At the Chick-fil-A in Huntsville, Business is Booming!

"Apparently, first amendment rights and religious tolerance does not mean much if one's position happens to be for traditional marriage."

Chick-Fil-A's first amendment rights have not been violated in any way. Freedom of speech doesn't mean "freedom from criticism." The only way Cathy's freedom of speech would be violated would be if the government banned him from speaking, which it obviously has not. I simply don't understand why today's conservatives, who claim to be so fond of the Constitution, have so little understanding of one of its basic precepts.

As for religious tolerance, Dan Cathy has given money in his company's name to Exodus International, a group which traveled to Uganda and encouraged legislators there to draft a bill which would make homosexuality a crime punishable by death. That's not being in favor of traditional marriage. That's hiding behind the Bible while advocating murder. Do you really expect reasonable people to tolerate that?

Well said @Renee Shah, so very well said.

And of course chick-fil-a business is booming in H-vill, Alabama. It's the bible belt. I'm from there. Most of the people I know there have callouses on their knuckles.

While I'm not glad to hear that, Renee Shah - I am not surprised to hear that. Amazing how people on Gather think this is a good thing - that business is booming. It's often just not a state opinion - it's the actions that go with that opinion - and their actions make me sick. Esp. hearing that they give money in the company's name to the group that supports death for homosexuals in Uganda.

meant to say "stated opinion" - sorry.

I wish more people would understand that by and large none of us who are upset over this CFA situation are condemning Cathy for his comments. We're boycotting CFA because the company--not Cathy, but the company itself--is giving money to groups which go beyond the pale, in my mind, in terms of right and wrong.

What really saddens me is that I know for a fact that many in this country (and probably many who will comment in support of this author's article) are probably not bothered at all by a law which would call for gays to be executed. I've come across a number of people here in the south who have said, with no amount of shame, that they would kill a "f*g" if they ever met one.

Chick-Fil-A's first amendment rights have not been violated in any way. Freedom of speech doesn't mean "freedom from criticism." I was referring to those who are trying to shut the franchise down, not the criticism.

What really saddens me is that I know for a fact that many in this country (and probably many who will comment in support of this author's article) are probably not bothered at all by a law which would call for gays to be executed. Renee, that is extremely offensive. Perhaps you can rethink that one. Or at least familiarize yourself with my articles before you say something like that.

As for religious tolerance, Dan Cathy has given money in his company's name to Exodus International, a group which traveled to Uganda and encouraged legislators there to draft a bill which would make homosexuality a crime punishable by death. That's not being in favor of traditional marriage. I will look into that and if it is true, I will be the first one to condemn it. In the meantime, I am only focused here on Cathy's support of traditional marriage.

Most of the people I know there have callouses on their knuckles. Chelsea, what does that mean?

Jeanne, their actions make me sick. Which actions?

I thought that Exodus thing sounded fishy. From their website in 2010: "Exodus International has not and will not support any legislation that deprives others of life and dignity including, but not limited to, Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Bill of 2009. We stand with all who are defending this basic, biblical tenet and remain committed to sharing the compassion, hope and life-giving truth and grace of Jesus Christ."

Perhaps you can find something a bit more objective than the group's own website? Especially when they only added that disclaimer after public uproar over their involvement in the bill.

http://www.cjr.org/behind_the_news/covering_the_ex-gay_movement.php

And in case you'd like more than one source:

http://www.truthwinsout.org/blog/2011/10/19604/

"Most of the people I know there have callouses on their knuckles. Chelsea, what does that mean?" - Renee

Zinjanthropus, Hon. Piltdown. Australo-Pithecus. Cave Man. She of the high forehead...you know, like the commenter.

Means the bigoted speech of someone who is faaaarr above us on the "evolutionary" Scale, Doll.

Ah, I thought it may possibly mean because the evil "bible belt" slack-jawed red necks beat up gay people - but your explanation makes much more sense! (Chelsea is a cutie, even though don't agree on much...well pretty much anything)...

Uh....not so much.

Check that; not at all.

I am very familiar with this area... Some of the warmest, kindest accepting people come from this area... When I first started going there these people made me feel welcome , not one time did I ever feel a stranger... I love this area and if I could , I would move there in a heartbeat... Another, thing about these people are it is their nature to give, something many politically correct people dont seem to know about.
This man did not have freedom of speech, if people are calling for a boycott to


hurt his business especially at a time of high unemployment... This company does alot of good for the community, we have one here, they are the first to feed the volunteers, fireman, police, etc... I think the community that does not allow them to locate there is hurting their people..

Well, Vickey, I think they will do just fine, based on what I saw today when I went & it was packed! The poor little lonely McDonald's next door only had 2 cars in the parking lot.

There is never, ever any justification to treat gay people or Christians or anyone with malice or hate, ever, ever. The horrifying discrimination around the world is where the real problem lies and America, being the blessed amazing country that she is, should stand together to fight against these horrible laws. We also need to stop this ridiculous, polarizing debate, fueled by politicians and the mainstream media.

The bias needs to be exposed and people need to just help one another and love and accept one another. Our country is a haven for many gay people, who come here from Africa and are blessedly relieved at the acceptance they are shown. This is true, this is a fact.

By the way, another loooong car ride yesterday - I heard four separate traffic updates warning of congestion around Chick-Fil-A's. If you were in the car with me, you would have heard a "WOOHOO"!

The sources Renee shah has sited are a minor blog and a news letter that sites a gay news and analysis site, Box Turtle Bulletin,. Both are very suspect and not to be trusted. If she has no better sources then these then I will disregard her information as non- verified.

Par for the course Big Mama...if it werent for frightwing blogs and tinfoil hat sites, renee wouldnt have anything to copy and paste here.

Lori, just a lil FYI, Big Mama is talking about Renee Shah.

FYI you renee NAL resemble her remarks.

Really, Lori? So, you totally didn't even read the string, but you were just in the mood to insult me for no reason. Nice. If I "resemble" her remarks, perhaps you can share the last time I used a blog to back up my statements?

This is exactly the outcome I figured on~an increase in Chick-Fil-A's sales. Serves Boston's mayor right for infringing upon the moral beliefs of another!

Meaning, if a gay family were present - say, two guys, and their children - that pleasant family feeling would be gone? They wouldn't constitute a little family group, too? Just curious...

Yes, leave it to me to challenge what someone here says. You haven't done the same? How did I make something ugly out of something nice? What was nice? And yes, you are correct. There are only families. Let's put it another way - suppose the family consisted of two men who are married to each other and their children? Would that have sucked the enjoyment out of the day had that family been present?

That is nice, Scott ;-) and personally, I think gay families would feel welcome there, as they always have in the past. Nobody is suing Chick-fil-A for discrimination; no customers or workers. And interestingly, nobody had a problem with Obama's position before it "evolved".

Of course they aren't, Renee - because no one has been personally discriminated against. My problem with them is who they donate money to - the causes - not personal donations, mind you - but in the company's name.

Renee, if you think "nobody" had a problem with Obama's position then you either weren't paying attention or are being willfully ignorant. His lack of support for gay rights is one of the major reasons why I didn't vote for him in 2008, and I'm not alone in that regard. Most of us real liberals find Obama far too conservative for our tastes, and his stance on gay rights was just one example of that.

Thanks, Renee, at least you are consistent ;-) Unfortunately, you are getting the facts wrong about Cathy's donations.

Jeanne, which organization(s) concern you?

I am concerned about companies that donate to Obama's campaign and to Planned parenthood and to Gay organizations so I just do not give them my business. They can do whatever they want with their money and don't have to spend my money at their businesses. Outside of that, it is wrong to cause try to harass them or deny them the right to do business or practice their faith or give their money or support to who they want to.

And, that's the great thing~we all have that freedom of choice!

It's really odd how those who like to preach tolerance sometimes fail to practice the same. Here we have a business that does not discriminate against gays in any way. They simply disagreed - openly and publicly - with a culturally trendy topic; gay marriage.

On the subject of rights - I have not been able to find any connection between marriage... hetero, homo or otherwise, listed anywhere in the US Constitution. This is a subject that has always been cared for by the individual states; they've always written their own marriage laws since day one of this country.

But back to the tolerance thing... the anger and intolerance displayed so regularly against anyone or any business that dares to hold an opinion that does not follow in lock step with gay marriage, is today quite apparent. And so while I personally do not have any issues against gay marriage itself, in any way, I will not agree to take part in the intolerance and vitriol...

... which leads this full circle now and why I am commenting.

"Here we have a business that does not discriminate against gays in any way. They simply disagreed - openly and publicly - with a culturally trendy topic; gay marriage."

On the contrary. Dan Cathy donated money in Chick-Fil-A's name to groups which lobbied in Pennsylvania to create a law which would allow for discrimination based on sexual orientation.

That's more than disagreeing. That's using their money to try to legalize discrimination against homosexuals.

Despite the fact that I am incredibly liberal, I have no problem with Dan Cathy saying that he opposes gay marriage. I hate no right to tell him what his opinion ought to be on that subject. If that's how he interprets his religion then that's his business. But when he uses his company's money to try to put that belief into law then he becomes fair game for criticism.

Regarding tolerance: I find the intolerance towards homosexuals by christian conservatives to be immoral. Comments like yours are patently absurd. Why would I tolerate intolerance? I don't tolerate discrimination based on skin color, or gender, or religion. Why would I tolerate discrimination based on sexual orientation?

Christianity is such an odd religion. Christians claim their religion is about love and peace, but you'd never know it based on their actions.

scott IsZ - I am not young or uneducated, yet I vote democrat. What about what Renee Shah mentioned regarding the company supporting the group that encouraged Uganda to implement laws for the death penalty for homosexuality? I guess those of you supporting Chick-fil-A now won't be shopping at Home Depot or J.C.Penney because they support - verbally and financially - gay causes?

Bigotry wrapped in religion is still bigotry - I read that today, Renee Shah.

Scott seems woefully unaware of any number of studies which show that the more educated a person is the more likely they are to be liberal. It's to do with critical thinking skills and an awareness of the world around you, and being less likely to be swayed by nationalist, religious, or nativist propaganda.

I think you need to reevaluate your christianity. Most christians I know personally do *not* discriminate against homosexuals. In fact I know quite a number of gay christians. They certainly have nothing against homosexual actions.

Your way of thinking is, thank god, dying out.

Renee - "Regarding tolerance: I find the intolerance towards homosexuals by christian conservatives to be immoral. Comments like yours are patently absurd. Why would I tolerate intolerance?"

Would you mind quoting anything in my comment that displayed intolerance of anyone?

Thanks :)

I don't bash Christians, scott IsZ - I don't accept bashing of another simply because of what he or she is. I believe your idea is the one of "love the sinner, hate the sin"? - am I right? Yet who determines what is a sin? Your answer, most likely, would be "God". Yet do we really, truly, know - if indeed there is a Heaven - that those who do good works all their lives will not enter simply because they've engaged in a homosexual lifestyle? Will that truly cross out all the good someone has done in a lifetime?

Mike--when I said "comments like yours" I meant your comments which imply that liberals are obligated to tolerate discrimination against homosexuals. I didn't mean to imply that you personally do such a thing (I would hope that you don't).

Renee - When it comes to most any aspect of living alongside our fellow humans, what we put into it is generally what reflects back out at us. What this means is that two wrongs have never, ever made a right. We either lead by example and take the high road or... we follow their lead on the low and render ourselves into their mirrored image.

Not preaching, just sharing my view, is all.

I'm outta here... too much negativity for coffee lol.

I believe that there are things in this world which should never be tolerated, and hatred for an entire group of people is one of them. No matter what an old book tells you to think.

That's my view.

Oh sweetie. One of these days you're going to grow up and open your mind about the world around you and feel ever so foolish and ashamed of these silly things you used to believe in. It must be horrible, going through the world with as much superstitious hate in your heart as you do.

There is no "truth." There's life. The sooner you realize that the better for you.

It works for them both ways, Renee Shah - the love the sinner, hate the sin mentality. It also becomes the "I know I'm not perfect but God loves me anyway" when applied to themselves. It's that self assured-ness that says "no matter what I do, because I'm 'saved' I'll go to Heaven!". This is what allows for hateful actions against others.

Renee, do you have sources for your claims (other than non-biased sources)? They support charities that support traditional marriage. Support of "traditional marriage" does. not. mean. anti-gay.

I believe that there are things in this world which should never be tolerated, and hatred for an entire group of people is one of them. Absolutely, that is why I am surprised that you an your friends hate Christians, while promoting "tolerance".

This is what allows for hateful actions against others. What hateful actions?

I checked out plenty of sources online, Renee, for Renee's statements before I jumped in on the conversation here. All you need do is google where Cathy's company donates money. The Exodus International group, and the Family Research Council are the top two that pop up.

Ouch, did he donate to Family Research Council??? That IS bad.

Are you sure about that one?

"That's my view." - Shah

And that is why you're confused...

Excuse me, Renee Nal...what have you against the Family Research council?

Omg, Mark-John. You are right! I fell into the trap. Stupid. I was going by the SPLC, should have looked into that. Since they called the NBPP "Right Wing", their bias is disgustingly clear.

Jeanne - what are the hateful actions you have twice referred to?

:)

"They support charities that support traditional marriage. Support of "traditional marriage" does. not. mean. anti-gay." Renee

Truth.

Where do some of you get the idea that these gays are hated just because someone doesnt support same sex marraiges... Are your crystal balls broken? I dont like liver but I dont care if other people eat it and I am not going to boycott the person who makes it... But again, I dont hate it and have eaten it in the past....
Its another case of trying to force someones agenda on everyone else and then crying that the religious do this all the time.. Its another case of double standards...
I dont believe in gay marriage but I have several male gay friends and some of them are married to each other... I think that they make better friends than my girlfriends... They have cleaner places and I could trust them with my life but we are HONETST with each other and know my feelings but I respect theirs... This is called TOLERENCE.... SOMETHING that is not being shown to this company... Those that want to boycott are acting like a bunch of whiny kids who didnt get their way...People need to grow up...We are ALL different and have many points of views, this is what makes us who we are .... GOD created us to have free will and to think... Then when someone does this, its a big bad thing...If all I had to do was to worry about what someone said, I would be a very happy person....We need to harness our energy and put it into some good for mankind..Like feeding the hungry, finding the homeless some shelter... etc.. NOT cry about what someone said about their feelings ....

"Scott seems woefully unaware of any number of studies which show that the more educated a person is the more likely they are to be liberal."- Shah

Rubbish. The FACT is, the younger, more indoctrinated, and those lacking of Depth and Wisdom are more likely to be Leftists.

"It's to do with critical thinking skills and an awareness of the world around you, and being less likely to be swayed by nationalist, religious, or nativist propaganda." - Shah

B.S. It is to do with foolish idealism. It is to do with indoctrination by University, School, and Society. It is to do with a lack of Wisdom. It is to do with a lack of knowledge, Values, and Depth.

Shah, you speak of irrelevant Values...

"tolerance."
"change."
"discrimination."
"acceptance."
"diversity."

These are all meaningless and irrelevant...and severely lacking of Depth.

Vickey, "We are ALL different and have many points of views, this is what makes us who we are" - nice comment ;-)

"Scott seems woefully unaware of any number of studies which show that the more educated a person is the more likely they are to be liberal." Why do I have a strong feeling that any such study was conducted by a liberal?

It is to do with indoctrination by University, School, and Society. ding ding ding! You win a prize!!! (crackers)

(crackers ;)

hehe ;-) Crackers.

Everyone has the right to their own beliefs and opinions. We sure pass them around here at Gather. The liberals forgot that Obama himself was all for traditional marriage until he had an "oh my" moment related to losing votes. People still voted for him, despite that stance. Doesn't it seem a bit disingenuous?

The "Exodus International" website is relevant because they specifically denounced the Uganda law in 2010. If the claim is that they supported it, I am showing you that that is a false claim.

I am not convinced that Chick Fil A discriminates against employees or customers or that the donate to anyone that does.

If I see that they do, I will be the first to say something.

One thing Ivy league actually taught me, that it is all about how to convince the public square. These elites will tell people anything, regardless if it is blatantly false to get public opinion - take the new political trend of planting "seeds" in people's heads, whether they are true or not. "Mitt Romney may be a felon, he may have done something illegal, etc." How pathetic that any useful idiot falls for that.

"These elites will tell people anything, regardless if it is blatantly false to get public opinion..." - Renee

"How pathetic that any useful idiot falls for that." - Renee

Careful!...your brilliance is showing ;)

He-he...I want my crackers. I won them, and legitimately!

You have to earn your crackers, sir. ;-)

A cool link!!

Mark-John K - Check the education levels of blue vs. red states to see clear statistical correlation between education and liberal vs. conservative.

You do mean Indoctrination don't you? Because that is what is going on in the public Universities. I am an educated person that has attended three institutions of higher learning and I have witnessed the Indoctrination that goes on in many classrooms. It is sad that the radical Marxist left has taken over our educational system and we are experiencing the fall out of that now.

Precisely, Big Mama. Spot-on.

I've soooooooooooooooooooooooooo already earned my crackers, Thank You very much!!! :)~

I think I would take these boycotters (sic) a little more seriously if they put their money where their mouth is and boycotted everything produced by homophobic countries, ie. oil, clothes, toys, CELL-PHONES and everything made with some type of petroleum by-product.

I wonder what the Colonel thinks. (KFC) :)

Good one, Heather~I'll be chucking over this all morning!

I bet he thinks my chicken is better than their chicken :-)

:) I just had to write that... lol...

all chick-fil-a's here are packed, YES~

;-) Good to hear.

Let's all have Chikin!!!

Yummmmmm!

Laughs! We won't even have to Cook, Big Mama!

;-) Or when someone sees you as a pregnant person..."Oh you are with fetus!"?

Here is a question for the men who believe that life does not begin until the child naturally enters the world...

If your wife tells you one morning that she is pregnant, what is your response?

Do you ask your wife........."Do you think it will be a baby?"

I often wonder how these people can make themselves say some of the things they say to defend their position.

Sorry, Renee...I deleted my comment to correct something and re-posted it...

lol ;-) no worries! I like the rose smiley!

Straw horse Vic. I believe life begins at conception. I also have no problem with abortion.

Fetuses aren't sentient life. If a woman wants to terminate her pregnancy I have no problem with that. If only you had the ability to bear children, so that someone could force you to go through with a pregnancy. I'm sure you'd find it terribly enjoyable.

I also find it very funny that these so-called Christian groups, who proclaim their distaste for abortion until they're blue in the face, also support murdering homosexuals.

Face it. You don't care about fetuses, you care about controlling women. It angers you to no end that you can't make women obey you. You can't make them stay home and pump out babies until they die. That probably really ticks you off doesn't it? Judging by your profile you seem to embrace a terrifyingly fascist form of Christianity. Usually men like you just hate women, and since religion is an inherently anti-woman concept, you fall further and further into increasingly strict interpretations of it.

Unsurprising, really.

...weird, very weird indeed.

"Usually men like you just hate women, and since religion is an inherently anti-woman concept, you fall further and further into increasingly strict interpretations of it." - Shah

Shah engaged in a serious bit of Projection.

Really weird...

"Christian don't murder period."

Thanks for giving me a good laugh, I needed that.

Any more hilarious jokes you want to tell?

Speaking of Chick-Fil-A, I went today (for the second time in my life), I could not believe how crowded it was...I kind of felt a little bad for the empty McDonalds next to it. The drive thru line was in the street, and the parking lot was filled - I actually had to park in another lot. it was very yummy and the people were super friendly - I asked for a "plain" sandwich and the gentleman behind the counter called me by name as I was leaving to make sure my sandwich was ok - amazing. Uh oh. New addiction.

@ Renee Shah...

"If only you had the ability to bear children, so that someone could force you to go through with a pregnancy. I'm sure you'd find it terribly enjoyable."

NEWS FLASH! Pregnancy is not caused by humidity or stress...It is not like it accidentally happens. Taking the life of a child cannot be justified by the suggestion that it may present an inconvenience to you.

Pregnancy is not caused by humidity or stress...It is not like it accidentally happens. Taking the life of a child cannot be justified by the suggestion that it may present an inconvenience to you.

I had a loooong drive today...I was actually thinking about some of the comments about teens and sex and the attitude that it is going to happen anyway...it just seems like the opposite of instilling values.

I am not saying parents should be blind, and obviously they should be approachable on any concerns about sex that their kids may have. But there are some who advocate encouraging kids to have sex. Some actually demonize people who teach abstinence or "waiting" to have sex. Studies show that it works.

So, kids are not taught to be responsible with sex, and then when they get pregnant, they don't even need to tell their parents that they are getting an abortion. So now they have this huge life decision, made without the guidance of their families, then, they have an abortion, something that will stay with them for the rest of their lives, and a new secret to hide from their families - how is this good for anyone?

It isn't.

As I read the comments, there is a PSA, with photos of "happy Girls," flashing at the Margin:

"Take Charge of Your Sexual Health." Click Here for Clinic locations...how ironic...and maddening. The GOAL: to undermine Parents, PERIOD...as I have previously warned.

The crucial subjects of Sexuality and personal Health are the matter of Families, Parents, and their Children. That there are "Ad's" such as this, and that Schools, Teachers and Gov have their beak into any Private Family matters should anger every single American...particularly, Parents.

NoMo FoMo clutter/distraction/diversion

Chic-fil-A Location Locator

Click on "STATE"

"Fetuses aren't sentient life." Dhuh

What would you know about "sentient Life?" Let me explain something to you...

NoMo, your machinations are so ridiculous that none bother to give them any attention.

Vic said, "NEWS FLASH! Pregnancy is not caused by humidity or stress...It is not like it accidentally happens. Taking the life of a child cannot be justified by the suggestion that it may present an inconvenience to you."

That cannot be said or taught often enough.

HAHAAAA..once again I win...none of you can prove I am wrong. LOL! Four, you are a trip. What point should I prove wrong? (I almost don't want to, since you are so happy)...

"Fetuses aren't sentient life." Double duh

LEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am soooo happy to see you and Vic's statement is classic. Stick around for awhile, will ya?

has anyone noticed the weak irrelevant sources that Four more years posted? "The Gay Manifesto?" Come on now that is just to pitiful!

Are you kidding Big Moma, how could anyone miss it's mental handicap. But, I think I heard somewhere that it made the "D" honor roll.
It always claims victory right after getting the snot kicked out of itself. It uses sources that are huge Obama/democommiRAT supporters and campaign contributors and calls them un-biased. I guess the leftards have created a new definition for "un-biased".

"Is that Aretha Franklin with Obama in that picture icon?" No, Aretha isn't that fat.

Sometimes anti-boycotts work better than boycotts. Eat more chicken.

Let's Eat!

Another people like you. Don't you people get tired of labeling everyone?

No where in the Bible is the term gay used. you lie.

(Rom 1:26-27) For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature: {27} And likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward another; men with men working that which is unseemly, and receiving in themselves that recompense of their error which was meet.

'Nature' in this context is a man-woman relationship.

The implication in verse 26 is that women were engaged in lesbianism.

In 1 Cor 6:9, "abusers of themselves with mankind" is translated from the Greek word "Arsenokoites" which is a compound word 'Arsen' meaning male, or men, and 'koites' literally meaning couch or bed, but generally with the connotation meaning a 'marriage bed' or sex. Male-male sex is what is meant, and it's listed as a sin.

To be effeminate is also listed as a sin.

But, to answer the question, yes, the sin of homosexuality applies both to men and women.

(1 Cor 2:14) But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.

In this context 'nature' or 'natural' is our innate desires and preferences. This is the way that people use the phrase 'it's in my nature.'

If a behavior or 'orientation' is in our 'nature,' that doesn't make it right. If someone is only turned on by children, he is not innocent because that's his 'sexual orientation.' We should not allow people to marry their dogs or cats because that's what feels natural to them, and it makes them happy. An addict is not innocent if he/she indulges their nature and stays drunk or high.

Although God says in the bible, man shall not lay down with man, does this apply to women as well or just men? YES

We just had new Chick-fil-a open near me...Did you know that when a new location opens, the first 100 people to the new location get to eat there free for a year? That is when it is packed.

Oh yes, people sleep out in tents ;-)

It was even on the news the night before the grand opening...And yes, there were tents...

lol! I love it!

hahahahahahahahaha...I am making a chicken sammich in the pot...

The new slogan is official...

LOL...Hi, Scott...

hahahahahahahahahahahaha...I just noticed that there was a Chick-Fil-A free coupon ad at the bottom of the screen...How appropriate...

Well, once again, the latest FAUX outrage, intended distraction from Obama's FAILURES, has fallen flat, backfired, and lost it's legs. Chick-Fil-A business is BOOMING!!!
EAT MORE Chick-Fil-A CHICKEN!!
100 MORE DAYS!!!
Obama can "evolve" from being a FAUX president to a real person behind bars.
...let's see ...identity theft, SS fraud, illegal/unconstitutional EO's, FAST AND FURIOUS...

So true. Banning businesses for what their owner thinks is bad government. Boycott Boston, New York and Chicago.

DONE.

Not a problem. I can certainly live without ever going back to these places.

HA!! Maree, buy a new keyboard, then STOP eating cookies at your computer.

Their menu is AWESOME!!

Looks Delicious!!!

Rumour has it that the Shakes are TOP NOTCH!

Here, too. Most people came Bible in hand.

Awesome, Carol ;-) There were lines out the door and drive thru out into the street ;-)

Chick-Fil-A is a business, whereas the owners openly represent their true faith in God, will not allow the business side of their lives to interfere or alter their moral standards, will not open the business on Sundays because of their faith, and still, the business is extremely successful. I just like the way this story plays out, and this measure of moral commitment is admiral. Those who oppose that same moral standard, and either dismiss or even deny that faith behind this story are willing to do so based simply on life choices that apply to them personally, and are not concerned with society, as a whole. True moral values are a foundation, not a mere choice, and they cannot be altered or dismissed to fit in with that which literally opposes that same foundation. True faith does not allow compromise with the foundation of that faith, nor are those who have that faith willing to compromise. Standing strong for simply what is right. You either understand it, believe it, live it, or you do not.

Thank you, Mari Ana...A true foundation cannot be moved...Many try but fail...We are seeing just that with this situation...We will stand firm with our moral foundation...It is not hatred, as suggested...It is merely standing by our foundation and holding on with all we have within us...

Al Gore invented chicken...

HA!

I thought he invented an intern net for chicks. This was to make it easier for his boss to catch the chicks that were interns while Clinton was in the White House

LOL, Big Mama...He invented the Internet and the chicks...Society somehow missed his original thoughts, but are using the Internet to find chicks...

Having lived in West Hollywood Ca. I can say that many older homosexual men are interested in teen age boys. It is very common to see them supporting young teen boys and providing financial resources for the um hem pleasure of their "company". Of course we also see heterosexual men frequenting young female teenage prostitutes on Hollywood blvd. So I believe that pedophilia is just as bad regardless of sexual orientation.

;-) Lol, Scott! You made me giggle.

At the risk of sounding mean-spirited, (and I really don't care) I will make a statement.

Gay men are always speaking up and stating how supportive they are, as it applies to women.

"Here is my question."

Is there any other group in our society, who make their statements more clearly with their personal choices than gay men, that women are not good enough for them?

"You don't sound mean spirited, you are."

I am not mean spirited...What did I say that was untrue?

"Are men good enough for you Vic? Does the fact that you don't have sex with them make you anti-man? If you don't have sex with men are you unsupported of other men?"

The truth is that our world is blessed to have all of these wonderful women to be a part of it, and those types of questions just never enter my mind.

I think Vic is AMAZING, but I have two things to say (not that you asked for my opinion), 1.) I think Vic's comment is less about his agreement or disagreement with homosexuals, and more about his perception that they are disingenuous in their support of woman. (I could be wrong, actually, I kind of had difficulty getting your point here, Vic). Maybe I have just been driving too much! 2.) I can understand completely how Lebrea and Four would take this comment to heart.

That being said, it would be soooo awesome if we could try to understand each other. But, perhaps that is my personal weird dream.

And you are totally wrong. It is not mean-spirited to state one's opinion, or to tell the truth about one's personal feelings, even if you know that all will not share in that opinion. I am not looking for approval or acceptance from anyone with my statement, nor do I ask for your approval or acceptance.

I was speaking of the gay men, so that is all you saw, and you assume that my opinion only applies to gay men. I am opposed to the gay lifestyle, period, and yes, that include lesbians. You are speaking of my lack of acceptance of something that I do not approve of at all, and the truth is that you, or no one else gets to decide that for me.

I am neither mean-spirited nor prejudiced. I am merely speaking against what you are so willing to defend. I do not approve of the homosexual lifestyle. What part of that is confusing to you? It is not based on hatred; it is based on the foundation of my faith, and I do not compromise when it comes to that foundation. It is neither your decision, nor even your business as to my convictions based on my faith, nor will I change to avoid conflict or disapproval from you or anyone else.

I do not compromise when it comes to that foundation. Nor should you. You are speaking of my lack of acceptance of something that I do not approve of at all, and the truth is that you, or no one else gets to decide that for me. Point very well taken.

Thank you, Vic.

Hi, Renee...You understood my words precisely as they were intended...

Oh good, now I don't feel like a dummy ;-)

FourMore, just for the record, let me explain something to you. I hate no one, and my statement should not be received as hatred, simply based on having an opposing opinion.

Follow this carefully. I do not hate gay people, nor will you find evidence that will lead you to believe otherwise, based on my words. With my faith, I am not allowed to judge others, nor do I, in the true sense of the word, judgment. I do not treat anyone in the gay community any different because they are gay, and yes, I do have friends who are gay. With my faith, free will is allowed, and that free will is the choice of the individual, and it is not my place to question the use of that free will as being not allowed. But my faith does not allow for compromise, and that means that even if I do not place judgment on someone, or treat him or her any differently, I still am not to accept what is a direct conflict with the foundation of my faith. I have not directly disrespected anyone, nor have I been mean spirited toward anyone. I am merely pointing out that I do not approve of the lifestyle. I do not try to convert anyone from that chosen path by forcing my personal faith upon them, nor am I allowed to force it upon anyone. If you wish to try to transform my personal thoughts into something ugly, then feel free to do so, but you will not only be wrong, but you will prove you are not nearly as intelligent as I thought you to be.

But my faith does not allow for compromise, and that means that even if I do not place judgment on someone, or treat him or her any differently, I still am not to accept what is a direct conflict with the foundation of my faith. ;-) Well said.

Thank you, Renee...I wish those who are so quick to judge could understand that simple but profound statement...

Eat More Chickin'

Poor lil chickens.

Here we go, a fine example of "tolerance" from the left...

Chick-fil-A executive dies, liberals celebrate with hateful messages

"The phony Christians' God passed His/Her judgement, (sic)" wrote one commenter at CBS.

"That should teack (sic) the chicken bible pusher to keep a lid on it...ha ha," wrote another.

"LOL, must have been the HAND O' DA LORD that reached down and smitted him for his bigotry! The timing is WAY too much of a coincidence!! (sic)" exclaimed one commenter.

"Guess its Gods will. (sic) Huckabee and Santorum next on Aug. 1st. Yay!" commenter "jonnyhern" wrote at the Los Angeles Times, referencing a "Chick-fil-A Appreciation Day" that was set up by Huckabee.

"Am I the only one that thinks the irony of this is hilarious," one person wrote at ABC News.

"Tim" called it "Kharma," and asked: "Maybe Dan Cathy will go next?" He followed that message with a "smiley" expressing happiness.

"Jenny" asked: "Is their god trying to send a message?"

"Thank you God for taking that biggot from this world before his words can hurt any of your other children, (sic)" another person wrote at ABC.

"This is too funny. Satan has called his boy home," wrote "Don."

The Huffington Post reported the news "sparked an onslaught of Twitter responses, with many linking the official's passing to the fast food company's recent controversies."

Nate - did you see this video? Disgusting.