• Front page
• Receive letters on your RSS reader

Dee Chappell-Haley American Legion Auxiliary President of Fort Morgan writes:

As a member of the audience, I would like to speak out regarding the abrupt cancellation of a concert by the management for Lee Greenwood on Sept 15. I have contacted Mr. Greenwood and offered my comments and support to him for the generosity he has continually shown to our active servicewomen and men and their families. I have encouraged him to continue his support and feel confident that he will. I am deeply saddened by the turn of events on that night and would like to share a few comments I conveyed to Mr. Greenwood. There are two sides to every story and business is business. The cancellation of this event, should in no way brand any of the parties involved as unpatriotic or unsympathetic to our military, firefighters, police officers or any other volunteer organization or association. Obviously something happened to derail the contract negotiations between Mr.Young and Mr.
Greenwood. Sadly enough, I think this should have been taken care of long before the evenings events began, and that is really the issue that faced the audience that night. Failure to complete contract negotiations by these parties, in my opinion, does absolutely nothing to discredit either party. Both are long time supporters of the above listed and both have devoted years and tremendous energy to support these organizations. It was an unexpected disappointment to those seated in the audience that night and while many grew angry I believe most of us were in shock and quite confused by the turn of events. The audience was not privy to the facts and issues regarding the contract negotiations. Therefore it’s my opinion that we should avoid passing judgment against anyone involved. We will each live with our disappointment and encourage those involved to take appropriate steps so that this doesn’t ever happen again. Simply stated...mistakes were made and the concert was cancelled. Let’s move forward in unity for our beautiful state and country and continue to support all those who contribute in a positive and generous way to the freedom and quality of life that we enjoy as Americans in this great country. Please don’t dismiss years of dedication by either of these men because one event was cancelled. Together...there is nothing we cannot do; Divided... we accomplish nothing.
Thank you.

This letter has not been edited.

READER COMMENTS

God Bless the 20K

Um,,,, Who's Lee Greenwood?

You know, he's that one-hit wonder still cruising on the strength of a song that was big during the Reagan administration (first half).

The dispute was over a $2,000 check from the Knights of Columbus.Mr. Greenwood had been already paid $18,000 of his $20,000 fee. He cancelled a concert over a $2,000 check from a reputable organization.

Mr. Greenwood is a moron.

He let down our servicemen and woman,our firefighters,policemen and woman and patriotic Americans over a $2,000 check.

If you counted up the people there to see him ,I don't even think there were enough at $20 per head to add up to $20,000.

Mr.Greenwood should be ashamed of himself.

The deal was cash. $20,000 upfront cash or certified check.

A $2,000 check from the local podunk chapter of the Knights of Columbus? Yea, I don't think I would trust that either.

Good for Greenwood, I hate his music but he did what every professional musician should do. Cash, right up front or we don't play.

Period.

oh god goddess, gag me!!! This letter is so full of tripe and hype. I think it was written by someone working for the Hallmark channel. yep, i'm a bit grumpy today. Nothing but right wing b.s. in most of the forums. yech. need to shower after reading some of the dribble.

Sheila, hi. How can Greenwood give a whole concert built around one song?

We need some new letters and some fresh blood in the posts.

POST A COMMENT

• Health care
• Slow security procedures at DIA
• CSU editorial
• Blue Ribbon Commission for Healthcare Reform
• “Ask First Centennial” ordinance
• Why are lost hikers not charged when found?
• Columbia University’s hypocrisy
• Moveon.org’s ad