Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Ian Smith, St. Paul, MN — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 03:02:06 GMT

If you watch Clemens' 60 Minutes interview it seemed obvious he was lying too. His eyes were blinking at a million miles per minute and his anger seemed contrived.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Chester Miller, Milton, WI — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 03:09:31 GMT

Clemens was an athletically gifted pitcher throughout his career. And yet his dominance on the mound was never enough for him. He pitched to hit, threw at batters' heads and, of course, there was the Piazza incident. In short, he was as dirty a baseball player as baseball players can be. No surprise he went for a chemical edge as well. And no surprise he would deny his wrong doings. Clemens is, was and will forever be a jerk, a liar, a cheat and a dishonest person. His lying to congress should be rewarded with jail time.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Sara, Van Nuys, CA — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 03:33:03 GMT

The lip licking was very obvious from the get-go and the more I watched the creepier it got. Obviously lying because his body was hunched away from the Congressman, his eyes were constantly flicking down to the table, and the tongue... Creepy!

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Norm N — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 03:37:46 GMT

Is it just possible that the trainer gave Roger steroids without his knowledge or approval thinking it would enhance his status as a super sucessful trainer. If so they could both be right to thier own beliefs. Except fot the deal with Andy Pettit ??????

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Don Joeh, Seattle, Wash — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 03:39:00 GMT

im tired of all the "he said/he said" business, though i understand your need to make all you can on this story. what are the DNA results from the syringes?

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Dave Sharpe, Grain Valley, MO — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:03:21 GMT

I believe Clemens is an overgrown kid who got caught with his hands in the cookie jar.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

RR, New Haven — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:49:01 GMT

I find this hearing to be very revealing not only on Clemens but also on how the two aisles in Washington govern. There definitely was a red state blue state divide. The Republicans must have gotten some free autographed pictures, baseballs, etc., the way they defended Clemens, i.e by attacking McNamee. On the flipside while the Democrats now have someone who has perjured themselved infront of Congress (i.e. Clemens is lying through his teeth - if 2 body language experts "see" these gestures with Clemens peformance and likewise grade McNamee as clean, c'mon, especially if you add Pettittes testimony, Clemens wife used and not the least consider what gain at this point does McNamee have from lying to congress..he's not going to the Hall of Fame or has made millions from endorsements, etc. He'll be lucky if he could get a job selling cars after this.)

Are they going to act on it?..No because they are fearful of bad press and how this will look or rather how this will affect them in the re-election rather than take a stance. Or it is a waste of congresses time. It is unfortunate that Clemens got himself into this mess, but he didn't have to lie. What precedent does this set, if he is not punished?

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Mike, Atlanta, GA — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 05:25:34 GMT

I think he's telling the truth. With Barry Bonds, you could see him go from David Banner to the Incredible Hulk over the space of about a year; Clemens, as shown in the peculiar montage of his various uniforms over the years, has been consistent in his appearance.

I've met congressmen, and I get nervous when I'm NOT under oath, and haven't been accused of something heinous. In a situation like this, I'd be less likely to believe the person who looked calm and rehearsed.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Herb Acree — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 06:13:38 GMT

Bunch of crap. If you are a man and you screw up, you own up to it. Take your lumps and move on with your life. If you want to play this kind of game then the rocket needs to have it's flame extinguished. Do not, repeat, do not try to bring your juiced butt in to my living room again.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

BC Plast — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 06:31:47 GMT

IT ALL MAKES SENCE NOW. THIS IS WHY DA BELOVED CUBS HAVENT WON THE WORLD SERIES YET!!!

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

A E Salazar, Sacramento, ca — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 06:46:40 GMT

I believe Clemens took HGH, McNamee, also claims that Pettite and Knaublack took HGH, they admitted they took the drugs, and gave sworn affidavit that Clemens did take HGH; if Clemens did not take HGH why should he be nervous, he should not be concern, if he's nervous it's because he's worried that the truth will come out. Clemens is doing the same thing Marion jones did, and for the same reason, reputation.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Sandy Sears, Harrison, AR — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 06:57:29 GMT

I watched the entire hearing on MSNBC and got the feeling that Mr. Clemens was nervous but honest. I believe that anyone who was sitting beside a liar, trying to prove a negative, and trying to control the anger that Mr. Clemens must have felt, would have exhibited the same body language. Ask any law enforcement officer who has talked with a liar and I'm sure they will tell you that McNamee looked like a million other liars they have interviewed.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

MalibuBimmer, Malibu, CA — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 07:09:07 GMT

Schaudenfreud is an powerful intoxicant.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

RON RAMIREZ, SAN DIEGO, CA — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 07:09:46 GMT

HE'S GUILTY, GUILTY, GUILTY

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

RON RAMIREZ, SAN DIEGO, CA — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 07:10:06 GMT

HE'S GUILTY, GUILTY, GUILTY

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Scott Mosher Peru, IN — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 07:53:37 GMT

Roger Clemons has to be telling the truth. Why? would he put hisself in a position to go to jail. When the Committee gave him an out! The out was they would write a report and he did not have to go in front of the Committee. But, Clemons insisted to be heard in front of the world. A man given an out, would have taken it if he was lying. Mcnamee, did not have that choice. Would he have taken it?

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Bob, New York, NY — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 08:43:17 GMT

It's amazing that someone can assert that he is lying because of his body language. Of course he is nervous - he is being accused of perjury because someone who made a deal with the government has accused him. Excuse me, but if you make a deal your testimony immediately should become inadmissible - you are effectively getting paid to testify.

PS We have a right to control our own bodies - what we eat, drink, what drugs we take. The idea that some drugs are good and some are bad is cultural, and the number of people killed each year by prescription and over the counter drugs far outnumbers any deaths by illegal drugs - why is it alright for people to take huge risks with legal drug side effects? Because they have a right to decide what risks are worth taking. I can go home, watch ads for energy drinks, drugs to put me to sleep, lose weight, relax me, and on and on. But some baseball players "cheated"? I don't think so.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Harry Moyer, Des Moines, Iowa — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 08:43:33 GMT

Lying... it has become so common place anymore, it's practically acceptable conduct in our society today. Particularly if that person is a celebrity or athletic star. We have a President that lies right to our faces and they say, "It's just politics"; athletes that make unbelievable amounts of cash by cheating with performance enhancing drugs; business CEO's do everything that they can to gain another 1-5% rise in profits, even if it's detrimental to their country and fellow man; Rap "gangsters" rap about raping and "hoeing" women, killing cops and innocents; etc. I just don't understand when our morals got so screwed up. I'm not a holier than thou bible thumper, but I was taught by my parents the differece between "right and wrong". I have strayed a few times in life and felt shame.
Maybe that's the two keys. Parents have absconced their duty to teach their children those values... and thus those children now have no shame.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Bob S, Grand Chute, Wi — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 09:11:03 GMT

Clemens is just hoping that this just all goes away. (Kinda like spygate with the Patriots). He has chosen the wrong direction just like Pete Rose did with betting on baseball. He should of opened up with the truth. The reason this is so important is of all the kids that idolize him. (If THE Roger does it, it's ok for me)

If Pete Rose had been honest, he would be in the Hall Of Fame now. Ditto for Roger in the future, he is on the slippery slope to ignominy.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

EC Hudson, Phoenix, AZ — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 09:37:20 GMT

The point of the Mitchell Report was to investigate and document the use of illegal performance enhancing drugs in professional baseball. I doubt anyone was suprised that Mitchell's team produced compelling evidence supporting the claims of rampant use. So what was the point? Was it for the health of future MLB hopefuls? Was it to protect the "integrity" of the game (does that term even apply in show business)? Was it to emphasize the unfairness of hallowed records falling to known cheats?

I don't know the answer. Those of us who followed the game are probably still going to follow the game. We'll still wear our team shirts and overpay for hotdogs and beer.

I tried to keep an open mind about Roger Clemens, but he seemed so nervous and evasive during the hearing that his testimony is difficult to believe. I find myself hoping that he really is lying, because I can't imagine what it would be like for someone who worked at his craft as long and hard as Clemens has to live with being falsely accused.

I hope the truth comes out and that it has a positive impact on the sport.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

terry mordia atlanta ga — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 10:27:24 GMT

You idiot. Clemens has everything to lose and the liar has nothing to lose. Who wouldnt be nervous in front of congress?

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Pat Mooresville IN — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 10:30:39 GMT

i get nervous under questioning, and can even forget my own name under the same circumstances. Roger said he wasn't born with a silver spoon in his mouth. There is the voice inside of you that says you didn't deserve the fame you got and you are NOT good enough and this is what you get.

I get nervous coming through security at the airport. Why? Who knows?

Roger stood up for his friend during the hearing and I thought he was telling the truth. I thought McNamee was a disgrace. I've known other police officers that push drugs. They are despicable. God Damn the pusher man!

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Clifford Pugh,Edgewood Maryland — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:13:17 GMT

Rojer Clemens should have all things stripped away
from him just like Marion Jones. There needs to be no partiality shown.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Emile, NY — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 12:45:02 GMT

Its difficult to pick the liar and there obviously is one. What I cannot find is a Macnamee motive to lie. Macnamee sticks to his story, does not waver. Clemens on the other hand tended to bend his story depending on the question. The luncheon that Macnamee says Clemens attended and Clemens denies attending. Clemens and his lawyers decided to use this event to go after Macnamees credibility. But then Clemens who initially denied ever being there suddenly changed his story to "well I might have dropped by dropping off my wife or brother-in-law after playing golf" he couldnt really remember. This change when the Clemens nanny, who was at the luncheon, may have stated that she saw him there. The more I think about it I think Clemens is in some trouble.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Bob K, Houston — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 13:54:58 GMT

You have to believe a whole lot to think Roger is telling the truth.

It's a sad commentary on our Congress, however, that they would rather spend their time constructing a nationally televised perjury trap for Roger, betting correctly that his oversized ego would not allow him to admit the truth, just so that they can pander to the paparazzi media that is following this story until the national attention turns back to Britney Spears.

Clemens is human, he is caught in a lie about HGH and steroids, but Congress should not be complicit in turning that into a criminal activity.

Now some young Justice Department hotshot is going to launch his political career by prosecuting Roger for perjury.

Meanwhile, we aren't solving the immigration problem, our energy problem, the looming Social Security problem, or our national security problems.

Shame on Congress. Waxman and his colleagues on that committee (both sides of the aisle, except those who obviously protested the misuse of congressional attention on this matter) should all be rounded up and sent to the front lines in Baghdad and handed a gun and whatever body armor they can scrounge up.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Justin, Austin, TX — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:24:15 GMT

I'm just saying...do you think its a possibility that this whole thing is a conspiracy against Clemens because the African American community is crying racism about the "injustice" being done to Barry Bonds? Then you have the Michael Vick debacle, in which they suggest if Brett Favre was caught dog fighting, he would only get a slap on the wrist.

I'm just saying...during an election year, you don't think the Democrats are trying to sway the African American vote by putting a white superstar through the same ropes as Bonds and Vick???

Innocent until proven guilty my friends...it's what makes our country so great!

Oh, and to save tax payer dollars, just make them all drop their pants...its a quick way to tell if they are on the juice!

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

bill fundy — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:25:40 GMT

guilty as charged

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Dave Coats, Grand Haven Mich — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:37:21 GMT

Mr. Clemens asked for the hearing. Would he take a chance of lying to the nation on national tv if he was lying? Body language "experts" are like mind readers, they can say whatever suits the occasion and some believe it! I only know that Mc was lying, he admitted it. So sorry that the questions from the panel were along party lines. Am I so niave to believe that it wouldn't be?

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Mike, Atlanta — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:37:46 GMT

McNamee is a low-life drug pusher.
Clemens is a liar.
Waxman is worse than both,using this sad story to promote an otherwise undistinguished political agenda--a real parasite.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Steve — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:54:58 GMT

what kind of person keeps syringes?? then tell me
what kind of person keeps GOLF RECEIPTS???? OMG....
how many of us have golf receipts to prove we werent somewhere so many years ago...funny how he found that...
and then "he may of stopped in" rather than "I was never there" and for the good rep shays....if Macnamee is a drug dealer...
why didnt you accuse Pettite's dad of the same thing on national television....since he also supplied "drugs" that were not legal....hope a lot of these guys are up for re election this year.....

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Christina Cincinnati, OH — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:07:34 GMT

Who really cares? You can take all the drugs in the world and they won't help one iota if you aren't already a talented player. It's also clear that it is a norm for ALL athletes to do this stuff. Let THEM decide if they want to ruin their bodies and let them do it openly instead of hiding it. We let people kill themselves with cigarettes and they don't even make more money to do it... what's the difference?

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Eric O'Bryan Denton, TX — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:08:35 GMT

Ooooooh Roger, lol! You really screwed the pooch on this one! But make no mistake all you good people out there watching this baseball folly..... the ground work is being layed to guiltlessly go after Barry Bonds. Baseball....the most boring sport on the planet, needs it's owners, marketing guru's, and everyone else who's job it is to package this "America's Pastime" to be on performance enhancing drugs themselves.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Kathy, Cooopersburg Pa — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:30:34 GMT

My verdict? DEFINITELY GUILTY! While neither of the 2 accusers come off as being angels, Mcnamee comes across as more believable of the two. McNamee has nothing else to lose, his future as a trainer is gone- now he's trying to save his reputation, his name. The fact that both Pettite and Knoublagh both admitted they used practically seals the deal. clemens is just another self entitled, huge ego athlete. He says he's not worried about the Hall of Fame- the fact that he went before Congress tells us something different.
I hope its a long time before his ballet is even considered.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Jim, Edina — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 16:09:29 GMT

I don't watch professional sports (big business entertainment), so I could care less about Clemens. What burns me is that our Congress is spending time on this trivial issue when they should be at work doing their jobs and solving our country's problems. What a waste of their time and my tax dollars!

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

M. Payes. Tucson, Arizona — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 16:59:26 GMT

One is a bum. The other appears to be a liar. So what. It is a similar profile as Congress and the White House. Congress should be spending our money on far more relevant concerns of state.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Johnny McRoiders — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:49:49 GMT

He is a lying sack of pompousness. He believes he is above the law, a god in his own right. His persona and godliness will swing from a tree just like Barry Bonds. He is over, a hack, has-been, and worse than all that. A LIAR. NO one likes a LIAR. Admit it coward. McNamee has nothing to lose, why would he lie? It is the rocket who did the HGH. Look at his huge balding head for pete's sake.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Derric, Minneapolis, MN — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:58:25 GMT

Perhaps I have missed something. Why does Congress care about Baseball? We are actually using taxpayer money to find out if someone who participated in less than 20% of the games played by his team was injected with steroids by someone other than a licensed physician. I am sorry, why do I care? There is no purity of sport, not now, not ever. The Olympics has seen its share of scandals, the NCAA regularly sanctions its members for rules violations that are laughable (the coach giving an athlete a ride home from practice). Isn't it possible that our rule dominated society is too eager to excoriate those who fail to abide by a regulation. The real joy is not whether the person broke a rule or the law, but whether they will admit it under oath. I am not saying I believe or don't believe Mr. Clemens, I just don't think Congress should care. Don't we have some roads that need fixing, or bridges to replace? How about an investigation of why Soccer is so boring to watch...

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Dee Dee, Vancouver, BC — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:39:23 GMT

Too much ado about nothing and Congress has more important matters about the economy to worry about than steroids' use. I love the game of baseball - the long homeruns, the no-hit games, the strike-outs, the lopsided scores - the superstar players. The League will police itself after this congressional dog-and-pony show, and I will still admire those unforgettable baseball moments I recorded from McGuire, SAMMY SOSA, CANSECO AND ROCKET'S pitching .

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Ron Goss — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:39:26 GMT

I believe that Major League Baseball is a business and should run their own business, I also don't think Congress has any business whatsoever taking up the time to deal with whether or not some highly paid entertainer does or doesn't take steroids. Congress needs to tend to the economy, war, etc. and let baseball deal with its problems. Who put Congress in charge of steroid abuse in the first place????

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Liz NJ — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:56:38 GMT

What about the wife being administered a shot of HGH by McNamee because she was told it made you "youthful"?? EEEWWW, I just know that Clemens house was a virtual den of HGH!

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

N V Boston Ma — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:30:00 GMT

Why would Clemens put himself in that position? Because like Barry Bonds and Marion Jones, he is arrogant and things his sports prowess can get him out of anything. They all do the same thing, lie, lie, lie and finally confess.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Wayne Mailliard, Soddy Daisy, Tenn — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 21:03:02 GMT

If any consideration is given to Roger Clemens re: a presidential pardon if he is found guilty, I would hope that the same would be extended to Marion Jones, whom I believe got a raw deal when compared with convictions and sentences of others who committed far greater indiscretions, and considering not being with her infant during those most important formative years.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Kristi, Belleville, WI — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 21:07:01 GMT

Can't they just yank a hair and do some drug testing? Seems to me we are spending more time on this ridiculous notion of baseball players using drugs. So what?! I am going to care a lot less about baseball when we aren't able to play due to drastic climatic changes when our polar ice caps are gone. Pick your battles people.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Jeff, Rio Rancho, NM — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 21:54:20 GMT

I don't see what the big deal is. Everybody knew that those athletes have been using performance enhacing drugs for years. It might make you stronger, faster, etc......., but it doesn't help your hand/eye coordination and that's one of the most important attributes in Baseball. All of these investigations are a big waste of time and taxpayer money. I could care less if Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, or any other MLB player took performance enhancing drugs.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

LouWho, Detroit, MI — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 22:03:52 GMT

AND WE CARE WHY?????? Congress needs to get back to work and fix what is wrong with our country...social security, illegal immigration, unemployment, war.....instead of worrying what overgrown boys masquerading as men making obscene amounts of money (yes, I'm jealous!)playing a child's game inject into their body. PUH-LEASE! Spend my tax dollars on something that MATTERS!

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Dee, WDC — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 22:48:53 GMT

Clemens is guilty, he took HGH to throw faster.....so Bonds is guilty he took HGH to hit the doped up fastball that Clemens an others HGH created, it is a wash. Marion Jones went to jail for doping, why should Clemens get off free? I do think it is political, this is a good old boys club that beleives you can break as many laws as you would like as long the Majority is in power to save your skin as long as that skin is not too dark, Palmeiro just got by free and clear and probably would not have if the Republicans did not need the Latino vote. Why was the Media so fast to condemn Barry Bonds and Marion Jones but when the HGH and Steroid use of Palmeiro or Roger Clemens is brought up then it is said the Goverment is wrong to pursue this?? Let be fair and judge fairly. Either way HGH can't make you throw a baseball straight or with a curve or hit a baseball for that matter.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Greg Seward, Fort Dodge, Iowa — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 22:51:08 GMT

Even the Republicans KNEW he was guilty!!!!
Thats why one brought up the "bond" between players and trainers. ie...The clubhouse is sacred. And Shay attacking McNamee as a "drug dealer" would have been legit if he had also accused Pettitte and Knoblauch (sp?) of being sorry ass "drug users", but that didn't happen.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

robmarian1@cox.net — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 22:58:40 GMT

Roger Clemens should not be considere for Hall Of
Fame award.In fact he shoudn't even be considered.
Robert Tobin Rocky Hill CT.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

PD Salem, Oregon — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 01:38:54 GMT

Clemens lied because he got a phone call from the elder Geo Bush assuring him (Clemens) that he'd be pardoned.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

John Wheeler, Virginia — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 03:07:31 GMT

He is going to get pardoned by Bush and he knows it. Else, he will he be the first person in history, in the end, to be found not lying about it. That and Bonds didn't do it either.

PARDON

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Randy L Hays, KS — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 03:34:14 GMT

Has to be telling the truth!...you've got to be kidding me...he does not care about being offered an out...with his ego, the only thing on his mind is the Hall of Fame...if he admits to it, he risks it all

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Tony Topeka Ks — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 04:13:56 GMT

There is speculation of a presidential pardon because of Clemens relationship with the Bush family. Surely there are more pressing issues for the George W. to focus on. If he does issue a pardon then I think Marion Jones should be first in line.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

josh b, nyc, ny — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 20:10:20 GMT

i think the real question here is WHO CARES?? and why is the government of arguably the most powerful nation on the planet wasting time and resources on SPORTS??? this is completely reminiscent of ancient rome...use the gladiators (i.e. sports) to keep the eye of the public off the affairs of the empire (in this case the war in iraq, the economy and possible recession, etc)...it really is no wonder that this country is the laughing stock of the world...

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Shelley, NJ — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 06:02:16 GMT

For those asking why this is Congress's business, I believe it has to do with Baseball's anti-trust exemption. In exchange for being allowed to run an otherwise illegal monopoly, they agreed to Congressional oversight. Also, any players using HGH or steroids were, indeed, committing a prosecutable crime, since even the drugs that are legal weren't legally prescribed to them. It's the same as buying Oxy on a street corner.

Oh, and Clemens was clearly lying his bleeding butt off.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

s. toledo norwalk, ca — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 07:26:50 GMT

is he a liar? do i care? what i care about are those so called body language experts- if you move your shoulders, maybe sitting in an uncomfortable chair for hours under scrutiny makes your shoulders stiff. mine get stiff in long car rides!! or maybe the clenched jaw, i clench my jaw under stress, i've caught myself clenching while using the bathroom! who knows why! my dentist says its a really bad practice!!! licking lips? are they chapped? or sore, maybe he's thirsty, or just tired of sitting and wants something to do! shuffle feet- well again i'm guilty!!! i shift my weight from leg to leg and wiggle my feet while in line because i have flat feet and a toe that i cut the nail wrong and it hurts, also i sometimes get 'heel spurs' then i really go from foot to foot!!! look guys, one of the worst times i ever went thru was when my boss accused me of lying, throwing questions at me one after the other, then when i went blank, he said 'what? can't think of another lie fast enough?' i wasn't lying, and i go blank when accused of something i didn't do-can't even recall my own name!!!totally tongue tied!! it goes back to when my mom grilled me over and over, and never believed a thing i said, even when i had proof! so do you analyze everyones upbringing before you make an 'expert' statement about there body language?? so think that one over when considering 'language expert's' advice or opinions because thats all they are OPINIONS!! oh, and i rolled my neck and shoulders while writing this!!

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Brad , Peoria, Illinois — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 15:33:55 GMT

When Clemens said "nothing would be said at this hearing that will restore my name"(paraphrasing) he proved he was lying. If he was telling the truth and McNamee was lying, Clemens would have known that McNamee could have changed his story and come clean with the truth. But Clemens must have known that would never happen, therefore knowing nothing could be said to restore his name.

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Sassi, Reading, Pa. — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 20:05:45 GMT

This whole Roger Clemens situation makes me sick...Does anyone see what's wrong with this picture? Clemens is getting more face time in court over steriods then drug addicts and drug dealers get for pushing harder drugs in the streets. Why don't the Commissioner just cut the crap and fine him, suspend him, or kick him out the game...For the love of God stop wasting are tax money and time!

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Sophia Delataty — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 15:23:56 GMT

Remember "I did not have sex with that woman!"

R. Clemens is GUILTY, GUILTY, GUILTY!

Roger Clemens licks his lips. But does that mean he’s lying?

Lorrie Clemens, San Diego, California. — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:56:55 GMT

MMM interesting. Roger Clemens is My Dad's cousin. But like the cousin thats the kid of the man that was the child of My Dad's Grandfather. My Name is Lorrie Clemens. I'm 15, i dont know shit aboutt this stuff. Im a chick, but this dude, he's just a weirdo.