those your show and your brand are nothing. You need to think before you speak. Not only have you insulted Rosie, you've insulted the American public who may not fit into the Miss USA beauty ideal. We're all people. We come in different shapes and sizes. Some of us just have more class than others.

Oh and I agree that Miss USA should have been able to keep her title. But I think it's a slap in the face to say that she's going to rehab. She admitted that she doesn't have an alcohol problem. She needs counseling and positive role models. Not rehab.

Rosie had no right to question your decision on Miss U.S.A.. What Rosie and her life style represents is degrading to all of society.

On your side,
Two from Texas

I wanted to add that the reason you did not consider runner up Tamiko Nash as a replacement to Tara Conner is because she's black. TMZ had a story up about her.

What's more unfortunate is you justified your ruling

Donald:

You have placed your credibility and reputation in great jeopardy

Dear Mr.Trump,

Kudos for giving the hubris of the young a second chance. You are a good man. Why ruin a young ladies life for getting caught up in the whirlwind.
As for Rosie, let me quote my mother. Shame on her!!!

Being a father of daughters myself, I was truly impressed that you gave Miss USA a second chance. I must agree with my wife though, that it is a well known situation that when you throw almost anyone into that type of limelight without more supervision at their inexperienced age is an bad oversight of the organization. That needs to be recified. We chose as a family to invest in your company following a statement you made a few years ago about remembering the people who helped you when you were down. As of last night, we have completely sold out of our holdings. We have worked in our city with neglected and abandoned children and have seen first hand, not through a checkbook, the mental and physical scars that turn them into the adults they became. Its never a loving home where they have a safe place to land that does it. To watch a man of your supposed calibur say what you did towards a woman was inexcusible! What type of message were you sending to your own children? Would you EVER tolerate a man talking to them that way? If so, you don't deserve their love and respect. I don't care what our society will tolerate. Your financial woes have been more documented than any other phase of your being, just try a little reading. How far wrong was she really? We don't need a bully making decisions about our hard-earned money. My daughter's said they'd rather starve. You're fortunate that you'll never have to know if you'd have been able to get women you have if it weren't for your money or how you would have handled a handicapped child. Apparently, they wouldn't have been good enough for you in light of everything. A real man should know its not always about the money or someone else's perfection, but doing the right thing.

Your recent behavior, starting with Martha Stewart and continuing with Rosie O'Donnell has finally shown us your true colors, sir.
It has become comical that you're more
upset

Mr. Trump,

I am a huge fan, and will continue to be since I am willing to also give you "a second chance" pertaining to your disappointing and embarrassing response to Rosie. I was hoping for a humble and mature response, but instead you were just as immature toward her as she was toward you. If you drag this out in court, it will only reflect negatively upon your character since your comments were just as vicious. If I were your personal friend or business partner, I would advise it's in your best interest as both a businessman and a celebrity to be the first to humble himself and offer a public apology, especially with the new season of "The Apprentice" premiering soon. If you do not, you will most likely experience a decline in ratings, book sales, and most importantly your public character and integrity.

A concerned fan

Mr. Trump, To heck with lawsuits, put in a bid that Barbara Walters can't pass on and purchase Barwall Productions then put an end to Rosie's so-called comeback career on The View.

Mr. Trump I completely disagree with you NOT firing Mrs. America. She should have realized that with the title there are sacrifices, conduct being one of them (I'm sure she was told this). This GIRL is NOT a role model

Mr Trump you played the Miss USA incident incorrectly and you played the Rosie thing incorrectly. You should have released Miss USA and forgiven anyone who criticized you for it. It's not even an issue of hindsight, just common sense and true leadership.

I agree that Mr. Trump has a high IQ, this shows in his education and business deals... But his outbursts show a low EQ - Emotional intelligence. Mr. Trump, you showed no class in your response to Rosie. You had a temper tantrum..because someone pushed your buttons and triggers...to your insecurities. Rosie is a talented, giving and intelligent woman... You were way out of line. And your insecurities showed even more...when you had to use Barbra Walters to uphold your argument. Shame on you.

I couldn't agree more with Kelly if I wrote her post myself. I too became a huge fan of Trump during The Apprentice. I thought, under the fascade, there was a nice, kind man. NO MORE! Wow, I was blown away

Mr. Trump-

I have always respected and admired your success as a businessman. That respect and admiration has been diminished and tarnished

Ugh! Enough already with the verbal onslaught against Rosie! You look like an ass....she has stopped hurtling insults your way and it's time for you to do the same. Stop acting so immature. It's embarrassing. I literally got a stomache ache hearing all your comments about Rosie to the many talk shows. I just don't understand why you can't agree to disagree and move on. It's no surprise that you like to surround yourself with beautiful women but that's no reason to insult women who don't fit your idea of beautiful. Whether it was right or wrong for Rosie to say what she said, you should have been the bigger person and not responded to it. Instead, you look like a bully.

I am so happy the Mr. Trump stood up to O'Donnel. I couldn't agree with him more. It's about time someone told it like it is. I applaud Mr. Trump and hope he takes her to the cleaner's. I absolutely loved his responses to It's hurtful comments. It started the war and Mr. Trump shouldn't hold back at all. Let It have it with all you've got Mr. Trump. You made my Christmas!

Hi Mr. Trump. I am big fan of yours from the Philippines and I recently saw your interview on ET where you talked about that trying hard wanna-be-a-guy chick and I was really shocked about the way you talked back about her. I have always looked at you as someone with a very strong and slick personality.. Someone who is very smooth with a lot of class. But I guess your own personal attacks against her simply means that she really got your ego in a way. You actually stepped way way down to her "very low" level of character and fought her in her own arena where I'm quite sure she enjoys fighting. I dunno about you but I personality think it was a bad move although due to my own personal experience I absolutely understand why you reacted this way. There are a lot of people just like her in this world and for me the best way to react to people like her is to keep calm and not stoop down to their level. That person you're in a fight with talks like she has nothing to lose.. And even if she does have something to lose it's obvious that she plainly doesnt have any good morals at all.. She wants you to stoop down. I hope you return to your calm, suave self and deal with that sick individual in the right manner. (I bet if her GF leaves her she'd kill herself. lol). Be cool man.

O'Donnell is just a bitter, doesn't have anything better to do, waste of air time, jealous, carpet licking, axx munching, salad tosser, out of It's league has been. Kick It's fat axx Mr. Trump. Please don't back down. It's got it coming! You are my Hero!

Mr trump,
I do not agree with you keeping Miss USA.
What example are you showing kids today?
Also you have been way out of line the way you are talking on TV about Rosie.You are very childish calling her names. You have lied on TV. Everyone knows the truth about you. I consider you a coward. No wonder your ex wifes have left you. I'm sure they are getting a good laugh out of the jerk you have been. All you care about is money. I pity your kids to have a father like you. A true friend would not have gotten Barbra Walters involved in this. I pity you Mr Trump. Money does not give you happiness.
I will keep you in my Prayers that you can be a better person. Someone once told me
one day you might have to climb back down the ladder. I will also pray for your kids
for having to hear all this garbage from you dirty mouth.
I hope you will stop all this loud mouth garbage!

I disagree with your decision to give Miss USA another chance. People in this country wonder why every other nation can't stand us, and it is because we have lost our morals. Miss USA understands the rules and she broke them, oh but wait, she is pretty and your a man so what the hell, right? Well that is what the rest of the world thinks. If I were her, of course I would want a second chance, but you blew it. I am also quite disappointed in your reaction to Rosie. A real man, and sophisticated one would have said something along the lines of--- Everyone is entitled to their opinion. Your attitude, is proof of the erogance that has disgraced our country.

I personally like what you said to Rosie. I find her to be an offensive big mouth and I am glad you said what you felt. You may want to stay out of politics for that very reason.

Mr. Trump,
Do your homework on Rosie's ratings. Spewing false comments was not the brightest decision you ever made.

My comment from yesterday did not post - which of course I expected so it was nastier than it should have been. In hindsight I am glad it did not post. However, in spite of the venom I dripped your way yesterday I was very (pleasantly) surprised at some of the comments that did get through. Many of them are very critical (most much more constructively than I was) and my opinion of you has grown slightly at the willingness to put the bad along with the good. I still disagree with the childish name calling and cruel personal remarks, but at least I now know you are willing to take some of the heat for it.

Hello Donald, I have followed your career since it began. I was so proud of you for giving Miss USA a second chance. I looked at your picture and said to myself, "You know, under it all he's really an old softie" I was cheering you on. As for this Rosie debacle YOU GO!!!! she needs some one to put her in her place and you are just the guy to do it. You are saying what so many others don't have the nerve to say. THANK YOU
Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family

Dear Mr. Trump,

Kudos to you for putting Rosie in her rightful place. I admire you for having the courage to speak up and take her on squarely face to face. She needs to be muted and I cannot think of a more respectable person than yourself to help her with that. In addition to her being fat, slobbish and unattractive (both physical and personality wise), this loser of a woman and practicing perverted homosexual has no right herself to accuse you of being a moral policeman when all you did was to provide a young woman a second chance to mend her mistakes. In my opinion, I believe that the Miss USA even with all her recent problems has 100 times the class and beauty than Rosie can ever wish to have. I suppose to be nice during this wonderful Christmas season, maybe you can be generous and offer Rosie a years worth of paid membership to Jenny Craig?

Mr. Trump, we ALL need a second chance from time to time! DO NOT let other peoplies noise change you. There are so many people that most of what comes out of thier mouth is trash. As the Bible says, do unto others as you would have them do unto you. I guess you want other people to give you a break when you do something wrong.

I think I speak for all truckers, saying Rosie O'Donnell reminds Trump of a truck driver, is an Insult
to truck drivers everywhere.
A HOG Farmer maybe.

I think what you said to Rosie was just wrong. The comments that you made to her was uncalled for. Also, I personally don't think miss USA should be given a second chance. I don't care that she came from a small town and got caught up in the New York life. Thats no reason for her to do the things she did. She needs to be a role model to young women and girls and she was not and should not keep her crown. I think you are just using all this attention to promote your show. I sure wont be watching your show any more.

Support you 100%.

The easy thing to do would be to fire Tara without any dialog whatsover. You showed wisdom and courage

Why on earth does this effect you as much as it appears to? Does anyone else notice the trend of Rosie making all these blabber mouth statements the last few months? First it's against Kelly Rippa, then the comment offending the Chinese. Now she's offending Donld Trump. Seems like she's trying to be so outrageous to get viewers. She is a "comedian" who has never been funny. To me it is sinking to the lowest common denominatior. If you aren't funny, be mean, that will get ratings. If we wanted to be mean we could say that no one even heard what she was saying, I was focusing on her contorting her face and neck. It look like melted ice cream. But this is beneath me and it certainly is beneath Mr. Donald Trump. My advice sue her and move on. On to The Apprentice, and raising your new ba

Mr Trump, I agreed with your decision to keep Tara on with her title. You didn't need to defend yourself on that decision as most people would think it was the right one anyway. But I am horrified and disgusted

Interesting that you talked about second chances where Miss USA is concerned. Have you thought about a second chance for yourself with Rosie O'Donnell? Your best response would have been no response.

Donald, you probably will censor this comment, however please listen to a recording of yourself on the Larry King, simply, sounding like a 8 year old kid who's parents wont let them eat candy. You insulted fat people, truck drivers and could not stop talking about yourself. Put your feet on the ground, yes enjoy your wealth but you not the center of the world. I lost count how many times you said how great you are. If you really want to gain this god like respect take a look at yourself in the mirror...and perhaps you too can learn from many other wealthy people in the world....including myself.

Good Day Mr. Trump:

Could you please do me a favor, and let Rosie know that if you are going to try to ruin someone's reputation, please do not rely on wikipedia.org. I am a college student, and I have been told to never use wikipedia.org for any reference material. She has influence over certain people, and she is using harmful techniques in her pursuit of demonizing you. Anyone in their right mind, would not advocate the use of a gossip column like wikipedia.org to provide foundation for their "righteous" cause. However, like you said, she is out of control. As an upstanding individual, with a lot of public clout, could you please address this issue immediately. The future of our fellow American college students require someone of your stature to prevent the purposeful misguidance of these students.

Thank you,

Mark A. Brigham

P.S. I thought you handled the Miss U.S.A. situation very well. Thanks for showing the world that there is indeed a second chance for people.

I listen to your Trump Feature every day on XM, and recently, you have been lambasting Britney Spears for doing a lot of the same types of thing Ms. Conner has done/is doing. However, Britney Spears is over the age of 21 and can legally partake in alcoholic beverages. I perhaps can understand you wanting to give her a second chance, after all it's your party, but I believed you to be a bigger man and professional icon than a name-calling bully. They are only words, true, but the viper-like insults were just mean. Rosie O'Donnell told her "Opinion" of why SHE thought you forgave Miss USA, peppered with, really what the majority of the country thought what we believed was true: that the Trump Organization, back in the 90s, filed for bankruptcy stemming from the Taj Mahal failure. I didn't follow your career or livlihood until The Apprentice. I am and will still be a fan of the show and of yours... but I cannot consider you to be the professional I believed you to be.

Please be the Leader and hero you once were, and make nice.

Dear Mr. Trump,

The volleys which have been traveling between you and Ms. O'Donnell have been pretty amusing. However, when it comes right down to it, I'm not concerned about your hair style and whether or not you have had marital and financial difficulties. Neither do I care about Rosie's weight and her current love interest.

Although it has been amusing to listen to the two of you blast away at each other, I am writing to let you know how disappointed I am with your decision to allow Miss USA to retain her title after she breached the terms of her contract. Drugs, alcohol and unbecoming sexual behavior should not be the standard set

Dear Mr. Trump,
I just wanted to tell you how happy I am for you. How in the world could anyone let someone as nasty as Rosie dis-respect them. She is a loser from your mouth to our ears !!!! She is gross in every way possible. I never cared for her or the view and now i really cannot stand that show. No idea why the legendary Barbara Walters would put herself on the losers level.When I think about how nasty she is my stomach feels like throwing up.She belongs on a farm with out any other animals b/c that would be cruel to the other animals. Hope that you have a wonderful christmas and don let that loser ruin it ,make sure you sue her and keep her fat mouth shut!!!!!!!!!

It looks like I will be comment #262.
When Mr. Trump gave Miss USA. a second chance I was thrilled. Everyone on the planet makes mistakes and alot of them get covered up and nothing is said. In today's world the media can be a blessing and a hinderence both at the same time. I feel it was right to give her a second chance and anyone in that position would appreciate it. I do know that Miss USA. will have a very difficult road ahead of her and I wish her all of the best, because of all of the criticism she will have to face and rise above.

Now as far as the comments thrown back and forth between Mr. Trump and Rossie O' Donnell. I hope that someone shows both of you this post. I understand what it is like to be in view of the public everyday. You talk to many many people and still try very hard to get your job done. Both of these people have unbelievable daily schedules that take up all of their professional time. Christmas and this holiday season put an extra stress on anyone let alone famous television personalities. What we as the general public don't see is the behind the scenes personal drama that eats away at their on air performances. Combine stress with being overly tired and trying to solve problems and it is a ticking time bomb. All it took was for one of them to have a button pushed and well, the result was heard around the world.

I truly believe that neither one meant to say the things that were said and as soon as they read this they will realize it and work it out. So lets cut both of these hard working people some slack and let them figure out how to find a way past this.

This latest escapade with Rosie O'Donnell typifies the meanness and spite you exude as a person...especially the maliciousness of the demeaning personal attack. You are the epitome of the Ugly American, who must win at all costs. I used to tune into The Apprentice but got tired of your self-serving propaganda. To you, "winning" appears to be all about who has the "biggest toys" and makes the most money. How about: "It's not who you know, not what you do, but who you are as a person" that counts. As a business entrepreneur/owner, you give our vocation a bad name. Your arrogance is your achilles heel and, I predict, will be your eventual undoing...you're a true idiot savant!

Your mother would be ashamed of you. You are at the height of financial and personal success. You have healthy, beautiful, intelligent children. You have made more money in your lifetime than the GNP of many countries. Yet, you stoop to name calling and making gratuitous personal comments. I was completely shocked when you hurled insults at Martha Stewart, but this time around, unfortunately, I wasn't surprised at your comments regarding Rosie O'Donnell. You have proved yourself to be a success in business but a failure in character.

Normally, I ignore silly news stories such as the on-going feud between you and Rosie. There certainly are far more important issues going on in the world that need our attention. However, I have to say that I found your behaviour juvenile and childish. For a man of your stature and class, I thought you should know better than to ridicule another human being in public and use the media to further your ignorance and bigotry. Even though Rosie can come across at times as crude, her behavior did not disgust me as much as yours. You should be ashamed of yourself. Many people look to you as a role model. Perhaps you should take a good long look at how you've recently conducted yourself, and work at improving your tarnished image. Miss USA apparently is not the only troubled individual in this matter, and my recommendation to you is to seek professional help.

I have to say I am not one to judge or even really care about the personal lives of celebrities, but with the recent demonizing of the current miss U.S.A I have to say I applaud Mr. Trump. Who do we think we are to judge anyone? And who is Rosie to condemn this young woman and Mr. Trump? Can you imagine the whirl wind this young lady was thrusted into, from a small town-to Mrs. U.S.A-To New York City? I would like to think that if I were to have that instant celebrity I would handle it in a different way, but who knows, better people have done far worse. What was her crime? She overindulged in her celebrity? Big deal! When I was in my 20's there are things I have done that I am not proud of, but I also didn't have the whole world judging me and thus I escaped unscathed. Who is Rosie O'Donnell? If she wants to offer an opinion that's fine, but to attack Mr. Trump on a personal level and to try and vilify him is disgusting. Guess what Rosie sometimes a marriage doesn't work out, does that mean if you remarry you suddenly are void of any compassion or morality? I guess in your world that's fine. She has an opinion on whether or not the title should be stripped and that's fine, but to attack Mr. Trump personally is offensive to me, especially from somebody who is a celebrity and who has had her fair share of controversies. I am of the opinion that this young woman could be a great role model for everyone, facing ones demon's, overcoming them and sharing her experiences is a much greater accomplishment then just being able to smile and look good in a bathing suit. Good for you Donald for seeing that and for helping this young woman thru a difficult time.

As a "role model", Miss USA should have NOT been given a second chance. If you think she deserved a "second chance", she still should have been fired (or resigned) and then you could have helped her through rehand and eventually hired her for other modeling gigs after her completion of rehab. She knew the rules before winning Miss USA and should have been bound

Mr. Trump if I were grading you on what you have told the media about what you think of Rosie, I would give you a double AA+. You have taken the words right out of my mouth. You are right in every respect of what you've said. In my opinion it was the biggest mistake Barbara Walters and ABC could make. The people who hired Rosie are complete idiots. She would not even make a good truck driver. In fact she would most likely be banned from using the CB radio.

so bring on the lawsuit, Mr. Trump, I think a lot of Americans would like to hear more about your creative financing. If it's something you don't have to be ashamed of then you should welcome the opportunity to set Ms. Odonnel straight. You certainly can afford to put her in her place--move ahead--don't be afraid. If you're right you deserve the validation.

Your latest story 'hit a nerve' because of the contrasting characters who reflect today's culture and how women are often perceived.
Still, it's important to focus on the individual, and in making a case

Tara Connor is very young and like all of us at that age tends to be compulsive. When you come from a small town and then thrown into to limelight of New York and all the exploitive promoters there, it's difficult to make mature decisions. Rosie is obviously envious of Tara's beauty. Rosie's problem is her mouth. When she's not bashing someone more sucessful than she is, she's stuffing it with more food.

Mr Trump,

My dad always told me never to let an animal make an animal of me. Your best response to Rosie would have been a dignified one. Something in the of the following nature would have been great: - "It is unfortunate that someone in public light such as Rosie would not get her facts right before making such crass, tasteless and ignorant statements about the Miss World pageant. Feeding the public such erroneous bunkum would surely jeopardize the ratings of The View." This would have been more dignified and proved that the Donald has way more class than Rosie.

Your decision to keep Miss America was wise. I'm glad you did not cave. Anyone who thinks about it for more than two minutes can realize the advantages of keeping her. As for Rosie, she is pretty ugly isn't she?

Your recent verbal sparring with Rosie from the View was ridiculous. Your comments were childish. Instead of defending your decisions you acted like a third grader and tossed insults about her personal appearance. Had she commented on your ridiculous hair or untrimmed eyebrows that would be one thing but she simply stated her opinion on your public actions. Now it is time to grow up and defend your actions or quit stooping to personal insults.

It's very unattractive for people to spew insults, even you, but, I have to say that I agree with everything you said about Rosie O'Donnell...and she started this thing. The only way she can keep her name in front of the public is to talk negatively about people...that is pretty classless, irritating and no-talent to me. I think she is actually Jack Black in drag. It's all been a big joke of Jack's. That's the only answer. God could not have made someone who looks like that unless he was a man to begin with. She could take John Belushi's place in a sequel to Animal House. If "she" really is Jack Black in drag then it's time for this character to be put back in the closet...he/she is not funny,entertaining or even sympathetic.
Why are they letting him stay on the View? It's bound to ruin the show.

Donald,I am fat, and at one time, drove a truck.(Probably made more money then most of the people who you employee but that's a different subject.) Rosie attacked you personally and you volleyed. Who gives a crap if it wasn't politically correct. Way to rock it big D.

get over it. Trump has the guts to fight back at a succer punch from a big mouth nobody who is anti american. Yes Trump has had several wives, but he is pro american that says more than most of the slobs in this country. He gave the girl a second chance, not such a bad thing, let it unravel. Rosie is hateful & unhappy. Trump is living his life & with his faults he has paid his dues. Get over it.

Hello Mr Trump - Thank you for keeping Miss USA - Of course you should have kept her in her current position! Why blame her for acting the way every other successful girl hr age has acted! She is a young woman of 2006 - her example of successful young woman is the Hilton- Lohan crowd - they dominate the media so it only seemed normal for Miss USA to think that excessive partying was what she should be doing. For her she probley thought that this how she is to act to keep her success rating up how else can she become a BRAND. It does seem that in our culture today as soon as a young woman gains some kind of success- she is to also act a certain way to keep the media attention on her. The example of Paris Hilton is a perfect examle - just look at how this woman has made herself a brand without actually doing anything but party. (She is laughing all the way to the bank) In all the talk you do about people achieving success it is always around how much money one has made. Do you see how you and your organization has added to this womans deliema? The mere fact that her success is wrapped around a beauty pagent is just an opening to her behavior.
During this time of holiday when most people are trying to hold on to the original feelings of character and integity you have only helped to break this down. Your attempt to hold on to some old fashioned idea of a miss usa pagent is actually doing more damage than you might have thought.Judging woman predominantly

I think everyone who feels Mr. Trump is right with regard to Rosie should do what I did.Go to www.rosie.com and look on the right side and you see The View click that
and then on the left of that page you can email Barbara Walters.I did and this is my note to her.If we put enough pressure as viewers even sending SNAIL MAIL perhaps we can get Rosie removed from the View.
Dear Ms.Walters :
Ratings may be one thing,but some of the rantings of Rosie O'Donnel are another.
Expressing ones VIEW as your show is called
is one thing,but this woman is not educated and it shows BADLY.She is not amusing and
it is my opinion your show would be better without her.Having Rosie O'Donnel as moderater would be like having Roseanne Barr
Would you want her?? Donald Trump said you don't like her and I honestly do not feel he would have said that if it was not true.I know what you are trying to do.You're trying to be diplomatic,but trust me in the long run this person is not going to help your show.
I hope you will consider letting her go.I know there is a contract,but at the end of it please do yourself and your program a favor.
Your program does not have to stoop to this for ratings trust me.Being controversial is one thing but at what cost Ms.Walters?
I like you and I'm a 52 year old woman so I'm not some young person and I use pretty good common sense.Please think about what I've said and I wish you and yours Merry Xmas and the best for the New Year!

I'm really ashamed of how you're handling yourself about this whole Rosie situation. Ever hear of the high road? Get some class. Banning all things TRUMP or affiliated with Trump (including sponsors of your TV show) until you do.

I am so sorry I have to get this out , you know what you are doing & you have MORALS ,SMARTS & STREET SMARTS AS WELL . YOU KNOW PEOPLE & HOW THEY WORK& ALL YOU WERE DOING IS STANDING UP FOR WHAT IS RIGHT & TO MANY PEOPLE LET THAT GO NOW . BECAUSE THERE ARE SICK PEOPLE LIKE HER IN THE WORLD THATS WHY WE HAVE KILLERS & DRUGS& DRUNKS .SHE LETS & HELPS THEM TO COME OUT MORE & FOR HER ITS OKAY IF YOUR A DRUNK AS A ROLL MODEL & USE DRUGS ,iGUESS THATS WHAT SHE DOES. ALL YOUR DOING IS MAKEING SURE KIDS LOOK UP TO THE RIGHT PEOPLE. THANKS DONALD

Personally, I cannot believe what is going on between these two. I really don't understand why Trump ever responded to what Rosie said. Considering the source . . . Rosie hasn't had a lot of publicity lately and I don't know when her contract is up on the View. What are her plans after that? And for Trump to even address her comments makes me wonder if there isn't something else that is really at issue here. I am really surprised at his response and I hope he takes the high road and let's this thing go. Everybody knows Rosie has a big mouth and often talks without thinking. I just can't believe he is even responding to her. She needs publicity. What is his excuse? I thought he was the better person. Why is he letting her bait him?

I don't know what is like to survive in New York, obviously is hard. But I would do the same thing for this young woman. To give her a chance is to give my heart new perspective. Light and love to all humanity,and Merry Christmas.

Mr. Trump-I think you have acted very unprofessionally in this business with Rosie. I did not hear Rosie make a statement that wasn't true, while you made it a personal attack. The person who receives the title of Miss USA should be a role model for young woman and while I am sorry that this young woman has some personal problems, I do not feel she should maintain a title which implies other woman should strive to be like her.I think to make this argument about how much someone weighs and their sexual preference is pathetic. If you can't argue the facts in dispute and have to fall to such depths--shame on you. Is this how you conduct your business?

I have a daughter who has been in sports her whole life and for the first time ran for homecoming, she won. I think due to the fact that she was a "good" girl. I seen the pictures of Miss Navda and I think it's her business saying that I agree that she has NO place as Miss Nevada or Miss USA if my daughter wants to continue and some day be Miss USA I do not want that to be a part of what it is. This was not onw time mistake It is clear this is who she is! And she is not what Miss USA shoud be, I think HUSLTER or SMUT woud be happy to give her a contract. I do not feel she is even classy enough for Playboy.

I sincerely hope a public apology will come between you and Rosie O'Donnell. After that, I hope you enter into anger management. This tirade of yours against a comic personality is clearly an abuse of power. Shrugging it off and putting a different spin on it would have worked in your favor. Perhaps there is still the possiblity of that happening. Rosie is no Michael Richards, but your likening up to him! Don't ever lose your composure like that in front of the camera. Work on tollerance, patience and humbleness.

I think most of America is in disbelief of how you think attacking Rosie with
such on national television is good for you. Children do not rant the way you
have. Attacking someone on their weight/looks/etc is idiotic. How do you
think your little daughter Tiffany felt about weight comments (as I recall she
has battled quite a weight problem, Don Jr isnt exactly thin. How would feel
if Meliana (God forbid) got an illness that affected her looks? Making comments
about how someone looks makes you look shallow. AND breaking Barabra Walters
confidence

Hmmm, personally I feel that being Miss USA is no easy feat. Besides, just being beautiful and walking down the stage, having thousands of people judging you regardless of where u are. How many of u out there that's lambasting her right now, able to do a better job? I believe that everyone deserves a second chance, we're all humans.. the moral of giving someone a 2nd chance is to give a man a hand when he's fallen. And not to subjugate someone. Everyone makes mistakes in life, we're only humans. To be able to RISE when u've fallen I think that's very admirable. As for Rosie O'Donnell making personal attacks on an individual, that's a low class act. When a mad dog is barking, we'll jus ignore the b****. Let's embrace this X'mas season with the spirit of giving and forgiveness for the better of mankind. ;)
Donald u're de best! better than all the rest ...

Paying you any attention at all is the best compliment a comic can give you; if only this had come to mind before you lashed out at Rosie O'Donnell. Your remarks about her, personally, will be viewed

The Donald,

We know your show "Apprentice" is premiering in January..... enough with the publicity stunt. Rosie is a comic for heaven sakes. I don't always agree with her but I do watch the View and thought her impression of you was hilarious. Bottom line, she is right in that Miss USA should not have been given a second chance. Miss USA knows she must be held to a higher standard when she is crowned!!! Anyway, get over it. I am losing respect for you.

Shame on you Trump!

First of all forgive my lack of proper manner, but people who take Rosie's side in this situation are weak beyond means.

A role model can be many things and what better than to have one who is human and can make a come-back from what people face day to day.

All Rosie's claims fall flat from the simple fact Mr. Trump (IS) a rich man. The road that lead him to his current state may have rocks but it helped him keep a good heart.

It would be good for Rosie to remember that most of history's artists and writers had troubled lives. From those experiences were born new influences.

Rosie got back what she dealt and I think it was more than fair.

I listened to Rosie on the View, and then I listened to you on the talk shows. Your name calling was an insult to all women. Your true feelings came out and disgusted me. I am now removing the Apprentice from my viewing list, along with the majority of my family. Your true self has been spread all over the media. Stupid move on your part.

Mr. Trump you are the man!But in this case(Trump vs. Odonnell) You're Fired!

I feel that If Trump gives Miss Nevada a second chance that is a slap in the face to Vanessa Williams who was stripped of crown when pictures about her were exposed. He must uphold the integrity of the pageant. Just because times have changed she exposed her self just like Miss USA did which I don't agree with him giving her a second chance also. They did not give Vanessa Williams a second chance and as I recall she was the First Black American woman to win the pageant.

Mr. Trump,
I have never before been a Trump fan, but you changed my mind when you gave Tara a second chance....Please seriously consider doing this for Miss Nevada also!
She deserves a second chance as well. Her mistakes were bad, but she has a very contrite and loving heart it seems.
Maybe ALL our young ladies will learn a valuable lesson from her ( If she's not completely distroyed as a result )!!!
Thank You!!

Mr. Trump,
It will be interesting to see if you will extend your generous second chance opportunity to Miss Nevada. She was caught on camera acting in a not so lady like way, however she was a silly teenager and these photos were taken long before she won her title.

No drugs or alcohol on board, at least none alleged, like Miss USA, and no rehab to send her to. I wonder what you will do???

This should be interesting.

Mr. Trump,

I am (err should I say was) a big fan of the apprentice. I will however not be watching this winter. I will agree with you that Rosie should learn to keep her thoughts to herself sometimes, but the insults you throw back, were so out of line. It is clear that you have a problem with fat and homosexual people. I just can't get over the fact that you are nothing to look at either. I am 100% positive that you would not have the wife you have if it weren't for your money. So please MR. Trump get a reality check.

Mr. Trump, you are the one who is disgusting. You should have kept your big mouth shut.

Dear Mr. Trump: I am shocked and disappointed with the way you have handled the Miss USA fiasco and Rosie O'Donnell's comments. While I can appreciate miss USA getting "caught up in the big city" and making a mistake, etc., the fact is the contest is supposed to produce a role model for other young women in America and therefore, a much higher standard needs to be placed on the individual who wears that crown. In addition, your repeated attacks on Rosie O'Donnell's looks send the message that you care only about looks and nothing else when it comes to your opinions and judgments about women. At least Rosie has an independent mind and brain and is capable of exercising independent judgement and holding her own, something that Ms. USA seems to be lacking and which should be a genuine concern for you when making a decision about who wears the crown. You have not discussed the substance of what Rosie was saying with respect to giving Miss USA a second chance, and instead are attacking her physical appearance. At least have an intelligent debate on the merits of your decision if you are going to choose to engage in a debate with her.

Life is precious and I am a firm believer we do what we can with what we have to work with and part of work is networking and since women have emerged to become a competitive member of our community bars have been an historic round table and meeting place as the paint brush is to art is the pub for any discussional ceremony, the quality of the pub depends on the quality of the business. Finally I had a chance to see the new look with how many women escorting Trump through an esculator and I could not help think my father loved Charles Angels and he was as proper law abiding gentleman, for many real reasons it would be fun to see Trump take on the personna of the voice behind the telephone answering machine the unknown voice of Charlie's Angel's ? Just a Public Relations thought

On slow, I have been a rather serious competitor in the past. To be sure my competitive taste was extended to sports and not business, but I must say to you Donald the notion of slow can be a benefit to pacing one's self to reach the finish line in some cases. I watched a collegue train beside me. They had no physical features to either promote nor assist in the aim to reach national acclaim. Then there were the pretty ones standing on the side lines with all the preset determinates. The long and the short of it is this, for all the ugly sweat and wrinkled cloths this child wore they never quit practicing and they never took breaks and they made it to the world competition level. To this day if I could teach the world one wise lesson it is this, time is the most important test when considering what is most practical and successful, but this collegue embedded for me the true meaning of earning your way to the top it took a long time and against a not even close to atheletic body she should have the world gold for that fact alone the pretty ones who did not have to work, who could zizz through quantity and not substance well Trump what is worth more substance seems to support the spine of time ?

Why on earth have you responded to Rosie with such a childish attitude? I have seen clips of the response and sit there with such shock that someone who expects professionalism from people would throw away his professional ethics. You threw a temper tantrum plain and simple. I guess that you think that money gives you the permission to abandon simple manners that should be passed on from generation to generation.

I know that you won't be reading this, as I am sure this Blog is farmed out to some poor sucker who wants to run as far away from this EPISODE as possible. I just hope that you pay them enough to help them get through this embarrassing moment.

I think that your time on TV has come to an end; at least it has for me.

Mr Tump, why do you profess to speak for barbara Walters, the girls on the View and even Rosies girl Kelly. Don't you think that they can speak for themselves? And so far non of them have supported any of your rantings. Just speak for yourself from now on. I don't think that you want anyone to speak for you! Everything that you said was so crude and superficially based on surface beauty when the fact is that in all of our lives we know someone that is physically beutiful but very ugly otherwise!! Grow up Donald!!!

Mr Trump, I agree that Rosie step over the line

Trump, you are a self-centered egomaniac. Get over yourself. Everyone else has.

As you no doubt know

If you let her keep her crown means that she deserves it. She won, so she does deserve it. In addition who would expect a young girl to win a contest and then have her "stay home and not go out and celebrate?
The cocaine use is a little extreme though. Poor girl, but this negative publicity will help her get rehabilitated. thanks D.Trump for teaching the word "team", she won her right to be part of the team and you didnt abandon her. Second, you stood up to the dirty truth, not many can do that. You stated here is the problem and we are going to fix it.
Drugs-->Rehab. Problem solved.

Mr. Trump, as a women I am deeply offended that you choose to judge women on how we look instead of how we use our minds. If you want to attack someone, don't attack a women on her looks. You just woke the sleeping giant when you called Rosie "unattractive." Did you ever take a look in the mirror, Mr. Trump? Perhaps the Emperor has no clothes in the Trump organization!
It is clearly apparent that you are trying to set women back 50 years. You shall see how very powerful we women are, Mr. Trump.

Rosie should have directed all her anger in the direction of A MENTALITY IN U.S.A. related to the moral right.

Hey Donald,
I used to watch your show,The Apprentice on a regular basis.
In the past few days, you have revealed more about yourself with your comments about Rosie O'Donnell than a person wants to know. To say that they were crude and base is an understatement...then to involve your friend Barbara Walters, and put words in her mouth, too...
Rosie is a professional comedian who is paid to be on the show and say what she thinks, albeit a bit outlandish at times. She must've struck your ego just the wrong way...
Shame on you, Donald...raspberries to you...
mary

Good move regarding Tara Conner.

Take care,

Shannon


PS: To Hell with Rosie.

Hello Mr Trump,
I am from Australia, and when I saw you on the news taking Rosie O'Donnell to the freaking cleaners...I was like, thank God someone finally did this. I have seen her over-and-over on TV, and was like "Get her off the freaking air...". Rosie O'Donnell, is a washed-up-NEVER-WAS...she isn't even a has-been.
Mr. Trump, sue her for defamation, and in your words, "get some money out of her FAT ASS POCKET"...
Mr. Trump, thank you for putting that slob in her place. You have been my entrepreneurial inspiration.
Thank you, Justin

Hello Donald,
I saw the shot you took at Rosie the bully. She was way out of line, and frankly has lost her touch. Never was very funny. I have watched you on TV. I also read body language, as a hob

Rosie is a comedienne, and funny well loved at that. You are a businessman, perhaps respected

Dear Mr. Trump, I have great respect for you in allowing Miss USA a second chance...like you so graciously stated, we've all been in need of a second chance at some point...even the greatest and best among us. The name-calling toward Rosie may have been a little harsh and beneath your usual class, however, you are human, just like the rest of us, and sometimes we all step a little over the line. It appears there may be something more going on here with Rosie that "we" don't know about. NONE of us are in a position to judge one another...thanks for your boldness in standing up against the untruthful attacks and for your attempts to put a muzzle on the huge mouth that needs to be taken off the air. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

Donald,congradulations on your flag victory,another win for patriotism and sanity.kudos! my real comment is the rsie issue. I hope you follow up on you lawsuit. it is about time someone takes a stand aginst these uninformed,and bitter liberals who have no agenda or ideas just name callling,i hope you sue the s**t out of her and donate the money the the gop! she is a fat disgusting slob, but hey, how come the media has given her another chance at being on a major show,which failed and now the view which was doomed from the star at the mention of her name , did not take her long to f* up!! Miss usa does deserve her second chance,better yet when you win your suit she should get the money!!!thanks donald,happy holidays!

Donald,
Please be Fair Here Sir....
Miss USA got her second chance - GREAT
Miss Teen USA gets to keep her title - GREAT
And Now, I believe Miss Nevada deserves a second chance too!!

These are all beautiful, intelligent young ladies and everyone
pretty much agree's they haven't made very good decisions for
themselves yet....but, they will make you proud if your fair
with "ALL" of them. And, God will Bless You Too!! People need
second chances and you are doing a wonderful thing here so far!!

What cofuses me about Tara is she should have been thoroughly vetted. Also, chaperones should be provided, especially to underage beauty pageant winners. Anyone carrying the title of Miss USA is responsible to that image, and as a shrewd businessman you should forsee the problems inherent,

WOW!! I still can't believe that this situation is still brewing! Mr. Trump I believe that your decision is just and true. There are many people who would themselves desire a second chance. I am speaking of those who are throwing the stones at you Mr. Trump and Miss U.S.A
Many of the comments that you made to Rosie could have been toned down and or not said at all, as well as, Rosies comments to you Mr. Trump. Let's move on from this issue, it has been handled the way that it should have been.

I like how you took the chance to hark on rosie after her comments. A great way to divert the media attention away from ms. USA's and her issues. Now all they talk about is you and rosie, and how much you all hate each other. You are so great with the press. In another 3 weeks it will all be old news.

If Tara is a good person who deserves a break, publically humiliating her was uncalled for. There was no need to hold a big press conference, or deal with the issue in the press, as Trump did unless the goal was self promtion more than the need to address issues that would require a young girl to enter rehab. I think that is probably part of what set Rosie off on her too personal attack on Donald Trump but the subsequent response

I do think that she should have had a second chance. Good Work !

I wanted to take the time and post a comment on the Miss USA/Rosie O'Donnell issue. I think it was perfectly justifiable to defend yourself from the remarks made against you and to state the truth (if the statements that you made were even true themselves- see wikipedia (and sue them also??)), but the harsh, vile, and downright disgusting statements that you have in return made about Rosie O'Donnell are unbelievable. Not only do you find the need to retaliate , but to belittle, degrade, and outright harrass her is uncalled for. You have come across as homophobic, hateful and mean. I'm sure that you enjoy the attention that you are getting from this stunt, but I hope that it comes back to bite you in the ass. I'm sure that we've not seen the end of your shenanigans, and that it all may gain you a little publicity and air-time, but in the end, I'm sure your "dedicated fans" will cease to be seen and all of the "multi-billion dollar" ventures will cease to exist. Maybe bankruptcy is yet again in your future? Keep talking, and maybe you'll see those "lies" become truths.

Not a Fan Anymore,
C. Metcalf

I enjoyed watching "Miss USA" last night, and was pleased to see Tara thanking Donald (and God) for being instrumental in her recovery.

To the person who made negative remarks about Kentucky,.....please remember that the 1993 Nobel Prize winner is from the bluegrass state. To have such a negative (and sterotypical) attitude in 2008 reveals a lack of education.

As far as Tara being inarticulate, I thought Tara did well in her speeches. Ok, she was a bit emotional, and maybe made one small grammatical error, but I believe I noticed the same thing in your post, and speaking publicly is much more difficult than us posting here, where we get more than a "second chance" to correct our errors., and I still make them.

Regardless of what you think, I believe Tara is an intelligent person, who like Donald, has compassion.

Thanks, Mr. Trump for giving her a second chance.

I wish Mr. Trump, and Tara all the best.

Tara is a beautiful young lady and I think she will now be a positive role model.

I would like ask Tara to please do as promised, and make Kentucky, Mr. Trump, and America proud.

I think people have freedom of speech and they should be able to express their ideas as long as it is done with a respectful, non confrontational, non offensive way. I think she expressed her opinion and she was very respectful. I really do not see why there is such a big issue?

Last I heard we still have freedom of speech. You can rub people wrong with your beliefs. SO WHAT. It is still a free speech country. As much as people want to wipe out our rights it is a fact that close to 80 percent of the country believes in marriage is to be between a man and a woman........Its horrible how people have to tiptoe around about their beliefs but the gays can get half dressed and parade the streets spewing their twisted beliefs. I could care less what you sexual beliefs are ..I DON'T DROP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET AND LAY WITH MY PARTNER HALF NAKED... Children are soooo confused. Its the fault of the media and the special interests that want to silence NORMAL people. Gays can't reproduce and the bible says a MAN SHALL NOT LAY WITH A MAN NOR A WOMAN WITH A WOMAN.....If she had lost her crown for her beliefs that would have been the beginning of the end. That Hilton fellow is not god...he is gay... sooooooooo.............Miss USA is not and she has a right to answer the question they way she believes