Boston Mayor tells **** chick fil a to stay away

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Being a christian who believes in tradtional marriage doesn't mean you a hate ful bigot. I am a christian and I don't agree with homosexuality, but I hate the sin, NOT the person. I don't go around gay bashing or any of that stuff, I usally just mind my own business and if the topic comes up in a discusion then I speak my mind in a respecful way. But I DON't like gays trying to force their lifestyle on everyone and if you don't agree with it your labled a bigot and a douchebag etc. That crap is retarded.

Shmiity

There are lots of things I don't like, that doesn't mean it's ok for me to ruin it for everyone else.

If youre anti-gay marriage, youre denying people rights that you already have. Youre denying people- not me. I absolutely think Im better than you. Why can't everyone be equal? Isn't that the whole point of the United States?

When you stop someone from doing something for no other reason than your own personal bias, then you are a bigot.

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Being a christian who believes in tradtional marriage doesn't mean you a hate ful bigot. I am a christian and I don't agree with homosexuality, but I hate the sin, NOT the person. I don't go around gay bashing or any of that stuff, I usally just mind my own business and if the topic comes up in a discusion then I speak my mind in a respecful way. But I DON't like gays trying to force their lifestyle on everyone and if you don't agree with it your labled a bigot and a douchebag etc. That crap is retarded.

Shmiity

There are lots of things I don't like, that doesn't mean it's ok for me to ruin it for everyone else.

If youre anti-gay marriage, youre denying people rights that you already have. Youre denying people- not me. I absolutely think Im better than you. Why can't everyone be equal? Isn't that the whole point of the United States?

The only thing I have seen in this thread is SEANMCAD do is make a fool of himself. With him claiming that all Chick-fil-A sell are chicken nuggets that are crap left and right without really knowing what they sell sure shows his idiocy.

The fil-A part of the name is a play on the word filet and describes what they are selling, a filet of chicken breast. Sure, they sell nuggets too and they are also made from the chicken breast, the better part of the meat as well as using peanut oil to fry the filet and the nuggets in, which is a healthier oil over vegetable oil.

Here are examples of what Chick-fil-A sells:

The second sandwich is the grilled chicken sandwich on a whole grain bun at 290 calories. Not really fattening. Even the fried chicken sandwich is only 440 calories which is again, not really fattening.

As far as losing business, sure, gays or gay groups may boycott the chain, but the fact is, others, who agree with the company's beliefs will flock to them. That will make up for any lost business due to any boycott. While other fast food chains are hitting walls in terms of sales, Chick-fil-A keeps surpassing the others in total sales. Sounds like they are doing something right.

Source

As I said in the other thread, Chick-fil-A has the right to have any beliefs they want, but the government has no right to tell a business that they have to change their beliefs in order to locate in their city. Freedom of religion and freedom of speech are in play. The mayor can say what is on his mind, but he cannot tell a business that they cannot do business in his city just because they do not match his beliefs.

The CEO of chick-fil-a is entirely within his rights to be a raging, rightwing, anti-gay bigot. On the other hand, the shareholders are also within their rights to decide that they should be staying the fvck out of social issues politics and fire his ass in order to bring in someone who will, you know, focus on running a business and making profits for the shareholders rather than using his position as a platform to rant about teh evil gay people.nocoolnamejim

Chick-fil-A isn't a traded company. The CEO and his family, who all hold the same beliefs as him, fully own the business outright.

The only thing I have seen in this thread is SEANMCAD do is make a fool of himself. With him claiming that all Chick-fil-A sell are chicken nuggets that are crap left and right without really knowing what they sell sure shows his idiocy.

The fil-A part of the name is a play on the word filet and describes what they are selling, a filet of chicken breast. Sure, they sell nuggets too and they are also made from the chicken breast, the better part of the meat as well as using peanut oil to fry the filet and the nuggets in, which is a healthier oil over vegetable oil.

Here are examples of what Chick-fil-A sells:

The second sandwich is the grilled chicken sandwich on a whole grain bun at 290 calories. Not really fattening. Even the fried chicken sandwich is only 440 calories which is again, not really fattening.

As far as losing business, sure, gays or gay groups may boycott the chain, but the fact is, others, who agree with the company's beliefs will flock to them. That will make up for any lost business due to any boycott. While other fast food chains are hitting walls in terms of sales, Chick-fil-A keeps surpassing the others in total sales. Sounds like they are doing something right.

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As I said in the other thread, Chick-fil-A has the right to have any beliefs they want, but the government has no right to tell a business that they have to change their beliefs in order to locate in their city. Freedom of religion and freedom of speech are in play. The mayor can say what is on his mind, but he cannot tell a business that they cannot do business in his city just because they do not match his beliefs.

WhiteKnight77

[QUOTE="nocoolnamejim"]The CEO of chick-fil-a is entirely within his rights to be a raging, rightwing, anti-gay bigot. On the other hand, the shareholders are also within their rights to decide that they should be staying the fvck out of social issues politics and fire his ass in order to bring in someone who will, you know, focus on running a business and making profits for the shareholders rather than using his position as a platform to rant about teh evil gay people.worlock77

Chick-fil-A isn't a traded company. The CEO and his family, who all hold the same beliefs as him, fully own the business outright.

[QUOTE="22Toothpicks"]SEANMCAD

1. I was adding flare to make a point. I know they sell other chicken related items other than nuggets but isnt nuggets the largest part of their menu?

2. I am stunned at their sales, like I said its crappy food even in the world of fast food, sales figures dont matter to me. American Teen Idol used to have the highest ratings, its still a crap show I would never bother to watch.

You really are dense. Can you not read? What part of filet of chicken breast do you not understand? If you do understand all of that, then you seriously are the biggest troll in this thread.

Also, what channel does American Teen Idol show on? I haven't heard of that show before, not that I would watch it, but am curious as to what it's about.

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1. I was adding flare to make a point. I know they sell other chicken related items other than nuggets but isnt nuggets the largest part of their menu?

2. I am stunned at their sales, like I said its crappy food even in the world of fast food, sales figures dont matter to me. American Teen Idol used to have the highest ratings, its still a crap show I would never bother to watch.

SEANMCAD

You really are dense. Can you not read? What part of filet of chicken breast do you not understand? If you do understand all of that, then you seriously are the biggest troll in this thread.

Also, what channel does American Teen Idol show on? I haven't heard of that show before, not that I would watch it, but am curious as to what it's about.

1. why is it so hard for people to understand matters of degrees. I am suggesting that MOST but not ALL of the menu is nuggets. have a few sandwhiches on a menu with 1000 mugget options doesnt make my position incorrect. That said I actually am not for sure but let me try and ask again. isnt most of the menu nuggets? yes or no please.

2. American Idol, I dont know what station its on, I watched it once and didnt like it. It might not be on anymore. On that implied note I did try Mr. Nuggets food and like I said, its the same as any other nugget.

No, Chick-fil-A's Menu is not mostly nuggets, it's the chicken sandwich, hence their motto, "We didn't invent the chicken, just the chicken sandwich." They sell 7 different chicken sandwiches, nuggets in 8-12 piece (kids have 4-6 piece meals) (from the breast, not processed like McDonald's) and chicken strips (again from the breast) in 3 or 4 piece with smaller amounts for kids. Wraps, salads and breakfast biscuits are also sold. Doesn't look like a nugget store to me, or anyone else.

The people of Boston are probably better off. Chick-Fil-a is ok, but greasy deep fried chicken that gets most its flavor from MSG loaded batter isn't all that good for you.dagreenfish

Since you made the claim, how about showing everyone where you get the information on them using MSG in their foods.

[QUOTE="dagreenfish"]The people of Boston are probably better off. Chick-Fil-a is ok, but greasy deep fried chicken that gets most its flavor from MSG loaded batter isn't all that good for you.WhiteKnight77

Since you made the claim, how about showing everyone where you get the information on them using MSG in their foods.

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[QUOTE="dagreenfish"]The people of Boston are probably better off. Chick-Fil-a is ok, but greasy deep fried chicken that gets most its flavor from MSG loaded batter isn't all that good for you.dagreenfish

Since you made the claim, how about showing everyone where you get the information on them using MSG in their foods.

Fair enough, but if you want to avoid MSG, then the chargrilled chicken sandwich is neither fried or have any MSG in it.

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1. why is it so hard for people to understand matters of degrees. I am suggesting that MOST but not ALL of the menu is nuggets. have a few sandwhiches on a menu with 1000 mugget options doesnt make my position incorrect. That said I actually am not for sure but let me try and ask again. isnt most of the menu nuggets? yes or no please.

2. American Idol, I dont know what station its on, I watched it once and didnt like it. It might not be on anymore. On that implied note I did try Mr. Nuggets food and like I said, its the same as any other nugget.

SEANMCAD

No, Chick-fil-A's Menu is not mostly nuggets, it's the chicken sandwich, hence their motto, "We didn't invent the chicken, just the chicken sandwich." They sell 7 different chicken sandwiches, nuggets in 8-12 piece (kids have 4-6 piece meals) (from the breast, not processed like McDonald's) and chicken strips (again from the breast) in 3 or 4 piece with smaller amounts for kids. Wraps, salads and breakfast biscuits are also sold. Doesn't look like a nugget store to me, or anyone else.

fair enough I stand corrected. for some reason I had the impression is was vastly just nuggets and when I was in the store the one time it seemed that was the case to as I recall but I stand corrected.

Damn son. Made to look foolish twice in one thread. You might want to bow out now.

Mayors have closer ties to their constituents, I support any mayor that wants to speak on behalf of their city.

Chick fil a......too expensive for me....there are 2 in the city where I live (Texas)....I've been only a couple times.... Company's personal beliefs are their own...As long as there is no discrimination, they can say that...They don't discriminate at the one's in my city.

Somehow I can find no interest in the political posturing of a Boston mayor....

Chick fil a......too expensive for me....there are 2 in the city where I live (Texas)....I've been only a couple times.... Company's personal beliefs are their own...As long as there is no discrimination, they can say that...They don't discriminate at the one's in my city.

ExtremeGamer93

http://www.beliefnet.com/News/2002/10/Muslim-Sues-Chick-Fil-A-For-Discrimination.aspx

Well...er..umm... d'oh.

What about Denny's?

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Chick fil a......too expensive for me....there are 2 in the city where I live (Texas)....I've been only a couple times.... Company's personal beliefs are their own...As long as there is no discrimination, they can say that...They don't discriminate at the one's in my city.

JustPlainLucas

http://www.beliefnet.com/News/2002/10/Muslim-Sues-Chick-Fil-A-For-Discrimination.aspx

Well...er..umm... d'oh.

Eh.....whether they discriminate or not I can't say. But someone bringing a lawsuit is only side to the story and not what I'd say counts as evidence...hasn't even been to trial yet.

LJS9502_basic

What about Denny's?

sonicare

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Eh.....whether they discriminate or not I can't say. But someone bringing a lawsuit is only side to the story and not what I'd say counts as evidence...hasn't even been to trial yet.

JustPlainLucas

Boston Mayor Backtracks on Chick-Fil-A and not being welcomed in Boston.

But yesterday, Menino, under fire from civil rights advocates for his avowed suppression of free speech, backtracked, saying, I cant do that. That would be interference to his rights to go there. He whined, Yes, people have criticized me, I understand that. But I have feelings ... I have my First Amendment rights also. Im expressing them. I make mistakes all the time. Thats a Menino-ism.

Its one thing to express yourself, Mr. Mayor; its another to shut down those who disagree with you. To paraphrase Johnny Paycheck, take those feelings and shove them.Linked Article

I have a feeling other mayors will have to make similar retractions since they have come out with similar statements.

I don't think Chick-fil-a gives a crap what the Mayor of Boston thinks. They have two stores in Mass. and neither is even close to Boston proper.

Alot of people are now going to the very store that some of the people don't like now due to all the attention. Gay people are dumb, they want to go kiss in a store making themselves look stupid. They also got the south wanting to support this food chain now. Good job gays you flamed but are putting this company on the map with christians everyplace. They very people you should be trying to win over you just turned off with this stupid stunt. Seems like the gay plan is to make a ass (lol) of the protesters to draw attention to themselves. People look and say hey look at the gays acting stupid again LOL and go about their biz.

Sure they got their 5mins of fame but did nothing here but prove to the christians that the immoral homo's have no shame.

Alot of people are now going to the very store that some of the people don't like now due to all the attention. Gay people are dumb, they want to go kiss in a store making themselves look stupid. They also got the south wanting to support this food chain now. Good job gays you flamed but are putting this company on the map with christians everyplace. They very people you should be trying to win over you just turned off with this stupid stunt. Seems like the gay plan is to make a ass (lol) of the protesters to draw attention to themselves. People look and say hey look at the gays acting stupid again LOL and go about their biz.

Sure they got their 5mins of fame but did nothing here but prove to the christians that the immoral homo's have no shame.

noscope-ak47

Alot of people are now going to the very store that some of the people don't like now due to all the attention. Gay people are dumb, they want to go kiss in a store making themselves look stupid. They also got the south wanting to support this food chain now. Good job gays you flamed but are putting this company on the map with christians everyplace. They very people you should be trying to win over you just turned off with this stupid stunt. Seems like the gay plan is to make a ass (lol) of the protesters to draw attention to themselves. People look and say hey look at the gays acting stupid again LOL and go about their biz.

Sure they got their 5mins of fame but did nothing here but prove to the christians that the immoral homo's have no shame.

noscope-ak47

Why do you feel the need to state your disappointment once more? Did you manage to build up hope for us and our cause sometime between our convo a couple days ago till now? Memory issues perhaps?

Or here is a more plausible story: you're an african american and plenty of times you've expressed how you dont like the gay rights movement being compared to the civil rights movement, of which the black community was a big part of. Based on that, its safe to assume that you're pissed off at gays in general. But because you dont want to be overtly homophobic, you pose as a possible ally to gays, but allas! those gays just lose your support with their stupid stunts, eh? And of course the standards for which gay people have to aim are based on how the black people fought for their rights back in the day. Sounds to me your identity (full to the brim with a persecution complex) just screams for attention, because your ethnic background just cant be diminished by the fight for equality of the homosexuals. A diminishing that exists only in your head.

lol, just lol

"Guilty as charged," Cathy said. "We are very much supportive of the familythe biblical definition of the family unit.

U support polygamy, necrophilia and selling women as wives.

Sick.

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Alot of people are now going to the very store that some of the people don't like now due to all the attention. Gay people are dumb, they want to go kiss in a store making themselves look stupid. They also got the south wanting to support this food chain now. Good job gays you flamed but are putting this company on the map with christians everyplace. They very people you should be trying to win over you just turned off with this stupid stunt. Seems like the gay plan is to make a ass (lol) of the protesters to draw attention to themselves. People look and say hey look at the gays acting stupid again LOL and go about their biz.

Sure they got their 5mins of fame but did nothing here but prove to the christians that the immoral homo's have no shame.

Teenaged

Why do you feel the need to state your disappointment once more? Did you manage to build up hope for us and our cause sometime between our convo a couple days ago till now? Memory issues perhaps?

Or here is a more plausible story: you're an african american and plenty of times you've expressed how you dont like the gay rights movement being compared to the civil rights movement, of which the black community was a big part of. Based on that, its safe to assume that you're pissed off at gays in general. But because you dont want to be overtly homophobic, you pose as a possible ally to gays, but allas! those gays just lose your support with their stupid stunts, eh? And of course the standards for which gay people have to aim are based on how the black people fought for their rights back in the day. Sounds to me your identity (full to the brim with a persecution complex) just screams for attention, because your ethnic background just cant be diminished by the fight for equality of the homosexuals. A diminishing that exists only in your head.

lol, just lol

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Alot of people are now going to the very store that some of the people don't like now due to all the attention. Gay people are dumb, they want to go kiss in a store making themselves look stupid. They also got the south wanting to support this food chain now. Good job gays you flamed but are putting this company on the map with christians everyplace. They very people you should be trying to win over you just turned off with this stupid stunt. Seems like the gay plan is to make a ass (lol) of the protesters to draw attention to themselves. People look and say hey look at the gays acting stupid again LOL and go about their biz.

Sure they got their 5mins of fame but did nothing here but prove to the christians that the immoral homo's have no shame.

noscope-ak47

Why do you feel the need to state your disappointment once more? Did you manage to build up hope for us and our cause sometime between our convo a couple days ago till now? Memory issues perhaps?

Or here is a more plausible story: you're an african american and plenty of times you've expressed how you dont like the gay rights movement being compared to the civil rights movement, of which the black community was a big part of. Based on that, its safe to assume that you're pissed off at gays in general. But because you dont want to be overtly homophobic, you pose as a possible ally to gays, but allas! those gays just lose your support with their stupid stunts, eh? And of course the standards for which gay people have to aim are based on how the black people fought for their rights back in the day. Sounds to me your identity (full to the brim with a persecution complex) just screams for attention, because your ethnic background just cant be diminished by the fight for equality of the homosexuals. A diminishing that exists only in your head.

lol, just lol

Like I told you last time its very convenient for you to assume that I treat everyone who disagrees with me the same way. The problem is, you're just not one of the people who deserve my respect. My advice to you is to simply deal with it in stead of making your persecution complex even more obvious.

The bottomline is that the truthfulness of your good intentions just doesnt show.

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Alot of people are now going to the very store that some of the people don't like now due to all the attention. Gay people are dumb, they want to go kiss in a store making themselves look stupid. They also got the south wanting to support this food chain now. Good job gays you flamed but are putting this company on the map with christians everyplace. They very people you should be trying to win over you just turned off with this stupid stunt. Seems like the gay plan is to make a ass (lol) of the protesters to draw attention to themselves. People look and say hey look at the gays acting stupid again LOL and go about their biz.

Sure they got their 5mins of fame but did nothing here but prove to the christians that the immoral homo's have no shame.

mattbbpl

Any decent kid will answer no and look at gays in a negative light. They will then bring out the bible and pray and that young person will now be conditioned to stay away from the evil gay people. As for the biased people the gays just gave them a place to spend their money to support their views. This is a perfect example of gays shooting themselves in the foot with their good intentions.

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Alot of people are now going to the very store that some of the people don't like now due to all the attention. Gay people are dumb, they want to go kiss in a store making themselves look stupid. They also got the south wanting to support this food chain now. Good job gays you flamed but are putting this company on the map with christians everyplace. They very people you should be trying to win over you just turned off with this stupid stunt. Seems like the gay plan is to make a ass (lol) of the protesters to draw attention to themselves. People look and say hey look at the gays acting stupid again LOL and go about their biz.

Sure they got their 5mins of fame but did nothing here but prove to the christians that the immoral homo's have no shame.

noscope-ak47

Any decent kid will answer no and look at gays in a negative light. They will then bring out the bible and pray and that young person will now be conditioned to stay away from the evil gay people. As for the biased people the gays just gave them a place to spend their money to support their views. This is a perfect example of gays shooting themselves in the foot with their good intentions.

Any decent kid will do that? Yeah if their parents are idiots and/or if their environment is such to harbor such reactions. People kiss in public every day. I dont see how something like that even in a coordinated fashion suddenly becomes deplorable.

Good intentions? I'm pretty sure its been established you dont even know what the intentions are. The public kissing day was to actually cause a stir. Did you not... realise that?

Your "logic" so far is pretty funny. Keep posting, by all means.

Sucks for Boston. Chic-Fil-A is amazing.sammyjenkis898