Yes, yes, yes ... that's always the argument that comes out in these discussions. Under the letter of the law you are correct, but the first amendment is a legal implementation of a value that is (well at least was) at the core of our culture. It's actually more concerning to me that our culture seems to be abandoning this value than it would be if the government were overstepping it's bounds and limiting people's 1A rights.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ronin13
Indeed. We're at a time where a difference of opinion is no longer just that, but instead a beckoning call to shame, lambaste, or libel someone for not agreeing with someone else's ideas/beliefs. Sad really. I've been in Mr. Robertson's shoes before, when I simply stated that I don't agree with the push for everyone to accept the homosexual culture- I have no problem with gays, but I really don't care what silly little event they have planned or what Hollywood celebrity is doing in their honor. If someone doesn't like gays, that's their prerogative, no need for people to get their panties in a twist. I don't like the sport of basketball, so freaking what!?Quote:
Originally Posted by Zundfolge
FREAKIN' UN-AMERICAN COMMIE! YOU SUCK! JANE FONDA LOVER![Coffee]Quote:
Originally Posted by Ronin13
[ROFL1] HOW DARE YOU! I hate Jane Fonda more than I hate Moochele Oblahblah! And I really do not like the Oblahblah family!Quote:
Originally Posted by Bailey Guns
Joe Pags (850) just posted this, so true:
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If only I could get labeled "Evil Rich".
And isn't an "Anti (fill in the blank)" and "Homophobe" the same thing? I just ask 'cause I'm sitting here on my blank reading these posts :p
Just a possibility: Because a politician that gets on his bully pulpit and goes on about abortion/gay marriage/his relationship with Jesus/Etc., isn't going to win the White House in the 21st century, plain and simple. I'd like to see the Democrats lose in '16, but if whomever the Republicans put up as the contender decides to preach primarily to the conservative base rather than the national electorate and starts talking about social issues, the Democrats will take the election....again. By contrast, the Duck Dynasty guy isn't running for office so there's no political loss if he speaks his mind so many support him against A&E. Just my take on it, potentially completely wrong...Quote:
Originally Posted by Bailey Guns
And now there is a story out on the internet about how former skating olympian Brian Boitano has 'come out' and saying he is gay - (DUH, big surprise there!).
Who gives a rat's ass where he chooses to stick his johnson?
Why is that relevant? Why is that news?
I am offended!
That has already happened several times.Quote:
Originally Posted by Zundfolge
People seem genuinely pissed off. More so than when they got their health insurance cancellation letters two months ago.Quote:
Originally Posted by blacklabel
I don't know... But I can tell you it was stupid to mess with the bread and circuses.
And after this blows over, I wouldn't be surprised to see A&E come out with a show for Westboro Baptist Church.