John Rocker Quotes

The media loves nothing more than when there is a racial scandal or something. Racism, bigotry, these are just such hot button issues, and the media loves it.

My comments concerning persons afflicted with AIDS as well as various minority groups have left people wondering if I am a racist.

I'll admit I said something I shouldn't have said.

I have a group of close personal friends that are all my world. My family is my world. And as long as those people are happy with me, then I'm happy with myself.

The last thing I want to do... is offend people and ostracize myself.

I'm merely a baseball player, guys. In the great scheme of things, my thoughts, opinions and attitudes are of little importance.

Even though it might appear otherwise from what I've said, I am not a racist. I should not have said what I did because it is not what I believe in my heart.

Like me or don't like me, I'm not going to adjust my behavior, just to gain a few more positive fans.

I am extremely sorry for the stress and confusion I have brought on the Braves organization.

I have hurt people. It was unintentional, but nevertheless, there was damage done.