I too was upset over the Chik Fila story- until I actually
read the statement and the follow up conciliatory clarification (see below). I
personally know people who work for Chik Fila. People who would never
discriminate or hate anyone for any reason. Each franchise has a separate owner so one
person’s views don’t speak for all. I agree with these recent statements of
tolerance and respect so I guess I’ll have protestors outside my home now? Ask around- I don’t hate anyone. Many people
I care about are gay and I love them all and if anyone voiced actual messages
of hate I’d be happy to protest against them in support of my loved ones. I admire people who stand up for what they
believe. I’m for separation of church
and state. I’m for free speech. I’m for
tolerance. It appears that makes me some
kind of monster. If you chose to express
yourself but not eating a chicken sandwich, there’s no judgment here from me-
good for you I say. I pray for all people on both “sides” of this “event” which
has sadly drawn our attention away from the governmental and political debate
over this issue which needs to be the focus.
Please don’t jump the gun, anyone on any side, before getting the facts. I hope against feelings of superiority anyone
from any side may have on this event. #HateIsPoison.
http://www.dennyburk.com/chick-fil-a-and-the-irony-of-the-tolerance-police/
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