It is with mixed emotions that I tender my resignation effective at the close of business February 6, 2011. The experiences that I've had as a fan these past eighteen years will stay with me forever, however, I feel that over the last few seasons, the team and I have been going in different directions. No fan-team relationship is perfect, but that doesn't excuse the complete lack of reciprocity in our current situation.
I was born and raised in Washington, DC and lived exactly two blocks away from the Redskins' old stadium, RFK. Do you have any idea how dangerous it is to be a Cowboys fan in Washington, DC--not just regular Washington, DC, Southeast DC!!! Despite the numerous bottles, rocks and bullets being thrown in my direction, I wore the gray and blue jersey with pride. (I am Emmit Smith.) In the 90's, my sacrifices were rewarded with Superbowl wins or at the very least, one hell of a playoff run. These last few years though...You aren't even trying!
Do you know what it's like to argue sports with a Redskins fan? One minute into the conversation and you'll have no doubt why DC has the worst public school system and former title as murder capital. I used to joke that in the battle of the minds, Redskins fans came unarmed. So far they've won four times the number of games that we have. There's nothing I can say to that.
I can't do this anymore. 1 and 7 is just inexcusable. This organization is no longer conducive to my success or self esteem, so I'm afraid we must part ways. Don't worry, I have no plans to violate the non-compete agreement;I wouldn't become a Redskin fan if they paid me.
-Respectfully Yours,
The One and Only
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