Matt, I'm a republican, and I don't get mad if any of the Seahawks are democrats or voted for John Kerry. Stand your ground. Furthermore, the presidency is bigger than any one person. 
 
Looking forward to the season! I hope you've worked on throwing outside the pocket.

From what I heard from Rush today, you and Mack have been getting grief from some of the left for giving President Bush the jersey and having your picture taken with him. I wanted to tell you that I think it is great that you are out there supporting your party and the President and that those who don't understand that clearly don't understand what a democracy and political freedom are all about.Also I think it would be great if you would put the picture on your website because I for one would like to print out a copy to frame and put on the wall with some of my other Seahawk collectables. Go Seahawks! This is going to be the year!

Mr. Hasselbeck, 
I saw that you gave President Bush a jersey (and that you were getting a bunch of flack for it) so I wanted to say thanks. Its players like you that give the NFL a good image. I have always supported you and you have never let me or any other Seahawks fan down. 
God Bless, 
Nate Barton 
Warrant Officer, US Army Reserve

Dear Matt, 
 
I am currently a looong way from Seattle, so I miss most of the news from home. 
 
Rush Limbaugh just broadcast about the nonsense over your noble treatment of our Commander in Chief, George Bush. 
 
You are in the right Sir!  
 
I have been away from my beloved home town and team for 3 years, you get away and you see: there ARE over-the-top liberal freaks back there. 
 
Hang in there! You did right!  
 
Go out and play with complete courage and conviction this season! 
Don't let the crazy liberals get to you, in any way! 
 
God Bless, Matt. 
 
PS: You and the team HAVE to play well or AFN won't broadcast the Seahawks' games.... 
(true story) 
 
Army SGT Steven Kettel,  
Bavaria, Germany

Even though I don't necessarily agree with your political views, you are still my favorite football player of all time and I still think you are a great person. I look forward to watching you spank the Bucs on Sunday from the 50 yrd line, 5 rows from the field at the greatest stadium in the US (Qwest)!!!

Please keep up your support of our troops and our President! I am delighted to hear you met with him. I am disappointed the Seattle residents are so against the troops and President. I had no idea they were that bad off...that's a shame. I hope you stand firm anyway. I am a big fan of Matt Hasselbeck now...so you gain some and you lose some I guess. Best Wishes!

Matt, you make us proud. You stood up for what's right. You're my QB on 3 fantasy teams as well as my real life team. I'll wear your jersey anyday. You're an inspiration to my kids.

DEAR MATT!!HOW NICE OF YOU TO BE AT THE BUSH-REICHERT EVENT!!AND.. YOU WERE SO NICE TO TAKE A PICTURE OF ME WITH YOU , FOR A LITTLE -GIRL -FAN IN CHICAGO AREA!! THANKS SO MUCH!! liz beckman I AM A NEW FAN, NOW!!

Matt, Stand tall and tough against your critics. You have always been a great role model, keep it up. Have a great season...except against the Packers! God bless you and God Bless America.

stick to your guns. like the president or not, real fans love you anyway. if they get all stupid over a jersey, they can move to san fransisco and watch the 49ers.

Matt,  
 
Thanks for all you do for the Hawks and the nation. Keep up the great work. 
 
Jon 
U.S. Army 
Retired

Hey Matt, 
Your meeting with the president and the class you and Strong showed have earned you (and the 'Hawks) a new fan. Have a great season!

I loved the picture of you with Bush. You did the right thing. Looking forward to seeing you smoke the Rams this year in St. Louis.

Hey HOLLYWOOD - stay healthy and have a great season - looking forward to following you for another season - tell Tim, Nathaniel and your folks the Schweitzer's say HI! 
-Jeff

Great job beating the raiders and ending the preseason 3-1! Now its regular season war! Time to march the seahawk machine and the 12th man back to the playoffs and the superbowl! I will be behind the team win or loose.But if you do loose a game against any of your opponents this season,Play against them so that they will not want to face you guys a second time! Thats why the SEAHAWKS and OUR FANS are THE BEST,we give you everything we got and dont give up,even in bad times wich is when it matters the most!GO HAWKS!