Radisson Suspends Minnesota Vikings Sponsorship In Wake Of Peterson Abuse Allegations

[Webster]

Huffington Post: Radisson Suspends Minnesota Vikings Sponsorship After Adrian Peterson Abuse Charges

MINNETONKA, Minn. (AP) — The Radisson hotel chain said Monday it's suspending its sponsorship of the Minnesota Vikings after star running back Adrian Peterson was charged with child abuse in Texas.

In a statement, Minnetonka-based Radisson, part of the family owned hospitality and travel company Carlson, said it "takes this matter very seriously particularly in light of our long-standing commitment to the protection of children."

"We are closely following the situation and effective immediately, Radisson is suspending its limited sponsorship of the Minnesota Vikings while we evaluate the facts and circumstances," the company's statement read.

Radisson's sponsorship includes a press banner that is behind those speaking at Vikings news conferences. On Monday, the banner was behind Vikings general manager Rick Spielman as he discussed the team's decision to reinstate Peterson after benching him for Sunday's game against the New England Patriots.

Peterson is accused of using a wooden switch to spank his 4-year-old son. The running back says he was using a form of discipline his father used on him as a boy.

"Based on our long-standing relationship, the Minnesota Vikings respectfully honored Radisson's request," a team spokesman said in an email Monday night.

Thoughts?

 

[DrLeftover]

That is the only thing the NFL will listen to.

 

[Webster]

That is the only thing the NFL will listen to.

Exactly, Doc. They won't change unless it hits them in the ye' olde pocketbook.

 

[DrLeftover]

I've never understood why billionaire owners and millionaire players needed sponsors anyway.

But that's just me.

 

[Sinon]

I've never understood why billionaire owners and millionaire players needed sponsors anyway.

But that's just me.

What's the thing rich people want the most? To be richer.

 

[Webster]

I've never understood why billionaire owners and millionaire players needed sponsors anyway.

But that's just me.

You and me both, Doc...then again, I've always wondered why billionaire owners want taxpayer funds whenever they want to build new stadiums.

 

[+paradox]

I've never understood why billionaire owners and millionaire players needed sponsors anyway.

But that's just me.

You and me both, Doc...then again, I've always wondered why billionaire owners want taxpayer funds whenever they want to build new stadiums.

because the poor ole' billionaires need help and free money to do their own personal/business projects? (;

 

[Webster]

I've never understood why billionaire owners and millionaire players needed sponsors anyway.

But that's just me.

You and me both, Doc...then again, I've always wondered why billionaire owners want taxpayer funds whenever they want to build new stadiums.

because the poor ole' billionaires need help and free money to do their own personal/business projects? (;

That's unfortunately oh-so-true, my friend...

 

[+paradox]

yep...

seems legit... :S