[View the story "Rob Ford's remarks on live TV shock Twitter users" on Storify ]Rob Ford's remarks on live TV shock Twitter users Toronto Mayor Rob Ford responded today to allegations contained in police documents that were released Wednesday, and uttered some shocking comments on live TV. Here's a sampling of the reaction to Ford's lewd remarks. Storified by CTVNews.ca · Thu, Nov 14 2013 09:35:07
First, if you need to catch up on what was said:
#RobFord said what? Click for video of the Toronto mayor's scrum with reporters: http://t.co/0LZqFoGOG4 WARNING: Contains graphic languageCTV Toronto
Yesterday the Santa Claus parade asked Ford to not march in this weekend's event. Today, it was Toronto's CFL team, disturbed that Ford was wearing their team jersey when he uttered the comments:
(3/5) The situation with respect to the Mayor and his leadership is unseemly at best. These latest remarks, while wearing our team's jersey,Toronto Argonauts
(4/5) are particularly disappointing given our organization's work in the community to help youth deal with issues of bullying prevention.Toronto Argonauts
(5/5) We hope for the benefit of the wonderful citizens of Toronto and this great city that this situation is resolved expeditiously.Toronto Argonauts
Some of Ford's colleagues on city council voiced their disapproval of the mayor's behaviour:
Many of us turning our backs today on the Mayor when he speaks after his vulgar and vile comments this morning. #restoredignityPaula Fletcher
Due to his own making, Rob Ford is now mayor of Toronto in title only. His behavior has been cruel, dishonest & deeply offensive to so many.Josh Matlow
Many Twitter users were simply stunned by his words:
Did I seriously just hear Rob Ford say that?Chris M
The Rob Ford plot thickens...he really said that??Cindy Brown
If Rob Ford was a fictional character, he'd be panned as too unrealistic.David Wunderlich
Some reporters and Tweeters couldn't even bring themselves to fully quote the mayor:
Mayor Ford speaking to the media today. Says he's upset his friend has been labeled a prostitute. Says he has plenty of p*ssy to eat at homeKatie Simpson
"I have plenty to eat at home" - Rob FordHeather
And many were disapproving of his remarks:
In any other place, with any other politician, just one of Rob Ford's "mistakes" would mean he'd resign in disgrace. #TOpoliPhil Rickaby
Rob Ford just do us all a favor and resign.Sincerely,A pissed off girl who is annoyed with hearing about you in the newsArab.elle
Some noted Ford's apparent reckless attitude during the impromptu press conference:
Rob Ford, you've officially broken badJessica Holmes
The Rob Ford saga just keeps getting better. #MostYOLOMayorEverCorey Pollnow
And some questioned the origin of his words, wondering if it was some sort of bad joke:
Is Rob Ford performing a Chris Farley tribute? That is a real question.MoSista Melissa
"I have plenty to eat at home" Rob Ford is turning every news outlet into the 50 Shades of TdotNur Osman
Can we make rob ford an honorary American. He just feels like one of us.Crusa
This Rob Ford fiasco is really just the biggest Just For Laughs skit ever. It's has to be. Right? #TOpoli #RobFordBrian A.
This whole Rob Ford thing seems like a weird Mad TV skit from the late 90's.Ryan Higgins
Dear Rob FordAttached is your new lifetime membership card. Sincerely,Anthony WeinerChairmenGreatest North American UNnatural Disastersgrace haynes
Others debated the effect this latest incident would have on Toronto and Canadian politics:
#TOpoli - Rob Ford, Comedy Gold, City Tragedy.roy bruno mitchell
Let's give Rob Ford some credit. This is the most attention Canada has gotten from the US since the 2010 gold medal hockey game.David Rosenberg
"I don't carrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrre" -me every time rob ford is mentionedLinda Julia Paolucci
And some people still wanted to talk policy:
So, how about that BIXI program, eh? Really hope it makes it #TOpoliJosh Grant
