Tonight I am scanning my Facebook page and am, for lack of a better word, confused about a majority of the comments (regarding Chick-Fil-A) I'm reading and also who the hell are these people and am I sure they are my "friend"? As my blood is almost boiling because I hate ignorance and incomplete thought processes, I decided to take it out here on my blog rather than on Facebook (will I ever be able to just deactivate my profile?!)
Let's start by breaking down some things...
#1, Chick-Fil-A has always been closed on Sundays. Simple thought process would lead you to conclude it's based on religious affiliations, which it should not be surprising, do not wave a rainbow flag by the cross. This should not be a shocking revelation to anyone.
"He simply stated his opinion on something, making this a freedom of speech issue."
The common "this is a free speech issue" comment. If he'd said he doesn't support African Americans or women or the American flag or democracy, would we be so ok with calling it a free speech issue? I think not. Sure, he has free speech, but don't be blind to the fact that it still is a rights issue as well and people who are passionate about fighting for equal rights or those opposed, have the right to step up and speak their peace in return.
Next of all, I don't care whether you eat Chick-Fil-A every day of your life or never eat it again. If you refuse to eat Chick-Fil-A, I urge you to get educated on other businesses and what they support beause I am very sure Chick-Fil-A isn't the only business that does not support equal rights. And likewise for the reverse. And likewise again for other issues-child labor, employee rights, etc. You are incredibly ignorant if Chick-Fil-A is the only business you need to take a stand on.
Finally, for those who thing that a business owners opinions have no affect on their product and your consumption...get a clue. This is America, you vote with your dollar. Where you spend your money does directly affect various issues and this is a prime example. So don't sit there with your waffle fries and act like 20 cents of that didn't go to supporting groups who are against equal rights.
In other news, free birth control for the ladies! I think this is amazing and to those who are comparing today's birth control victory to 9/11 and Pearl Habor, you should be ashamed of yourself. You should be embarrassed and probably apologize to those who have suffered and lost loved ones to these very real tragedies. There is a vast difference between American tragedies that have caused thousands of Americans to lose their lives, including soldiers, police offiers, firefighters, etc to a day when millions of women will finally have access to necessary and basic health care. There is no comparison.
Lastly, I would like to direct you to The Wrong Side of History brought to you by Jenn.
Happy Hump Day.
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