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Jon should not have any custody just visitation. All he cares about is money and havig a good time
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I totally agree!!!
anonymous
11/9/09
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Money, having a good time, and getting his picture taken. Oh wait, that's three of the same thing :)
anonymous
11/9/09
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kate should not have custody of the kids as all she cares about is her Celebrity and her image.
anonymous
11/10/09
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TLC and Kate destroyed this family
anonymous
11/10/09
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So...Any parent that works hard, and have vacations and fun... shouldn't have their children?
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He shouldn't have any visitation?? You mean his children should go without their father because he enjoys life without his wife? Seriously? Think about what you are saying? Lose his children? Really?
anonymous
11/10/09
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I will tell you what I see him doing more with his kids they 80% of the fathers now days ...If fathers spent 10% more time with there kids we would be in a better place now days
anonymous
11/10/09
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Jon does not care about the money. I want you to tell me who really wants the money and who would be that greedy.Jon and kate are dealing with the situation perfectly of taking turns living in the house they bought for the kids. Who ever wrote that Jon cares about the money and having a good time should really think about what they said because you are Wrong.
anonymous
11/10/09
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I totally agree...he really needs to stop showing his stupid face! I'm getting sick of hearing about this idiot! Get a real life....your kids don't need to be exposed to your wrong doings...
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Yea he might love the money but so does she.. she just wants to look good and exploit the kids for money... she says that she needs the show to make money.. but jesus get a job like everyone else... we will forget about her within a year so go back to work.. she is a nurse.. she can make some money while the kids are in school..
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Jon should not even have visitation until he grows up and learns to shut his mouth & stop this media blitz. He is hurting his children beyond all measure.
anonymous
11/11/09
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If you think this is dangerous you are plain and simply an idiot. The ATV isn't moving. If it was moving then yes a helmet should have been worn. However if this is dangerous to you then you should also make sure your kids do not climb on chairs, the sofa, any steps, and OMG don't let them on a swing set. If you think this is dangerous then your just stupid. Grow up and leave the guy alone.
anonymous
11/11/09
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I just think Jon should at least have his kids where helmets.
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Jon's into the 'Fathers, just want to have fun' stage. He is hoping to make the kids like him better than Kate, who is a real mom.
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he could at least put a helmet on them
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This person has no idea about anything. He just does what feels good to him at the time.
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Jon should at least try to be a decent parent. His behavior not only endangers his children but is a huge embarrassment to them.
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Jon's on HIS toy and sharing it with the kiddos. Even on his brief time with his kids he's thinking only of himself.
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I think they need to leave him alone already. He is a great father and is doing nothing wrong
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I agree. Jon is the only loving,nurturing parent these children have. They sure don't have mother that shows them any affection or love.
anonymous
11/9/09
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HES A ROTTEN FATHER. WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN. AS FAR AS KATE GOES SHE IS A MOTHER WHO CARES ABOUT HER KIDS AND IS RUNNING HERSELF RAGGED TO SUPPORT THEM AND KEEP THEM SAFE. SHE WOULDNT LET THEM DO THIS UNPROTECTED.
anonymous
11/9/09
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F U JON AND HORELEY - GET OUT OF HERE! JON IS A TERRIBLE FATHER.
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He IS NOT, Jon is a good man to those kids a better parent then dumb Kate, GO Jon!!! :)
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Jon is a disaster waiting to happen. He will end up hurting one of the children unless acts more mature. He's such a child he doesn't even see danger.
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HE IS SELFISH AND HE DON'T CARE WHO GETS HURT JUST AS LONG AS IT IS NOT HIM
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jon is the better parent. he is home more than kate he is kinder to the kids than katehe loves them & they love him very much
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JON AND KATE HAVE 50/50 1 WK ON 1 WK OFF WITH THE KIDS JON CANNOT HAVE MORE TIME WITH THE KIDS. BUT I DID SEE A REPORT OF JON IN DENVER AT A PARRTY WHEN HE WAS SUPPOSED TO BE HOME??? HE HAS LESS PATIENCE WITH THE KIDS DID YOU EVER WATCH THE SHOW??? KATE HAD TO CALM HIM DOWN.
anonymous
11/9/09
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F U JON AND HORELEY - GET OUT OF HERE! JON IS A TERRIBLE FATHER.
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F U JON AND HORELEY - GET OUT OF HERE! JON IS A TERRIBLE FATHER.
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I agree the kids should be wearing helmets.But at least he's trying to be a father he is there with them, which is more than I can say for hollywood Kate busy doing all interviews still...see more
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Have you seriously lost your mind? It's Jon who has been on TV EVERY single day month after month on every entertainment channel possible. He doesn't even care if you think he is a douchebag cause he still gets the money paid to him by the media. This is how he is going to provide for his children? rotten, rotten father.
anonymous
11/11/09
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there boys, bad enough they will grow up being overprotected...lets not make them sissies too. Way to go Jon shows the kids what being a boy is all about, some scrapes and scratches is what being a kid is about.
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YEAH LET THEM GROW UP TO DRINK AND DRIVE BECAUSE THEY ARE NOT SISSIES LET THEM BE WITHOUT COMMON SENSE OR RULES. LET THEM PUT OTHERS AT RISK AS WELL AS THEMSELVES BECAUSE THEIR DAD IS A MORON. GOOD MOVE.
anonymous
11/9/09
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I don't think you really mean that. I was a nurse for 24 years. Heving to tell a parent that their child is permanetly brain damaged or dead from an ATV is more common than you might think. Your children need you to be the adult and make SAFE choices. At least if they grow up to be sissies, it's much better than what could possibly happen.
anonymous
11/9/09
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Careful Insider, Jon may sue you, like he's doing TLC, for asking such a question about him on your show. Hope he was well represented when he signed your contracts to do your show.
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enough of kate and jon they have had their fifteen minutes. and now i'm turning off the insider i have had enough of them. goodbye
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I have seen my share of atv injuries as a nurse.I saw one child who had his leg cut open to the bone after he bounced off the seat and the father ran over him after hitting a bump.The Child riding in front of John should have a helmet on and the child running beside the atv should have been instructed to wait his turn in a safe place. John obviously is putting both these children in serious danger as all atv dealers would surely tell him the high potential of these ATV's have to rollover and that any child you supposedly love should have a helmet on as well as keeping other children away from the ATV due to the high potential of burns, rollovers , and 9 gozillion other horrible things. Obviously John has no need for a helmet as he doesnt seem to have a working brain in the first place by putting his children in this danger.
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Jon should have sole custody of the kids, that woman is a unfit parent
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Its just for fun let them be!!!!
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My nephew, sis-in-law ( a nurse), brother-in-law (a police officer) put their children on their 4 wheeler. They are 2, 3, 6, 8 and 10. Is there an age limit?
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Jon is a irresponsible parent putting the boys on the ATV, he needs to read and comply with Pa state laws for ATV operation. Although he is on their land - Kate's and Jon a helmet is required by ALL riders
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JON HAS VERY POOR JUDGEMENT HE NEEDS A KEEPER. HE SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE ACCIDENT POTENTIAL AND OUTFIT HIS KIDS. THEY HAVE WORN HELMUTS ON THEIR TRIKES.(GEE MAYBE BECAUSE KATE MADE THEM AND NOW SHE HAS NO CONTROL) DO YOU SEE WHAT SHE WAS UP AGAINST
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my thought exactly---I figure what we see out of him now, is what she's seen the entire marriage, which would explain why she did what she did on the show. She had 9 children.
anonymous
11/11/09
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YEA, THEY WERE IN THE STREET---BIG DIFFERENCE!!!! JON DID NOTHING WRONG--- I RIDE OUR KIDS ALL THE TIME JUST LIKE JON. GIVE THE MAN A BREAK,AT LEAST HE PLAYS WITH HIS KIDS!! UNLIKE THEIR HOOLYWOOD,OH DON"T DARE GET DIRTY MOM!!!
anonymous
11/11/09
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Jon Gosselin is a terrible father and person generally. Every interview he gives, all the photos he poses for, all show how everything is all about Jon, Jon, Jon! Every statement is self serving, never for the good of anyone else other than himself. Why do people in the public media still focus on this guy?
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I have worked as an ER nurse and could share some horror stories! Jon, will it take a tragedy for GOD to get your attention?
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this guy is a doos! - he should wake up and be a better father instead of pitying himself.
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Jon has not demonstrated an ounce of regard for his kids. He is selfish and irresponsible. I began to despise him when he blurted out, "I just want to be Jon, not Jon and Kate plus 8". He should lose custody as he is clearly unfit to make decisions for himself or anyone, much more those innocent little 8.
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Where was Jon when they were looking for someone to fill the dumber role on dumb and dumber. His legacy will be filled with many distasteful thoughts, but dumb is an understatement. Did he ever go to school. My 18 month old baby has more smarts and sense than him. Oh and my dog too. Come to think of it, my pet rock is smarter than Jon.
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i don't think he is putting his kids in danger, i think he is a little camera happy, but what average person wouldn't be? To be in the lime light must be exciting. I wouldn't mind it for a day.
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YES he is putting his kids in danger. He probably put Joel on the ATV because he knew it would get out and he would be the talk of the town again. All he care about is publicity. He shouldn't have custody...see more
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John & Kate need to get off the media circus and focus on family custody and the future of their children. The two of them are a joke.
How can he allow himself to be next to his girlfriend during an interview and have her put him down and discuss their personal relationship? Did he not get enough abuse on their TV show from Kate?
Kate, cut the crying. She is so phony and only interested in your TV appearance and future on TV.
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Kate is hardly in the media and only once about the divorce while Jon has appeared daily in the media & on several outlets for months and months. How ridiculous to compare them! Kate said her piece once & had a right to do so but Jon can't shut up for even one day. Now he endangers his childrens on quads without helmuts & exposes them when he has custody to strange people like paps, media and fans. Those kids are getting exposed to the Swine Flu constantly being exposed to the media and public on Jon's custody days. He only cares about himself.
anonymous
11/10/09
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Kate's one interview was the most real and authentic I've ever seen and if everyone couldn't see how deeply hurt she is then they have lost their humanity. I'm a real body language expert, forget the media paid ones. They say what the network wants them to say. My experience shows that kate was authentic and a woman in deep pain and confusion that a person she loves has turned into something she doesn't even recognize who now cares only about himself. Kate from her body language is truly the only one that loves and protects those children.
anonymous
11/10/09
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I always thought Kate treated Jon badly. Now I thin the other way. If he really cared about his kids he would have stayed home and help raise them. Had a father just like him and when I grew up and understood what he was I never like him again. Jon will pay the price
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As a parent who quads with my kids this picture is horrifying! Helmets, chest protectors and almost just as important boots every time! More kids get shattered ankles and burnt legs because parents are careless and go just this once and this kind of thing is what makes people think all of us who enjoy the sport with our children are putting our children in harms way! Shame on you him!!!!!!!!
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Ignorance is bliss as long as it does not risk the health and safety of your children. Jon is one selfish person to put his need to be the good guy and have fun before his kids well being. You can't man up so at least try Fathering up.
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I think that neither Jon or Kate should have the kids. If it was me in a battle for who is going to have more fame and tv time. I would have child services at my door ready to take my kids away. We are all tired of those two. If the producers of all the tv shows take a stand and say no more of them. I think they will fade away like the other woman (whats her name) with all the kids. See thats how long it takes to forget you. TAKE NOTICE!!!!
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Kate has done NOTHING that would cause CPS to take the kids away from her. She keeps the kids away from the media during her custody time while Jon sells and sells them to any and all media. Jon is endangering them by this intense media attention & he has even started thrwoing them under the bus individually.
anonymous
11/10/09
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YES -You could run over one of these kids with them running beside the all terrain vehicle! that's crazy
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First kids that young shouldn't be riding on one. Second they should have a helmut. Wet grass is slippery and they could have tipped in a split second.
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This is all Jon does with them at home. Too lazy to do anything else. Careless, lazy and Jon is a kid himself. No wonder Kate got frustrated. This is totally irresponsible.
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Jon is a child himself. All Jon has done for months is sold pics and videos of the kids when he has had custody. That's the only reason he is there. He makes money off selling his kids to the media & papas. Kate keeps the children out of the media glare now.
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Jon acts like he WANTS to lose custody . Jon keeps doing stupid things with his children.
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I think hes selfish and acts like a child. Visitation is probably all he can handle
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The kids are too young to be on one legally to begin with & second they should have a helmut on. Whether it's 5 mph or 20 mph the injuries can be extremely serious. Jon has to appear on tv DAILY & mouth off. Kate has said her piece one time which she had a right to do but she never blasted Jon like he deserved while Jon apologizes to Kate and blasts her all in the same breath. Jon is useless!
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Come on!!!!! Stop trashing him. Take a look at back episodes and look how bad Kate would yell at him and belittle him! Leave him alone! He's not as money hungry as Kate is. She is constantly gone from those kids promoting her books and being pampered.
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they r kids 4 crimeny...let em live a little. Memories like that are some of the fondest to remember as an adult. People need to lighten up and quit being so anal!! BREATH PEOPLE!!!
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How come no one cried out when Kate took the boys out west and she rode them fast on an ATV without helmets?
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The boys wore helmets. Kate didn't..Whether or not that was wise, she made sure the boys were protected. She did not appear to be going fall that fast, either.
anonymous
11/10/09
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There are laws in our state that children have to wear elbow pads helmets, knee pads while on bikes when young you cannot fix the tragedies that occor when a parent is boasting because he tries to kick his ex wife, it seems he has no common sense and doesnt care really what happens to the kids, because Kate is going to take care of their every need and he has time to bs and be ignorant im not going to watch insider anymore if his ignorantce is going to be a part of it.
anonymous
11/11/09
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How stupid can you be?
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How John managed to live under the same roof---much less share a bed with that control, woes-me FREAK is beyond me. Kudos to John for FINALLY waking-up and doing what was truly BEST for both him & his children LONG-TERM.getting out of that abusive relationship....Kate, without question, being the Abuser. Kudos to you John for FINALLY having the balls to get out of that ABUSIVE relationship....Kate being the ABUSER! get the hell away from that bit-- of a VERY Domineering, Controlling, & Soon-to-be FORMER wife
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Just a note, PA law states that it is ILLEGAL to operate an ATV without a securely fastened helmet. Yes, there is an ATV helmet law, and it applies to private land as well as public. It is enforceable by both state and local police. Fines are $50 to $200 plus the cost of prosecution for the first offense and $100 to $300 plus the cost of prosecution for the second offense.
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I HOPE THE FAMILY COURT IS WATCHING MR. GOSSELIN AND WRITING EVERYTHING DOWN. i THINK HE IS MORE CONCERN OF HIS FAME AND THE MEDIA SPOTLIGHT.
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more dangerous was the kids being in a car with their mother going 70mph in a 55mph zone
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amen to that! ATVs are safe as long as they are being supervised. Driving fast with your kids in the car is reckless endangerment. Kate just seems so fake to me. Jon is the only one I see trying to actually be a parent. I think he'd pull his kids out of the spotlight if he had a chance. But of course, Kate's not going to let that happen
anonymous
11/10/09
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Hey Jon, why don't you look up how many young kids die each year after falling off ATVs. Maybe if he had money taped to his back you'd care more!
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Dirtbag Jon should have only visitaion NOT CUSTODY with his kids until he completes a year of DRUG and HEAD THERAPY!! slimeball.
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How is he putting his kids in danger, this is ridiculous just as anyone who would say yes, just vindictive people.
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Oh paleeezzzzzzzzzzzzzz all you who mock him and yet where are you when the kids in your neighborhood get abused, worry bout real problems and not these rich kids who have nannys 24/7
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Jon is only interested in Jon and younger women. He should have supervised visitation for the safety of the children.
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Kate is the one should only have visitation she cause all this to her kids by CHEATING on Jon!!!!!!!
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Oh REALLY. How do you know that she cheated? There have never been any photo shots of her leaving a bar at 2 in the morning with a man other than Jon He is the slimeball that is all over the media with every young piece of a_ _ that will let him near them. I amy not like how Kate used to behave but she has admitted she made many mistakes and is trying to change her behavior. I don't see Jon doing anything but seeing how many women he can shag and not even thinking that someday his kids will see all of this online somewhere. There are always consequences to any action. If Jon didn't want to be with Kate ,fine get a divorce then move on with your life. Don't act like a jerk for the whole world and your kids to see. If Kate was working as a nurse or cleaning floors somewhere she would be lauded as a hard working mom but because she is traveling and promoting her book she is a "bad" mom. Get over that people. What about all there actresses who do exactly the same thing.
Jon is the scum here not Kate.
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Idiots who think the mans putting his kids in danger, where are your kids as you goggle this man all day?
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Jon misses fighting with Kate. He does stunt after stunt to get Kate to fuss and she is just allowing the courts to settle all. It is driving Jon nuts. He gave the ATV to Kara to upset Kate, too. Jon is addicted to getting attention especially from Kate.
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AT least he is hands on and actully plays with his kids. Kate does nothing with them unless its arranged by the production crew and the cameras are on.
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kate is only interested on her tanning and image, the kids are a distraction to her except if it gets her attention.
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Jon has always been a loving hands on parent who is actively involved with his kids.
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Kate is the one that is the worse of the two. shes so fake! She's playing a victum here and if i spelled that wrong wrong who flipping cares! I'm a female and on Jon's side just because I think Kate is trying to milk all of this. She was mean to Jon, I don't blame him for walking out.
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How do we actualy know if anyone cheated on anyone here and why are we name calling are we 4 here? I think they both need to stay out of the media and raise those kids period.
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Jon spends MUCH MORE time "hands on" the kids than Kate ever has. Kate woudn't even give he daughter a drink of water before going on stage. Do you ever see Kate actually playing with the kids, hugging them, etc. Jon is a kid at heart, of course, but he is a very good father!
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jon grow up and go back to being a father. stop partying like you are a single 21 year old. what is this that now is wants to become a celebrity on tv (the insider) go back to your 8 kids and be a dad instead of a "movie star"
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I dont know why Kate is being dragged into this. It's about Jon and the safty of the children. Jon will never be a "movie star". Jon does not have the safty of his kids on the little bit of miind he has, well iif any. Protect your kids at any expense. Buying one of the twins an ATV just shows what a jerk you are.
anonymous
11/10/09
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Jon is the only decent parent the kids have, kate only cares about herself and her tv career.
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Both parents should have custody but under the terms they are to seek more time and interest in being great parents FIRST, AND, still being able to persue healthy hobbies, interests, or recreational activities or Nothing but being parents until their kids are 18 if they can't handle the pressure of more than that.
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If he cared for those children he would have HELMETS on them!!!!
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In my family all the kids grew up riding with our parents on atv's. I got my own dirtbike when I was 10. My little sister got her first 50cc atv when she was 5. It didn't go fast at all. However we alway wore helments unless we were using the atv's for farm work. I don't see a problem with it as long as he teaches them to be responsible on them and that they are dangerous so be careful.
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My dad rode me w/out a helmet when i was a kid..he just always watched me! Gosh its not a big deal! everybody Get Off His Ass!!
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There just Modeling for pictures. I think we should honestly forget about the whole family. There 15mins of fame is over. Does nothing, but show a negative shadow on the family. Bad enough the kids are around or hearing about all moms and dads problems.
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helmets aren't a must unless you're going to drive at fast speeds. I grew up with 4-wheelers, and I've never been hurt. As long as kids meet the age requirement posted on the ATV, then they're ok to drive it. But if he's driving it, it's safe for any of them to ride on it. City people panic and think everything is dangerous. But it's perfectly safe. It makes me sick how the media turns normal family activities into taboo topics. Just let him spend time with his kids and get off his back. It's his choice how he wants to raise them. He doesn't have to raise them other ways just because the media says so. Jon you did nothing wrong. You're a good father.
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I thought this was about a helmet not custody! Who cares what he does as long as it is in a safe way!!! Thet arent in danger!
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its called recreational fun!
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No he's not putting them in danger. He's spending good fatherly time with his kids.
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As long as he is showing proper responsibility arond this equipment there is no safety issue. If he is not, then yes he is putting the children in danger
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Please!!! I beg of you NO MORE GOSSELINsS' Not JON, NOT KATE,
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That is stupid everyone does it so is everyone wrong. or is it just because he is int he spot lite.
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I live out in the country like John. If I were to put helmets on my kids everytime they did something others deem "dangerous", like ride their bikes, ATV's, horses, golf carts, they should just have a helmet implanted on their head!!!!!
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anyone who says he is putting his kids in danger is a total douchebag...see more
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there is nothing wrong with buying his daughter a atv!!!!!
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there is nothing wrong with buying his daughter a atv!!!!!
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NO: SHOULD LIVE IN MONTANA, THEY RIDE THEM WHEN THEY ARE BIG ENOUGH TO GET ON; get a life you people
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how are they in danger the atv isn't even on and has the emergency brake on ... like seriously wtf
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Jon should have a helmets for the children at least. His other son on the ground is too close! ATV's flip very easily. This seems like this is on his own property on the grass,but even so,small children wiggling could fly off.
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Jon is a total Tool.
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He's not a responsible parent, he is an irresponsible parent who is also ignorant. He is going to really hurt one or more of his kids and then claim he didn't know any better.
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I am so sick of John Gosselin getting jobs. What are you guys paying him to appear on your show? How about giving guest hosting opportunities to your fans who could really use the money you are paying him. He's the worst kind of person. I can't believe you guys support him. He's all about himself and not about his children. I don't believe a word he says.
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All he cares about is getting his photo taken! He is a sad excuse for a father, with his past bad behavior and now this! He is a LOSER!
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I had a helmet on when I was 12 and still flipped with my dad on an ATV (we were going only about 5-mph), I had a broken arm. SHAME ON YOU JON!
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Jn has not met a camera he doesn't like! sicko!
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Jon is scum
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Please...they are just looking for a reason to separate this man from his kids. HELLO PEOPLE..those children need their father as much as they do their mother!!!
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Why are you giving John more exposure when he's dissed his wife've and kids. I you'se to enjoy your program . I really don't enjoy your coverage any more.
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You know who is voting yes? The bitter scorned women on this website.
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Anyone that grew up in the country know the risks are slim to none.
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I do the exact same thing and there is nothing wrong with that. If he were racing them then yes it is wrong, otherwise nothing wrong with tooling around the backyard.
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Dirt bag...enough already.
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Please let the man raise his children without people voting on if he wiped their noses the wrong way!
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I totally agree with just visitation.
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Stop picking on the guy!
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This is so stupid! who cares.
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give me a F#$%ing break! enough with this crap! do you know how many people do this? is it even running? who the f#$%^ cares! there are so many more important things in life then worrying about frigging celebrities! GET A LIFE!!!!!!!!!
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Stop. Just stop
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There is absolutely nothing wrong with having fun with your kids but there is something seriously wrong with putting one of them on an ATV or anything like it without a helmet!
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The atv was not moving! We are an atv family, my son has been on an atv since he was a toddler. He has been riding an atv since he was 5 years old (now he's 15). If you teach them safety and put the proper safety gear on them there is absolutely No harm!!!
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Not a very smart father for taking chaces with what should be the most valuable.
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you have got to be kidding me...what kids wants to wear a helmet everytime they go out? Snowmobile, it might be a problem with no helmet, but ATV? You have got to be kidding me
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Come on are you kidding me? Was he driving 70 mph? Was it smart to drive the child without a helmet no but I'm sure it was a slow smooth drive. I don't care for John personally but this is ridiculous! My son had a 50CC 4 wheeler at the age of 6! Thats why you watch them and they have govenors on them!
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Just another thing to show how irresponsible he is!!!!!
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c'mon, when we were kids, we didn't wear helmets and we turned out just fine.
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this picture is not going to help him in family court! BARF
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No back off Insider.. you are creating a story where there isn't one. How about a story on Pat? Where's he at? Rehab?
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25yr old mother of a three year old LEAVE JON ALONE!!!1
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Why doesn't everyone just leave Jon alone for God sakes!!! Go put your own life under a magnifing glass and see how perfect your NOT!!!!
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If it is moving then yes. If it is off and with supervision then no. He should wear a helmet also to set a good example
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Absolutely not. It's not like he's off-roading or going 70 mph. I, at 16, have been riding since I was 11, and i started off on a 400. Tell me how His kids sitting on a an atv with, no key and in park? how is that different than letting them sit in a car without helmets
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I think Jon is acting like an immature teenager,just to contradict Kate at the expense of his children! Grow up, Jon!!
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Absolutely not. Thoes who have a problem with it have no idea about the machines they are complaning about. I have an 11 year old daughter and 8 year old son who both have been riding ATV's and motorcycles by themselves since they were 3 years old. It's all about the individual.
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You are all too hard on this guy. Give him a break. He was so sheltered with Kate wrapping him up in apple pie for years. He is a good dad and loves his children. In a world full of dead beat parents we should stop being so critical of the few good ones! Go Jon!
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Too many people get killed on them every year. I had three and once my son flipped his, we sold them.
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It isnt in motion stupid fools.
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HE'S AN IDIOT! i WOULD LUV TO TELL HIM SO - TO HIS FACE!!!!
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This is absolutley ridiculous. There are children every day that ride, much less crawl on or sit on, for-wheelers. They can get injured walking out the front door.
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if u dont teach em early then u do need to worry...see more
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He is being a father, on very lagre property. That is what good fathers do. At lease wear helments
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We had a farm and had 4wheeler & dirt bikes for the kids. They ALWAYS wore a helmet. More children are injured in farm accidents, then any other.
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Are you kidding me! Cut the guy a break they were sitting still not moving. My god people get a life.
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Someone should put a stop to this media seeking dog
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heck no hes a RESPONSIBLE PARENT. period
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i would do the same thing with my four year old. i'm perfectly capable of controlling a four wheeler. i'm sure he's not going over 15 mph.. people are en retarded. he's sitting there right behind him..
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All i got to say is there is so many parents that do the same thing with their childeren too. Second why is john getting bashed all the time..... what about kate..... i seen her get verbal abusive on tv before,,,, but no one talks about that.
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C'mon people who really cares ?
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If any of you have watched the program for the past four years, you would know that Kate was a control freak!
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I am growing tired of hearing of all the "terrible" things that Jon is doing. He is a father and is spending time with his children. As he explained, he did not have the vehicle on and when he leaves it, he puts on the emergency brake and takes the key. Why would the children need a helmet to sit on it with their father? Does that mean they need a helmet to sit in a chair? As for the "no helmet when on a bike" issue. Yes, it's true that it's recommended to wear a helmet on a bike nowadays but I never wore one and neither did my friends, my brother, my cousins, and any of the other children when I grew up and we're all still alive. Please, let the man be a father to his children. We already have far too many men neglecting to do so these days.
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I'm curious on how many people from the city know what an ATV is or even ridden on why so how can you criticize John. Get real city folks!
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People need to chill out. It's not like he is racing opn this thing . . .
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helmets are for fags
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He just said the ATV's weren't moving!!!!
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give me a break... - if this is putting your kids in danager - most of rural USA is guilty.
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What's wrong with having money and having fun. It does not appear that he is neglecting his children. You people need to mind your own business and get on with your life.
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This is ridiculous! Do any of you know how many people have been doing the same thing for years without incident. If it were a tractor you would think it is cute. Seriously people, stop being so outraged over every little thing!
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Give me a break, Jon's a douche bag, but it has nothing to do with this! He did what millions of dads do all of the time. Stick to why he's a good dad, or even better, stop reporting on him at all, that will be punishment enough!!!!
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People need to chill out . . . not like he is racing on this thing!
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Kids in residental neighborhoods ride bikes and skate boards on a day to day basis without helmets. It is lft up to the parents descretion to make their children wear a helmet. I ask this qustion, If he was not who he is, would this be an issue?
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my 5 year old drives a 110cc fourwheeler with no problem of course she is very responsible for her age but how do we know that his kids r not very responsible for there age so owell go john but my childern do wear helmets when they ride they are 4 and 5
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I think Jon is a great Father and would not put his children in any danger. And to the ones who think Jon just want to play and have money what about Kate, she is no better then.
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No, He isnt putting his kids in danger. My kid has beein riding an atv since he was 4.
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Did every1 miss a recent episode where kate actually drove with one of the boys and zipping around like crazy and letting him steer...
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absoutely this guy thinks he is above the law and rules the world and all the rules....get a life john!!!!
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absoutely this guy thinks he is above the law and rules the world and all the rules....get a life john!!!!
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I've never heard of Jon Gosselin but city folk are too fearful. People in the country let their kids drive and ride on ATVs all of the time. You don't need a helmet when you are puttin' around on rural property. Certainly if you are hot rodding around, then common sense prevails. Unfortunately, the CPCS can't depend on common sense and most legislate to the lowest common denominator...
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He puts them in danger just by being in their lives. He is a terrible parent with no common sense or responsibility. His 9 year olds are more mature. Just leave parenting to Kate!
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This is Nuts ...Come on.... is it any diffrent if he had them on a riding lawn mower...The 4x4's are very stable and if you take it slow whats wrong with that.
My Grand mother Rides in a electric wheelchair Should I tell her that she now needs a helment?
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Right on about your comment about your comment regarding your grandmother in an electric wheelchair. How about making kids on skateboards use helmets? Kids on foot driven scooters? I have a picture of my father with my daughter at the age 2-3 on his lap and my niece in a little cart attached behind his riding lawnmoweer giving them a ride around the yard....my daughter just turned 38 and my niece is 41, and they are both very much alive and completely healthy!
Jon may have made some decisions regarding his personal life that many may disagree with but he does not strike me as the type of parent who would intentionally put his children in physical jeopardy!
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I know...Leave them alone!!!
I guess when Brad and Angie split...thats when you will start making an issue out of her not making her kids wear a helmut on the bicycle!
90% of the population does not wear a helmut on a quad to play around in the yard!
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Many people put their children on ATV's. You just don't see or hear about it because they are not stalked by camera's. Stop with all the contraversey and let this family be.
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OMG i am in my late fifties and i made it thru life without helmets, seatbelts, car seats etc. he has a farm and i was raised on a farm. bigger than twenty four acres. PLEASE. we need to go back basics. i played in dirt, ate dirt and havent been sick. to much control. tired of your show too dont like new format. go back to the way it was.
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i dont think he is putting the kids in danger. i am a photgrpaher and i take photos all the time. even small children on atv's and motorcycles and riding lawnmowers. grow up america. worry about the hanley guy who takes his kids into danger storm chasers
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Please stop this media driven insanity! Everything Jon and Kate do is held up to scrutiny! I am sure alot parents do and have done exactly what Jon was portrayed doing. Giving his child a ride on a farm recreational or utility vehicle.
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I think people are taking this too far. We live in PA and both are kids started riding ATV's at age 5, children need to learn how to ride/drive, it teaches them hand eye coordination and responsibility. Maybe more people should take the time to spend with their children OUTSIDE and teach them some life skills. In a lot of rural areas children are driving tractors by age 10 and your putting down John because he bought his kids some atv's. Leave John ALONE
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If the keys were not in the bike was not in, then there was no danger at all. All little kids at one point and time has gotten the chance to climb onto some adults bike
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THE INSIDER IS TRASH FOR CALLING JON GOSSELIN A GUEST! JON IS A FRICKIN UGLY UGLY INSANE PATHETIC LIAR! SHAME ON LARA CHRIS AND STARR.
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Is he dumb?
You are always suppose to wear a helmet when on one of those things!!!
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get over it...if you show them an atv while its off and parked, you don't need a helmet!! Plus he is in a gated yard, not like someone is going to come flying by and knock them off the bike.
You are such a closed minded person. He even said that he takes them for a ride, slow and careful. Count yourself as a blonde and panic struck over nothing. Thank God you are not their parent, the kids wouldn't be able to experience much around you. If you are at least in your 40's, think back to growing up, did you always have a helmet or did you ever venture out of the house? Relax!!!
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Dee says he's just being a dad letting them on that atv with him. Cut him some slack.
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There are father's and probably even mother's who have had their kids on a ATV. This would not be a topic if the camera's were not stalking this family. Let them be and talk about something else.
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OMG. GMAB. Can't you find anything or any one that some one really gives a @#$% about
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John, My nephew fights for his life because of a TBI injury...his helmet fell off during a dirt bike accident. Please read this article and re-think if this is safe for your beautiful kids to play on ATV w/ no helmet....even with a helmet...they are not safe. Good Luck
July 31, 2007
Kids' ATV Death Rate Up, Study Says
Recent 24 Percent Rise Renews Calls For Restrictions, Ban On Use By Anyone Under 16
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(CBS) The death rate of kids using all-terrain vehicles in the United States increased significantly during a recent five-year span, according to one report, adding fuel to efforts by a parents' group to restrict and ultimately ban the use of the machines by anyone under 16.
The industry insists voluntary safety standards already in place are working.
Concerned Families for ATV Safety says the report, being released Tuesday by West Virginia University's Injury Control Research Center, shows a 24 percent jump, to an average of 171 a year, in deaths of kids using ATVs from 2000-2004, about the same time during which the industry has been policing itself with its guidelines.
The group says the new findings "for the first time, directly refute that claim. This data clearly shows that the dangers of ATVs are increasing" at an alarming rate.
Carol Ellert Keezer, a co-founder of the group, lost her 12-year-old son, Alex, in an ATV accident.
She told The Early Show consumer correspondent Susan Koeppen she'd never heard of anyone being killed using an ATV, and thought Alex's death was a freak occurrence.
But soon, Keezer found other mothers who had lost children in such mishaps, and they formed Concerned Families for ATV Safety.
For starters, the group is pushing for a federal ban on the sale of adult-size ATVs for use by anyone under 16. In the long run, the group wants a complete ban on ATV use by kids in that age range.
"Warning labels, manuals, and safety courses are not preventing our children from dying," says Keezer, referring to a voluntary safety campaign the industry has in place.
But the industry says the proper use of ATVs is key, and ATV dealers face disciplinary actions from manufacturers if dealers are found selling adult-sized ATVs for use by kids.
The industry says it favors state — not federal — legislation regarding ATV safety.
Among other things, industry spokespeople say mandatory training on ATV use for kids under 16 would help, as would the mandatory use of helmets and protective gear, and mandatory supervision by adults.
The industry asserts it's the way people ride four-wheelers, not a lack of regulation, that leads to accidents, injuries and deaths, and says parents need to make smart decisions about whether or not their kids are physically and mentally ready to handle an ATV.
Keezer says she doesn't think the ATV industry is doing enough to inform parents about the dangers.
And on The Early Show Tuesday, Carolyn Anderson, another co-founder of Concerned families for ATV Safety, told co-anchor Harry Smith the problem centers around "children driving large, powerful machines that are inappropriate for children under the age of 16. They're too dangerous.
"The American Academy of Pediatrics and many other child safety advocates say (ATVs are) too dangerous for children. This study bears that fact out. They're killing and injuring just so many children, they're not safe.
"Children under the age of 16 don't have the judgment skills or common sense required to operate a motor vehicle like that safely. They just don't have the ability to do that."
As for industry claims that mandatory training on ATV use and mandatory adult supervision could minimize risks, Anderson asks rhetorically, "Would you say that your child can operate your Corvette as long as he's had two hours of training? I don't think so."
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He owns a farm with all that property for a reason.He and the children should be able to enjoy it.If the children where going for a bike ride outside the property then I say yes they should have helmets on but in the yard NO WAY
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OMG. GMAB. Can't you find anything or any one that some one really gives a @#$% about
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We all need to stop speculating on the photos and take his word for it. Jon is not perfect, but who is. I believe he loves his children and wouldn't put them in danger. His situation is a tough one.
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Absolutely not. It's not like he's off-roading or going 70 mph. I, at 16, have been riding since I was 11, and i started off on a 400. Tell me how His kids sitting on a an atv with, no key and in park? how is that different than letting them sit in a car without helmets? Have you New Yorkers ever even Seen an Atv in real life?
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Having watched the Show from the beginning I was able to see that he loves his kids and he would not put them in harms way.
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where do I start... obviously safety is first, helmets are required. But what I dont understand is all these people so quick to judge this guy. Media has a way of portraying him as irresponsible, but that would lead me to believe that 80%of the So. Cali people that take their kids out to the desert camping and riding quads, dirt bikes etc... are bad parents. The numberous people that live in the back woods of many states that allow their children to ride ATV's are bad parents. Where does this craziness end, when will people learn to just mind their own business sometimes. I get it, if a child is in danger then... yes by all means get involved. But goodness, this nosiness into the type of fun being had by families is flat out ridiculous.
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OMG. GMAB. Can't you find anything or any one that some one really gives a @#$% about. I am so sick of this and STAR JONES.
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Jon should have helmets for kids. However, kids on ATV's with him is no more dangerous than putting them in a car. I think Jon is a good dad, I always felt sorry for him on the show, he was treated and bossed around like the kids. The poor guy is finally having the chance to enjoy life. I pray that they will both be able to put their differences aside and focus on the kids.
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I am sure he was riding at a safe speed and being extremely careful. They are his kids for heavens sake. He wouldn't put them in danger.
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no if he si going fast thin yes but if he is going slow thin no
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I HOPE TLC WINS THE LAW SUIT AGAINST THIS MORON! HE SAID HE DIDNT WANT TO ON CAMERA OR HAVE THE "PAPS" FOLLOWING HIM. NOR HE DIDNT WANT THE KIDS ON T.V., BUT HE SURE HAS THEM CONSTANTLY ON T.V. AND IN PICTURE'S. WHENEVER JON IS THE INSIDER I WONT WATCH. I HOPE OTHERS STOP WATCHING WHILE HE IS ON.
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wow! I cannot believe this is what we have resorted to as a society! really, these two men that are getting so much air time right now would not be where they are today if it was not for Kate plus 8 and Sarah Palin.. ride the wave boys, ride the wave... as for me, thought I would have a relaxing, non thinking 30 minutes of tv time and well, will be turning the channel for sure... come on people there has got to be other things you can talk about!!! do we care about a 19 year old, clearly arrogant kid ... no. do we care that Jon and Kate are getting a divorce, sad but no we don't care!
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He's not letting them rip around the yard unsupervised at high speeds, so I don't understand the problem with them not wearing helmets. Although I don't condone the absence of helmets for certain activities, I really don't see that it's such a big issue that Jon doesn't have the kids wear helmets.
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Even though I love the show. I still think you shoundnt be putting your child on a bike and not that kind. Its just so dangerous!
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Am I the only one that saw how everyday Jon was pushed around verbally and mentally. Its like this, she wanted to be the man of the house , and now she got it... Dont get mad that men can switch the family,single man mode, its just the way life goes.... Let Kate date and do such things, she would be the talk of the town.. Jon keep doing your thang baby.
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Give the man a break, stop trying to make him look like the bad guy. He is a good dad. Who took that picture anyway? You can't say that he didn't just let the kids sit on the atv or if he was rolling slowly with them on the machine. And he does have lots of acreage to roll around on it, he isn't foolish enough to drive fast on the atv with the kids on it. Have you been in a poverty area, do you see any kids wearing a helmet riding there bikes in the streets? No one says anything about them not having a helmet, so why make such a big deal out of Jon riding the kids on his atv without a helmet. Plus if you knew the older girls enough, one of them is very sports oriented. She knows what to do and a 50cc doesn't go very fast anyway. It's good that he is showing them, instead of not being there while they investigate the atv. Get over it already!!
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What exactly is Jon Gosselin's television worthy talent except having sperm that will create six children at one time. Why does the rest of the world have to be exposed to his adolescent antics while there are real issues in the world to deal with. Even better, while there is real celebrity news to enjoy! Get off TV, focus on your children, fix yourself before bothering the rest of the world. Not that Kate is any better but really, get a grip and get off ALL TV shows!
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kids are just kids we can always make more, they are not in charge and have no say in anything if he wants to let them ride an ATV with no helmet then good less bad genetic traits past on through society!
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It's not moving! Get over it!
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Of course he is putting his kids in danger! Any fit parent would know that!
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I don't see why Jon is taking the heat here. Kate is CRAZY! And there is nothing wrong with taking your kids on a ride, it's fun and good bonding with their dad, who is being depicted as a bad guy. I mean honestly, I drove my dad's car when I was 8. Leave him alone.
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It's not even moving!
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I am a 47 yr old mother and never wore a helmet while riding my bike, since 3 years old, I never suffered a head injury, I dont know any one who has. My 3 kids only wore helmets once in a while..they too...all alive and well. Maybe we should have our kids wear helmets to cross the street, while using stairs, in the tub.
Oh...I also survived childhood without ever wearing a seat belt.
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I am not found of John's choices, but I feel he has the safety of those kids in mind when he is with them.
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Both Jon & Kate are good parents....the situation is sad but they love their kids...no question about that. No parent would survive being scrutinized under a microscope with every decision they ever make.
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I THINK THAT JON AND KATE IS LETTING PEOPLE IN THEIR BUSINESS AND THIS REASON WHY THEY STILL HAVE PROBLEMS. TWO WHY DO PEOPLE CARE SO MUCH ABOUT WHAT THEY DO..IF THEY DIDN'T PUT THEIR LIFE ON BUSINESS WHO WILL JON AND KATE PLUS EIGHT BE TO US PEOPLE AS A SOCIETY.
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jon, ur a jerk! look at the statistics on injuries related to ATVs and head injuries related to not wearing helmets. U don't love your kids if you won't even take the time to protect them!
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Jon is doing nothing wrong. As long as he is with the children while they are around the ATV and he holds onto them tightly when he takes them out on it, there's absolutely nothing wrong with it!
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if people would worry more about keeping their own kids safe then what's going on with the gosselins kids this world would be a better place. i've ridden atvs, go carts and dirt bikes since i could walk. never with a helmet and i turned out fine. get over it.
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Enough already gee's
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No, Jon is not putting his kids in danger. The bike was not moving - he was not driving around with the kids on the bike. He was sitting there and the bike was not in motion. Be real people!!!
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leave him alone, you are way to quick to judge without knowing any of the facts surrounding the situation.
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If he is driving slowly, he's ok. Of course, Kids should never ride alone.
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There is 1000 of parents who put their child on their ATV the only reason this matters is because it's Jon and there is always cameras on him. Jon you are a great dad!
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The kids are more likely to get hurt on their swing set than on a stationary (not running) ATV.
As far as running the ATV with the kids on his lap.....who hasn't??
I doubt he's zooming around at 40 miles an hour....more like the speed of a fast walk!
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Give me a break. When did we become such a nation of wimps? Have a little fun once in awhile, and leave everyone else alone. Afraid of a little 4 wheeler? Stay home on the couch.
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You know, people buy atv's for small kids like that all the time. My neice was 5 when she got hers, but a helmet is absolutely necessary! Now on jon's atv, if he's just driving real slow, not on a trail or in the woods, then i see no problem with that!
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I think the whole thing is being blown out of proportion.
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In this situation do I say that he is putting them in danger. Noone can ever know what could happen.
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i think this is the most rediculous poll. My father used to drive me around with out a helmit on his atv when i was a little girl. I find nothing wrong with it. as long as he is ther supervising and not letting the children driver it around alone, there fine!
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This is ridiculous, who at one point hasn't allowed their child to do something that the instructions state differently. It is time to relax on the entire matter, and as far as the ATV for the 9 year old, for those who have a comment; their just jealous at the fact they didn't have one at 9.
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jon shouldnt have any custody rights at all. those kids could get hurt with him
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I am a 47 yr old mother and never wore a helmet while riding my bike, since 3 years old, I never suffered a head injury, I dont know any one who has. My 3 kids only wore helmets once in a while..they too...all alive and well. Maybe we should have our kids wear helmets to cross the street, while using stairs, in the tub.
Oh...I also survived childhood without ever wearing a seat belt.
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He is just trying to get attention and publicity anymore. He needs to grow up and should not have custody of the children
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i grew up on a farm. you teach your kids to be responsible. when they are driving it by themselves a helmet is good but kids ride horses at home with no helmets all the time... same thing
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no jon is no putting his kids in danger 4 wheelers dont go that fast unless u are pushing the gass down so people who says yes must have roade a 4 wheeler befor so back off
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The more he does the worse he looks. They are both self centered losers. In a few years we will all be reading about how screwed up those poor kids are.
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I am ashamed. How many of you people that are judging Jon wore a helmet when you learned to ride a bike or learned to mow the lawn. Get over yourselves! Jon keep doing what your doing, Those are YOUR kids!!!
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we is a very bad father i fell bad for kate
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I grew up okay, playgrounds with wooden swings on metal chains, no grass, but a blacktop covering in the playground. We didn't use helmets for bikes and skates.
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No, from the picture it looks like it sitting still, and people do it all the time in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
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hes the father he knows whats best for kids... he would never hurt them.. You all need to get a life and leave parents alone they know if there kids are in jeopardy or not... there are a lot of other important things going on in the world then this... also what about all these parents who are not watching there kids and the kids doing drugs having sex and turning out like britney spears and k- fed... really go watch jeopardy and learn something!!!
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of coarse people from new york wont understand. When you live in the country all the country folk ride the kids on ATVs .the kids even race them at age 6.
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of coarse people from new york wont understand. When you live in the country all the country folk ride the kids on ATVs .the kids even race them at age 6.
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Give me a break and let the guy have some fun with his kids...Even my 5 year old has a miniature atv... i see nothing wrong with what he is doing...
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I dont like Jon but if his ATV was parked and he took out the key he did not put his kids in danger. I dont think Jon would ever put his children in danger
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This topic is so silly. This kind of thing takes place all the time. Leave Jon alone I really do not think he is putting his kids in any danger. Theres more to talk about than this.
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both are unfit parents...see more
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If that is placing the kids in danger, then Sears should close it'sdoors for selling Lawn Tractors!!!!
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everyone condeming John probably rode a bike without a helmet, rode in the back of a pickup, drank water out of a hose. give it a rest already
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This is getting way to involved in Jon's life. How dare anyone say that he is putting them in danger. That statement should be reserved for something like riding in the car with no belt, or maybe letting them ride it alone. This is crazy! I was ridding alone in the mountians at 12 on a 250 (with a helmet). However ridding with your son on your farm in the grass is acceptable, fun, and very memoriable.
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Didn't jon just sit down with rabbi smuley and say he was going to be a better man? well going on tv every 5 min makes all the promises void. what a scumbag! Britney spears waiting to happen
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absolutely not, its what u do in the country. city people are clueless to real life! its almost comical when my city friends come to visit, they dont deal with the outdoors very well. my kids have been on atv's forever!
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OMG! everyone is making a huge deal about nothing just because he is jon goslin. if it were any other non famous person no one would care. i was put on 4-wheelers when i was little, and im ok. it would be different if he let the little kids ride by themself on the bigger four-wheeler but they are just sitting, and even if they were riding as pasangers..it happens everyday.
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It's not like they're driving around on hilly terrain...they're just putting around the yard! Give him a break!
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Get a Life... It's a wonder any of us over 40 got to be this old... Wow, no Seat belts, bicycle helmets, or all the safety equipment and somehow we all made it... Next the kids will need scuba gear in the kiddie pool...
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Jon, you are a good dad as Kate is a good mom.....things happen and people go their separate ways.....I hate to see it happen and I do feel sorry for the kids.....hopefully it will be over soon and things will begin to calm down and level out. As for the ATV's great gift, be sure they learn the proper way to ride, rules and if the little kids want to sit on your OFF ATV well go for it....be kids....
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We have become a society of scared whimps obsessed with safety and rules at the expense of freedom, now all go wash your hands three times just for safety.
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Good grief! Give the guy a break. He isn't stupid. He wouldn't endanger his kids. Enough of the dish. They are 2 regular people going through a divorce. Jon isn't perfect...he's human. And would never endanger his kids. I swear! If they caught him sneezing they'd acuse him of attempted suicide!
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I think everybody needs to give Jon a break. I think he is a great dad and doing the best he can!
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Children ride ATV's all thime time. People should leave him alone about how he wants to raise his kids. It looks like they are having a good time. Let it be.
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no I dont like Jon at all but I have kids and there is nothing wrong with him letitng the kid Sit on 4 wheeler or get them one at the age of 9 i feel that he would do anything to hurt the kids bit I still dont like him
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You people are SO out of touch with reality...your opinions are NOT the majority or this poll would indicate more than 53% him doing the wrong thing. People place their kids on their bikes, their horses, their ATV's ALL the TIME! With NO helmets. And no one is clamoring to take their kids away because of it. Get a grip...or a LIFE people!
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We have pictures of the kids sitting on the non-moving ATV. If you're sitting in a car and it's not moving, nor is it going to be moving in the near future, do you need to put your seat belt on?
And honestly, do you really think Jon is the only man in America to ride his kids around on his ATV without putting helmets on them? It's not like he's tearing throw the woods at high speeds with the kids hanging on behind him. We don't even know if they rode with him. Seriously, leave the guy alone for once. Now you're just LOOKING for reasons to rag on him. -
they are both to blame.you can't just blame kate.he couldhave said no to the show.john just mad he got caught cheating.
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i think that if we dont have nothing better to do than find something wrong with riding a 4-weeler than something is wrong .just come to wayne county north carolina.
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Jon needs more hair-plugs. That is what The Insider will do next!
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I wish the media would leave Jon, Kate and the 8 kids alone. I feel sorry for Jon...He is just trying to get on with his life and all the media can do is speculate about him and Kate and their lives. You don't know anything unless you hear it from Jon himself. Leave him alone and let him raise is 8 kids the best way he knows how. As far as putting the children in no way....those pictures of the children on the ATV's is with Jon's supervision and on their farm. If it was out on a highway that's a different story, but this was on a private road on the families farm. If you won't leave Jon and Kate alone for themselves do it for the 8 kids that they love. They don't need to see Mommy & Daddy plastered all over the tv.
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You ALL make alot out of nothing.
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Jon Grose-lin!
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I am a 47 yr old mother and never wore a helmet while riding my bike, since 3 years old, I never suffered a head injury, I dont know any one who has. My 3 kids only wore helmets once in a while..they too...all alive and well. Maybe we should have our kids wear helmets to cross the street, while using stairs, in the tub.
Oh...I also survived childhood without ever wearing a seat belt.
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No! He was not. I dont think he would ever put his kids in danger. Millions of people give their children rides on all kids of thing around their yard. Jon was just giving the kids a ride. They were on the ATV acting like they were driving because they are kids and thats what they do. You all are just picking apart anything Jon does! I think you are a good parent Jon! Stay strong and you are in my prayers! Everyone makes mistakes at least you are man enough to admit them.
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If people were honest they know they would do the same thing, they just want to hate. Just think back when your child has run up and wanted to do something that you know that they shouldn't do - but you still let them. This was probably the same thing, but because there always being photographed you want to say it was wrong. Haters!!
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I think its funny, for all u people who think kate is a great mom..... get a clue. she is just as selfish as jon, she could not live anymore if she was not in the spotlight. she is as fake as her implants, and if it wasnt for extreme body makeover she would be a fat ugly slob.... honestly u people are nuts its people like us that let these people feel important to the world .... so friggin pathetic....
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Everyone should just lesve Jon alone!
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If he was driving more than 5mph on the ATV without a helmet, he is putting the children in danger. But I think the best thing we can do is stop giving him a platform to badmouth Kate. It is obvious that Kate is the better parent, and that is why she always yelled at him. He did not watch the children as carefully as she does.
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Jon, you stated that TV is your carrer now. Fine, but that career should not include paid TV appearences that involve airing your dirtly laundry. A good parent would not speak ill of the other parent, even if the other parent is out of line. Remember your children will have accesss to this in the not too distant future!
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Jon u need to grow up. You have 8 beautiful children and both u and kate need to get along. You need to stop downing the mother of your children
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He had better learn some safety for his 8 children. I didn't think he was totally stupid.
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I know a couple who lost there only son @ age 13 because he was riding an ATV wearing the wrong (his father's) helmet. it happened on their own land ,on a trail he was very familiar with. all Jon has to do i a gopher hole that wasn't there yesterday or a rock he doesn't see and the boy will be thrown from his arms with no helmit to protect him. I guess if you have 8 kids lossing one doesn't matter as much to you. My grandma used to say people like that must have kids offally easy. Does Kate the one who birthed them ride like that I bet not
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Riding a child on a four wheeler is only dangerous when the person driving makes it dangerous. I am sure that just because there is issues in him marriage, he is not doing stupid things on the four wheeler.
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no he is not not putting the kids in danger and he is a good dad and nobody nos the truth what goes on behinds clothes doors
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Jonathan Keith "Jon" Gosselin (born April 1, 1977) Is a LOSER! Date a female your own age! Hailey is only 11 years older than your twins!!! SICKO!
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none of you know this guy, get your on life and worry about your own problems
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C'mon... Kids will climb on anything. Let's not get crazy here. Give the guy a break. Just because he's not the "mouthpiece" that his lovely spouse is/has been (in more ways than one). He's still their dad and dads will do what dads should do... help his kids discover.
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Your site is messed up when I tried to vote the no was already checked and it would not let me change it.
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Are you guys idiots or what? I do believe the ATV has to be moving first, just how yellow can your 'reporting' get?
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what are you the "douche bag show" , with not just Jon but that trailer trash who wants everybody to see his Johnson. Not watching this show any more ! It's low and getting lower, makes me sick!
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Jon is an IDIOT, saying its ok they have like 45 acres or what ever of land who cares. That has nothing to do with the kids getting hurt from the activities he lets the kids do without helmets. And this show and ET must be having a hard time getting people to be on your show. When you have to stoop to people like Jon, Hailey, and Michael Lohan. And they actually get paid. Wake up INSIDER and ET. Your show has really gone to the gutter.
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I think everyone is taking this Jon and Katie battle to far. No one is perfect and we all make mistakes its just Jon and Katie's are public. I feel sad for the kids because they are in the middle of everything.
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NO, he is not putting his kids in danger and if you think he was you obviously have no idea what you are talking about and just go with your feelings about him personally, have no idea about ATVs, or just go with what you think the people on TV are leaning you towards. It's no different than his kids playing on a jungle gym. Do your kids wear helmets on the swing set? As long as it was not moving then they were FINE GET A CLUE PEOPLE! If it was moving around then he should have them in helmets.
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everyday he does something stupid to endanger his kids. He should only be allowed supervised custody until he goes into rehab.
Also ET and the insider should lose their liscences for putting talent on their show who has a contractual obligation to another company. LOSERS -
This man put up with alot of disrespect from his wife, because he has chosen to take control of his life does not mean he does not love his children. I believe his wife is pretty disrespecful and mean, give this man a chance, when he was on TV he was a great dad, Because he went out on before legal seperation he became a bad man, how about BRAD PITT.
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For cryin out loud.like he'd let something happen to those children. Come on people,,,,,,,,,,get a life!
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If you don't live in the counrty then you really wouldn't understand.
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Why would some one do this
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I think that ppl need to let up. What about all the southern folks that not only dont make thier kids wear helments but also dont put them in car seats....Hello, just because he is famous, doesnt mean we should view him differently. He is still human and he is a father too.
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This man put up with alot of disrespect from his wife, because he has chosen to take control of his life does not mean he does not love his children. I believe his wife is pretty disrespecful and mean, give this man a chance, when he was on TV he was a great dad, Because he went out on before legal seperation he became a bad man, how about BRAD PITT.
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no i dont think jons putting his kids in danger the vehical is not moving and all he is doing is sitting on the 4-wheeler with his kids! the only way he would be putting them in danger is if he was riding the 4-wheeler with his kids on it.
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Who cares how much younger the age difference is.... demi moore is how old... and how old is ashton kutcher.... wow get a clue love has no age! if she wants those old saggy balls let her have them
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as long as parent is supervising kids,I dont see a problem
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John is endangering his children. I wish you did not have him on your show.
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people do this stuff all the time, just because he's famous doesn't mean everything needs to be blown out of proportion.
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No way!!! as long as he keeps his speed down to a safe level... what's next should his kid wear helmets in the shower, they could slip and fall should they wear helmets to go outside and ran, they could trip and fall. In this mindset, we should all wear helmets all the time.
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As long as the ATV was turned off and it would not go anywhere I think it was fine to have the kids on it...My son had his own ATV at about 4 or 5 and he was great at it ...Leave the man alone...I am on your side JON>.
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i think jon doesn't care about anything or anyone but himself i think he's a very selfish man and a child should always wear a helment on anything with wheels he's says kates a bitch WELL I WOULD BE TO IF YOU LEFT ME WITH 8 KIDS FOR A 22 YEAR OLD
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OMG! Did Jon not say the ATV was not moving! He said the key was not in the ignition and/or emergency brake on. It's so funny how people get so self righteous like they've never done anything wrong. The only difference is that we don't have cameras following us around. Give him a break already!! Lillian B
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No Jon takes very good care of his kids. If he felt that he was being safe well then wouldn't it be his decion they are his kids right. Besides my husband rides are kids with him on his dirtbike the are all fine dads know when to be careful......
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I think they both are these little children have been exploited enough
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Jon is a good person and a good parent . That woman is horrible. No body said any thing when she had the boys on horses with out helmets
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No he is not putting them in any harm... I am sure he is not going that fast and i am if you look at the picture he is holding on to him. I have put my 18 month old on just to sit. How is that any higher than a bed or a couch that they sit on. You really need to find something else to do than trying to find out whether someone is a bad parent..
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no, i just bought my grandson a 4 wheeler 6 months ago. he was 2 1/2 years old. he had been riding with me for over a year and even driving me sometimes on mine.we just had his 3rd birthday party and he took his grandma for a ride on his own 4 wheeler. there still are some responsible adults out there. when he was 2 years 5 months old he shot his first spring gobbler with his own shotgun i bought him. some people teach there kids to swim when there only months old. my austin still can't swim but he can ride a 4 wheeler and shot a shotgun safely thank you chris kerle 375 santoni lane shippenville, pa. 16254
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theres nothing wrong with what he did with kids on the atv. there are a lot more parent out there who do the same thing including me
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Gee while he is being so lax about protecting his children does he also not seatbelt them in his car, gee this week no helmets next week a beer and cigarettes. He needs to grow up and be a father not an inmature play mate for his children. Has he ever heard the saying children live what they learn.
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The Insider should rename itself *The Jon and Levi Show*. These 2 idiots are so selfserving and seem to have this show wrapped around their little fingers. I'll watch *Access Hollywood* any day of the week. We can only hope this show will be cancelled soon.
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he needs to grow up and take responsibility for his actions. he's a total ass. tonight he had something else nasty about kate. what's wrong with him? she is the mother of his children. doesn't he think the kids will find out what he is saying? they can read. sticking his girlfriend in the face of the press is a real mature thing to do. what a jerk!!!!!!!!!!
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I think The Insider is putting its RATINGS in danger because I can't watch any drivel that would put Jon on for $$$. I know it's not hard hitting news, but this is nauseating, patronizing and staged. Jon's 15 minutes are up. Get this guy off the show or be prepared to turn the stomachs of American and lose many viewers like me. I'm switching channels until he's gone.
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Here is somthing everyone should at least think about ....If this pole was on field and stream's web site.......... ..I ask you what do you think the pole would suggest? The Demographic here is Miss leading.
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I used to watch the show. I actually liked Jon, until I started seeing his irresponsible and awful behavior in the media. It's clear to me now that he's a hypocrite and a liar and all he cares about is fame and money.
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Jon just shows his juvenile irresponsibility every time we see him. Can't he think and do anything for someone besides himself? He's nothing but a sissy!!
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I have to say how dissappointed I am at The Insider that actually had Jon Gosselin on stage with Lara Spencer, how sickening this guy is, I will no longer watch The Insider...you lost at least one viewer!
Jon needs to get out of that spotlight that he suppossedly hates so much...seems lately his actions are contridicting that statement!
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Kate had the boys on ATV's in an episode
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OMG, give the guy a break......
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Jon seems like a decent guy--he has made some mistakes - I think he is really getting raked over the coals-give him a break
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NO, and the media needs to leave this family alone!
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Jon needs to not be anywhere near those kids because he isn't a fit parent for doing that. Everyone knows that it's unsafe for children to be on those things.
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hell no, i was driving a 4999 lb tractor by myself when i was 6 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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If you grew up in the country or have land and own a quad you'd understand that he's not really endangering them, Now Brittney Spears driving down the freeway with a baby in her lap? That's dangerous!
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Jon doesn't deserve to be near his kids because he isn't acting like a responsible parent. It's stupid for him to have those kids on that thing. Every good parent knows that your not suppose to have children that young on them. He's not thinking.
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hell no!...i was driving a 4000lb tractor by myself when i was 6 !!!!!
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Kate cares only about fame and money. I feel bad for Jon for having a such a skank for a ex wife and i feel bad for the kids for having such a horrible bitch for a mother.
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If i knew my childerns father was doin that i would not let him take them again thats just crazy they could fall off of the avt and badly hurt them self
