[Ska'dForLife-WBA]

I've had dealings with Jewish people in my life, and count a good many among my mates. They make do with a fraction of the money Whelan's hoarded for himself in his life, and they're quite content with it.

So, with that knowledge and personal experience, am I allowed to say that Whelan's alleged remarks are utter rubbish straight out of 19th century anti-Semitic propaganda tracts? Am I allowed to ask for him to explain himself? Am I allowed to ask for an FA investigation of the matter if he doesn't?

Again, I point to Anelka and the quenelle. Although I was unsure about that to begin with, I accept in hindsight that I was incorrect. The FA were right to investigate that, and the club eventually right to dismiss him. For me, there's nowhere near the nuance in Whelan's alleged remarks that I originally felt there was in the quenelle; but, as I've said, I'd welcome the bloke at least clarifying his meaning, if he feels he's been misquoted or stitched up. (Anelka was also given that chance, and he blew it).

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I'll also add that if Dave Whelan HAS been misquoted or stitched up, then I hope he sues the journo in question for libel, and if he successfully does so, I'll apologise for ever doubting his character (though not for calling for an explanation; I feel that's absolutely necessary in this case).