Oh Brother, GLAAD Has a New Target - Duck Dynasty! (dollar, compare)

[Fuselage]

Originally Posted by Taratova

Those that love their sin more than Jesus is the dividing factor. Jesus said from the beginning, to repent from your sin. Homosexuality is a sin. This man is entitled to his belief in Jesus.

The gays are promoting sin through legislation. The Christians have every right to denounce sin if the gays can promote it. The gays hate the words of the bible and love their sin. That is their right. It is also the right for a Christian to have freedom to be a Christian and denounce the sin of homosexuality

Since when has anyone been silenced for promoting homosexuality? Yet the Christians are vilified and silenced for their belief.. so who is the real hater here?

I don't know whether homosexuals hate the words of the bible - they seem to have a strong dislike for those who hide behind the shield of religion to foster discrimination against their fellow citizens. I believe they are righteous in their quest to eradicate inequality.

And yet, no homosexual I have ever heard is out there trying to pass laws that discriminate against Christians. They ought to. After all, what's good for the goose is good for the gander, is it not?

Alas, you see, THEY understand American principles and act accordingly. It is YOU who fails to grasp the idea of equality by clinging to ancient and often outdated doctrine. Here in America, we separate church and state - and that includes YOUR religion.

The term "sin" is purely religious. It has no meaning to many Americans other than the association forced by religion, a meaning that is well known.

The reason you are experiencing vilification and silencing really has more to do with the tide having turned on you on a societal level. Just like it did on other controversial issues from women's rights to civil rights. There were always those who argued that they were fighting the "good fight" but who ended up on the "wrong" end of society's evaluation of their struggle.

Thus, you are not experiencing any laws being passed AGAINST Christians. What you are experiencing is a public backlash against the stance you are taking, a stance that is increasingly unpopular and perceived as being unjust.

You have every right to denounce homosexuality. Members of the KKK have every right to denounce blacks. White supremacists have every right to denounce whoever they happen to hate most at the moment. This is America and thus, this is a right that is granted to all of us, no matter how absurd our opinions are.

Voicing such opinions, quite frequently, comes with consequences, particularly if the opinions being voiced do not enjoy high public regard.

And that is, exactly, where you find yourself. You might think your quest is honorable. The company you keep, however, puts you in a very bad spot.

[TheMoreYouKnow]

Originally Posted by daylux

I think his brothers or whoever are on the show need to rally around him and all quit or suspend themselves. Stand on their faith.

How would they even do the show without him? A&E didn't have a choice, they're trying to not get attacked by the rabid left.

[NoOBama]

Originally Posted by TheMoreYouKnow

I seriously doubt that as well, you don't create, run and own a multimillion dollar corporation and not have legal counsel. These guys were raking in cash and have millions of fans who will stand by them. These guys made more money selling stupid T shirts and blue tea cups than most people can even dream of, they'll be just fine even if A&E doesn't want them on the air.

There's always a Lawyer looking for a gig. Regardless of your current representation.

But your most definitely right.

[lucknow]

Reality shows just SUCK, period. I think they are a good sign of the dumbing down of the popular culture. Why people watch this crap is just way beyond me.

[mikebnllnb]

What does homosexuality have to do with bestiality and promiscuity?

[EdwardA]

Originally Posted by sargentodiaz

Just an aside to anger some - I've never watched the show and have no interest in doing so. Reality TV is absolutely the LAST thing I'll ever watch on TV.

I DO watch Spanish talk shows and no ve las!!!

Never watched it either but the backlash against the backlash is growing. I do watch the First 48 but looks like that is out the window. Won't watch A&E until he is reinstated.

[EdwardA]

Originally Posted by mikebnllnb

What does homosexuality have to do with bestiality promiscuity?

You'd have to ask God, He made the analogy. Homosexuality is a sin as is promiscuous behavior. Not sure why this is complicated for people to understand.

[mikebnllnb]

Originally Posted by Taratova

From God's book.. Homosexuality is an abomination. The word of God is the judge.

Nothing but an unfounded belief. Let people live their lives free of judgement and persecution.

[Beliciano]

Just another example of religious ignorance, and people wonder why we atheist continue to grow in number.

[EdwardA]

Originally Posted by daylux

I think his brothers or whoever are on the show need to rally around him and all quit or suspend themselves. Stand on their faith.

That's what I'd do especially considering the family is independently wealthy. I'd also check with the lawyers to see if I can pursue opportunities at other networks.