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

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

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

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

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.

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

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