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Ladytex
Member
09-27-2001
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 11:56 am
and this is exactly what we've been complaining about in the AI threads ...
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Hippyt
Member
06-15-2001
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 11:59 am
I'm really surprised they aren't limiting it to one vote per number.
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Rupertbear
Member
09-19-2003
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 12:06 pm
Yes, I agree Hippy. It would be an honest and true vote with one vote per survivor fan.
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Jimmer
Member
08-30-2000
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 12:10 pm
With respect to how easy they are making it to vote multiple times over the internet, I’m sure they are looking to get a real dig in at American Idol by saying something like “we received over 100 million votes!”. Back to the voting, of course, people can vote based on whatever criteria they feel is important to them regarding who “deserves” to win the million dollars. Personally, I’m a little dismayed by how many people seem to be influenced by the personal background and financial circumstances of the contestants. The theory seems to be that the most “needy” and/or the “nicest” is the most deserving. That would work well if the show were a charity but it isn’t. I’m not basing my vote on what little we know about the personal lives and background of the contestants. Please think about why we enjoy watching the show. Sure some of the contestants may be more deserving based on their needs and actions in their private lives but that is not why we watch the show. As a fan of the show, I’m voting for the person that I think provided us the most entertainment and played the game the best. And, it certainly isn’t one of the sore losers.
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Lori
Member
04-18-2003
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 12:32 pm
Check out the video clips on the CBS site where all the all stars make their plea for the million. Interesting comments by some of them...Jenna for instance says to vote for Rupert, Tina says she doesn't need the money and vote with your heart...kind of interesting. BTW on the early show Rudy said he was going to give it to the kids of service men...on his video he says he's giving it to his kids?????
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Landi
Member
07-29-2002
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 12:37 pm
i'm famous for my one phone/one vote speach. but i figure, rob and amber dissed'em all, so i'm gonna do the same! besides, i picked rupert in deadpool and dropped 56 places. rupert is going to win something! Ddr i have them in my plan, because my daughter and i do it all the time!
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Muse
Member
08-09-2001
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 12:45 pm
There's NO way Rupert's NOT going to win (and I'm sure they knew that when they came up with this idea -- it's just a way to give Rupert a million), but I personally think he's overrated. I think the guy is bossy and has a big ego that's just getting bigger with all the attention. I also didn't find him all that entertaining this season. (Sorry...I know there's many Rupert fans here! ) I'd probably vote for Rudy after hearing what he'd do with the money. I know he'd keep his word, and that's a very generous thing to do.
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Rupertbear
Member
09-19-2003
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 12:46 pm
Landi...you're my hero, then kid...do watcha gotta do! lol 
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Needmylifeback
Member
08-14-2000
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 12:50 pm
Somone may have already posted this somewhere else.... Transcripts of the Survivors "Vote for Me" Video 1: Alicia: Look, I'm always honest, always truthful, I give it to you straight, I'll tell it to your face, and I'm not afraid to go toe-to-toe with people. That's the way I played the game from the very beginning. If you're tough, and you say what's on your mind, and you're not afraid to do that, then you should vote for me, because that's the person that I am, and I think a person like that deserves a million dollars. Amber: To ask for another million, after I've already got one, plus a beautiful engagement ring tonight, but hey, why not have 2, so vote for me to win another million. Colby: Alright, I would never, ever, be so bold as to say I deserve the million dollars more than anyone else does. But I will tell you this: Out of 8 seasons, I am the only guy who's ever stood by his word, honored his alliance, knowing it was going to cost him a million dollars. 4 years it's been. I sleep good at night. I'd sleep a lot better if I made up some of that money. Ethan: Listen, I don't need the money, but I think I deserve it because I will split that money up evenly, give it to each survivor's charity of their choice. So that's why you should give me the million. Jenna L: Why do I deserve a million dollars? I deserve a million dollars because I have twins I have to support and I was third in all-star and if my foot hadn't slipped, I wouldn't need to ask you for a million dollars because I would already have it. However, I'm not here to plead for me, I'm here to plead for Rupert. I betrayed him in the game, he's the most popular on CBS, he's played 2 games back-to-back, he deserves it. So unless everybody that's ever worn tie-dye, ever *smoking gesture*, ever listened to the grateful dead, and anybody that ever wanted to be a pirate, does not vote, and they cut off the entire state of Indiana and most of the southern states, Rupert's goign to win anyways, so I'm saying for my best friend, that I betrayed in the game, vote for Rupert, he deserves it. Jenna M: Uhm, you know what? I don't need a million dollars, and as much as Rob C wants me to come in here and tell you guys to give him the million dollars, the only thing that I can think of that I would do with the million dollars if I had it, is to give it all to Breast Cancer research, cuz Mother's Day, it was the finale of my mom's favorite show, so, if you give it to me, that's what I'm going to do with it, promise, nothing special, so it's up to you now. Video 2: Jerri elected not to participate Kathy: I know how to play the game of Survivor. I got Rob the first time on Survivor Marquesas, came in number 3 and I totally deserve the million bucks because I understand how to play it. I work hard, I appreciate the players, I play with integrity, I don't lie to people, I do know how to play the game though, also, so give me the million bucks. I'll take half of it, give it to my foundation. *finger click* Bam. Lex: Why do I deserve the million bucks? HOnestly I don't think it's about deserving anything, I think all of us deserve to get a million dollars. But if I've got to make a plea, I guess I'll just say, you know, I played the game twice, with my heart, the only way that I can play it, I think you guys should vote with your hearts, so if you guys do decide to give me the million dollars, my wife, my kids, and I thank you. Peace. Richard: All of us here are good folks, we really are. All of them. All of the people that are teary and angry, etc, but give it to the guy who's played the game best, that's me. Rob C: Hey guys, remember me, Rob C, your ol' buddy from Survivor, the Amazon? Here's my pitch to you: I was the greatest player never to win, I've lost twice, I'm not going to have another chance at this; this is your chance to hook a brother up. But, here's what I will do: If I win, I will give half the money to Rupert. And I'll take Big Tom out to dinner. Half the money to Rupert, Big Tom out to dinner, Rob player-Cesareno, Out! Boston Rob: So why do I deserve the million dollars? Well anybody that watched tonight, I think we all saw that we had a jury of sour grapes, so make my dream come true, give me a million dollars. I think everybody knows that I play the game the best. That's it, straight up, honest. You want honesty, this time I'm not lying. give me the million. Video 3: Rudy: If I win a million dollars, I'm going to give it to my kids. I don't like people mooching money off me, I just say 'go see my kids', cuz that happened before. Rupert: The reason I need that million dollars? Let alone the fact that my daughter turns 5 on the 13th. Let alone the fact that is going to be my third time, my third chance. Third times the charm. But it would help my family, myself, my momma, my kids that I mentor, my kids help program that I'm starting, there's so many people in Indianapolis that this would help. You know, I appreciate, even win or lose, I appreciate the heck out of everybody out there. Thanks. Shii Ann: It's been 4 months but I still want to win this game as much as ever. I played as hard as I could in the show, uh, you know, beating out all the other Mogo Mogo members, even in the end, winning immunity, and I feel like I deserve this million dollars because of my strategy, becaue of my ability to outwit, outplay, and outlast all of my original members, and because of the reason I didn't win was because of the merge that was against our favor. So, hopefully you'll vote for me, and I'll be seeiing you at the next finale. Thanks. Susan: Hey, you might love me or hate me, but be as it may, I did suck you people into watching this game, from survivor one. And if you dont' vote for me, I hope you lie there, dying of thirst, in the desert, and the vultures pluck your eyeballs out, and the only thing that'll be left in the end will be your teeth. Tina: Hi guys. I'm supposed to tell you why you should vote for me to win a million bucks. Truth of the matter is, Survivor's already given me a million bucks and I don't need it, nor do I want it. I think you ought to vote for someone who's going to do good with the money, cuz it's a great opportunity to help other people, and so, whoever you vote for, vote for the person who's going to give that money away to other people. God bless y'all. Big Tom: Hey guys, I wanna thank y'all for even having me on All-star. The first time I stayed in Africa I lost 62 pounds and stayed 30-some days. Didn't win a vehicle, didn't win any money. This time, I had to learn to swim and I stayed 30-some days, which makes me the longest playing Survivor of anybody. I stayed the longest. So, give me your vote for the million dollars. I'd appreciate it. but, Pretty much deserving, too. I hope so. Anyway, I played the game straight up, and that's the deal.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 1:04 pm
I saw Jerri's tape. It was obviously taped at a different location from the others. She was very on edge and sort of weepy. She will "use the money to produce her own reality show but it will showcase people of integrity. It will be a positive experience. Reality tv has gotten too negative and hurtful." Alicia looked so beautiful. I loved Jenna L acting like she was smoking pot when she referred to Rupert's fans! LOL Poor Jenna M, I recognized that look of total loss and anguish in her eyes.
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Hippyt
Member
06-15-2001
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 1:04 pm
Rob C cracks me up!!! "here's your chance to hook a brother up." LOL,he'll give half the money to Rupert and take Tom out to dinner!!!! I'm gonna throw him a vote just for being funny.
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Ladytex
Member
09-27-2001
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 1:15 pm
I agree with you Muse. Rupert didn't play well enough to win either PI or SAS, so they've figured out a way for him to get his million dollars.
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Ketchuplover
Member
08-30-2000
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 1:17 pm
I hope Sue was joking 
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Ketchuplover
Member
08-30-2000
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 1:24 pm
yikes!! I just saw her vid. I don't think she was kidding 
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Needmylifeback
Member
08-14-2000
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 1:28 pm
As I was watching Sue's video...sitting here in "The Desert"...going to be 96 degrees today!...I was drinking my water and almost spewed it all over the keyboard!
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Roxip
Member
01-29-2004
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 1:46 pm
What's up with Jerri? Isn't she the one who got the guy kicked off (the beef jerky story)? Glass houses must be pretty tough.
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Hippyt
Member
06-15-2001
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 1:48 pm
Great way to get people to vote for you,eh KL?????
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Lancecrossfire
Moderator
07-13-2000
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 1:57 pm
Some of them are interesting. I found it strange that Jenna thought she betrayed Rupert. It was an alliance of 4, and when it got to those 4, everyone for themselves. They all agreed to that. It seemed like Rupert was ok with it too. Jerri has been affected by Survivor. She was a "villain" is the first one she was in--and in some ways she was actually that way in Australia. In this one, she changed her approach, and took the game personal. Or she took what happened to others personally. Then last night, the crowd got down on her before she got out a sentence. I would be interested in seeing an interview where the questions center around her thoughts about this show and the affects it can have. It seems like the walls she built have crashed down upon her. I say that not to mock her--just to indicate what seems to have happened.
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Hippyt
Member
06-15-2001
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 2:56 pm
I think it was more of a two against two alliance. But,I agree with you,she didn't betray Rupert. She did what she thought would get her farther in the game. I think it was a dumb move,but that's just me. I think,this by far, was the meanest Survivor ever. A good idea in theory,but not so good in reality. Pitting friends against friends,even if it is supposed to be just a game, is bad. Seeing how hurt some of these people were last night was tough to watch. I hope MB doesn't do the All Star thing again.
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Lancecrossfire
Moderator
07-13-2000
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 3:01 pm
It seems likely Rupert is being given a second chance (ok, 3rd) by MB. I think if Rupert gets it, the vote won't be for who he did on this survivor. It would be for what he brought to the pirate game. For the excitement people experienced for S7. He was the best fit for what Survivor is, and for what that particular one was about. It doesn't hurt that he went back to back without a rest. One is tough enough. I think for other people he showed a lot of personality, a lot of emotion, and a true caring for others. He does have a very high charisma to go along with the other traits.
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Pascalle
Member
09-25-2003
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 3:05 pm
I don't care who wins since Amber and Rob already won a million and plus the 250 grand 2nd prize. I was glad to hear Jeff address the charity aspect of the game on the Morning Show. He said it was the same every year, everyone starts questioning the winners about charities instead of letting them enjoy the win. I agree. I thought Rudy's little speach was pathedic.
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Lori
Member
04-18-2003
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 3:14 pm
Rudy's speech this a.m. was pathetic when you constrast it to the comments he made on his video clip. I too liked Jeff's comments about letting them enjoy the $$$.
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Brenda1966
Member
07-03-2002
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 3:24 pm
The charity aspect has always bugged me. 1 million dollars after taxes is not that much if you're trying to take care of many family members. My goal would be to help my parents have some kind of retirement, help my sister get out of debt and set up some funds for my child. Basically I'd try to keep my family from needing charity in the future! Does Tina really say in her video to give it to someone who will give it away to charity? Give me a break. By the looks of her big fancy house I can safely conclude she didn't give her million away to charity. I'm tired of people telling these winners they have to give their money away.
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Pascalle
Member
09-25-2003
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 3:28 pm
You are so right Brenda. After I got my daughters squared away and paid my bills off, I'd probably end up owing money anyway. lol.
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Caycaye
Member
09-14-2001
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 3:41 pm
HALLELUIA Pascalle & Lori!!!! So true!!!! What is so wrong with the players and US really wanting someone we love to win the money and ENJOY it....Everyone has family members and favorite community activities that they would LOVE to contribute to, if they had some extra money. Of COURSE the winners will help out others....LET THEM ENJOY THEIR OWN MONEY....THEIR OWN WAY!!! GO RUPERT!!!! I wish him all the best. If CBS is trying to reward Rupert for all of the viewers who LOVED him and for his help in bringing in the strong RATINGS....so WHAT!!! I say....Rupert was an entity unto himself...like him or not...he deserves recognition. He is an honorable man in an environment that has tempted many into being dishonorable.
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