Seems Mr. Moore got a response...
Response to Michael Moore's, "Open Letter to Bill Timmins, President Aladdin Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas"
As you most likely know, Michael Moore posted the following letter: After his letter, you will find the response... PLEASE READ MR. TIMMINS' RESPONSE. IT IS EXCELLENT. KUDOS TO MR. TIMMINS!
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Bill Timmins, President
Aladdin Casino and Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
July 20, 2004
Dear Mr. Timmins:
I understand from the news reports I've read that, after Linda Ronstadt, one
of America's greatest singers, dedicated a song to me from your stage on
Saturday night, you instructed your security guards to remove her from the Aladdin,
which they did.
What country do you live in? Last time I checked, Las Vegas is still in the
United States. And in the United States, we have something called "The First
Amendment." This constitutional right gives everyone here the right to say
whatever they want to say. All Americans hold this right as sacred. Many of our
young people put on a uniform and risk their lives to defend it. My film is all
about asking the questions that should have been asked before those brave
soldiers were sent into harms way.
For you to throw Linda Ronstadt off the premises because she dared to say a
few words in support of me and my film, is simply stupid and Un-American.
Frankly, I have never heard of such a thing happening. I read that you wouldn't
even let her go back up to her room at your hotel! Are you crazy? For crying out
loud, it was a song DEDICATION! To "Desperado!" Every American loves that
song! Sure, some people didn't like the dedication, and that's their right. But
neither they nor you have the right to remove her from your building when all
she did was exercise her AMERICAN right to speak her mind.
Of all the things that go on in Las Vegas, this is what creates the need for
serious action? What about the other half of the crowd at the Aladdin who,
according to the Las Vegas Sun, cheered her when she made her remarks? Did you
throw them out, too?
I think you owe Ms. Ronstadt an apology. And I have an idea how you can make
it up to her -- and to the millions of Americans you have offended. Invite her
back and I'll join her in singing "America the Beautiful" on your stage. Then
I will show "Fahrenheit 9/11" free of charge to all your guests and anyone
else in Las Vegas who wants to see it.
Mr. Timmins, as the song "Desperado" says -- "Come to your senses!" How can
you refuse this offer? I await your reply.
Yours,
Michael Moore Director, "Fahrenheit 9/11"
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Response
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July 21, 2004
Attention: Michael Moore,
In response to your letter dated July 20, 2004: You are correct that I had
security remove Linda Ronstadt from Aladdin Casino and Hotel where the fun never
ends and everybody wins. How very interesting to learn you are such a fan of
Ms. Ronstadt.
You questioned where I live and surprisingly knew Las Vegas is in the United
States. You should visit it sometime. There are thousands of wonderful 'All
You Can Eat' buffets.
There are also a lot of casinos who's owners don't **** around. I am aware of
the First Amendment and you have the right to talk about your hatred of
America but once you are on my property and you are upsetting my guests, you will
quickly learn about my rights.
I can't remember if it was Jesus or George W. Bush that said, "Freedom is a
two-way street." Ms. Ronstadt learned this long before I had her thrown out of
my casino. You question my actions? If you come onto my property and upset my
guests, you will receive the same, if not worse, treatment than Ms. Ronstadt
received. I am sure your mere presence would upset my guests.
You claim your film, "...is all about asking the questions that should have
been asked before those brave soldiers were sent into harm's way." I think your
film does nothing but aid the enemy and hurt our troops. You have betrayed our
troops, our leader and America. I have no respect for you or your vision of
what America should be.
I paid Ms. Ronstadt to entertain my guests, not divide them. The half that
did not leave probably thought the verse you mentioned, "Why don't you come to
your senses" was addressed to you. Maybe she should have dedicated her song,
'You're No Good' to you. I would have asked her back, had she done that.
Regarding your request for me to apologize to her, have you and her on my
stage singing anything about this Country and then playing your piece of ****
film is ludicrous!
One of my workers is currently throwing away every complaint letter from
brainless followers of you, claiming they will never visit my Casino. I could not
be more pleased to know my casino and hotel will always be void of the kind of
people who support you. Meanwhile, my hotel has been quickly booked solid for
the rest of the year with true Americans who love this Country and support
our efforts overseas.
They will see a framed copy of your letter and my response in the lobby to
ensure they begin their experience with a laugh.
Sincerely,
Bill Timmins, President
Aladdin Casino and Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
Response to Michael Moore's, "Open Letter to Bill Timmins, President Aladdin Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas"
As you most likely know, Michael Moore posted the following letter: After his letter, you will find the response... PLEASE READ MR. TIMMINS' RESPONSE. IT IS EXCELLENT. KUDOS TO MR. TIMMINS!
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Bill Timmins, President
Aladdin Casino and Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
July 20, 2004
Dear Mr. Timmins:
I understand from the news reports I've read that, after Linda Ronstadt, one
of America's greatest singers, dedicated a song to me from your stage on
Saturday night, you instructed your security guards to remove her from the Aladdin,
which they did.
What country do you live in? Last time I checked, Las Vegas is still in the
United States. And in the United States, we have something called "The First
Amendment." This constitutional right gives everyone here the right to say
whatever they want to say. All Americans hold this right as sacred. Many of our
young people put on a uniform and risk their lives to defend it. My film is all
about asking the questions that should have been asked before those brave
soldiers were sent into harms way.
For you to throw Linda Ronstadt off the premises because she dared to say a
few words in support of me and my film, is simply stupid and Un-American.
Frankly, I have never heard of such a thing happening. I read that you wouldn't
even let her go back up to her room at your hotel! Are you crazy? For crying out
loud, it was a song DEDICATION! To "Desperado!" Every American loves that
song! Sure, some people didn't like the dedication, and that's their right. But
neither they nor you have the right to remove her from your building when all
she did was exercise her AMERICAN right to speak her mind.
Of all the things that go on in Las Vegas, this is what creates the need for
serious action? What about the other half of the crowd at the Aladdin who,
according to the Las Vegas Sun, cheered her when she made her remarks? Did you
throw them out, too?
I think you owe Ms. Ronstadt an apology. And I have an idea how you can make
it up to her -- and to the millions of Americans you have offended. Invite her
back and I'll join her in singing "America the Beautiful" on your stage. Then
I will show "Fahrenheit 9/11" free of charge to all your guests and anyone
else in Las Vegas who wants to see it.
Mr. Timmins, as the song "Desperado" says -- "Come to your senses!" How can
you refuse this offer? I await your reply.
Yours,
Michael Moore Director, "Fahrenheit 9/11"
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Response
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July 21, 2004
Attention: Michael Moore,
In response to your letter dated July 20, 2004: You are correct that I had
security remove Linda Ronstadt from Aladdin Casino and Hotel where the fun never
ends and everybody wins. How very interesting to learn you are such a fan of
Ms. Ronstadt.
You questioned where I live and surprisingly knew Las Vegas is in the United
States. You should visit it sometime. There are thousands of wonderful 'All
You Can Eat' buffets.
There are also a lot of casinos who's owners don't **** around. I am aware of
the First Amendment and you have the right to talk about your hatred of
America but once you are on my property and you are upsetting my guests, you will
quickly learn about my rights.
I can't remember if it was Jesus or George W. Bush that said, "Freedom is a
two-way street." Ms. Ronstadt learned this long before I had her thrown out of
my casino. You question my actions? If you come onto my property and upset my
guests, you will receive the same, if not worse, treatment than Ms. Ronstadt
received. I am sure your mere presence would upset my guests.
You claim your film, "...is all about asking the questions that should have
been asked before those brave soldiers were sent into harm's way." I think your
film does nothing but aid the enemy and hurt our troops. You have betrayed our
troops, our leader and America. I have no respect for you or your vision of
what America should be.
I paid Ms. Ronstadt to entertain my guests, not divide them. The half that
did not leave probably thought the verse you mentioned, "Why don't you come to
your senses" was addressed to you. Maybe she should have dedicated her song,
'You're No Good' to you. I would have asked her back, had she done that.
Regarding your request for me to apologize to her, have you and her on my
stage singing anything about this Country and then playing your piece of ****
film is ludicrous!
One of my workers is currently throwing away every complaint letter from
brainless followers of you, claiming they will never visit my Casino. I could not
be more pleased to know my casino and hotel will always be void of the kind of
people who support you. Meanwhile, my hotel has been quickly booked solid for
the rest of the year with true Americans who love this Country and support
our efforts overseas.
They will see a framed copy of your letter and my response in the lobby to
ensure they begin their experience with a laugh.
Sincerely,
Bill Timmins, President
Aladdin Casino and Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
