All of this babble about Chik-Fil-A and the 'right' of gays to marry...gay rights are not the issue here. The point is being completely missed by most everyone.
The bigger issue is free speech. If all Americans (including Christians) are not allowed to freely speak out their beliefs, there is no purpose in even talking about gay rights.
Free speech is for ALL. Saying you believe in one man and one woman being married is not hate speech. It's the statement of one's belief. It forces no one to agree. It also forces no one to buy or not buy chicken from one particular restaurant or another.
There are plenty of things I don't care for in the world, many of which I can "vote" against with my wallet. Some of which I decide are not worth it to me, or I can't afford to bother with.
The media in this country is out of control, seeking to sway public opinion and publicly slandering a fast food company because the man who happens to own it doesn't believe in gay marriage. Ridiculous.
I hope Mr. Cathy made an absolute killing today and his business grows because of his willingness to stand for what he believes. We don't have any Chik-Fil-A near us, but the next time I am near one, I'll be happy to eat there and support the company whose CEO is not afraid of public opinion.
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