Gay Threats Target Christians
Over Same-sex Marriage Ban
From WorldNetDaily.com
Publisher’s Note…
Is
there any doubt in anyone’s mind that the mainstream media is firmly in the
grip of leftist liberals after this last election? There’s a brief promo for
the news on Pat Robertson’s 700 Club Program that essentially says, “The really
important stories are the ones that the mainstream media refuses to tell
you.” The following report from
WorldNetDaily is a prime example…especially for Christians. Funny how we haven’t seen or heard anything
about this in any of
Decisions
by voters in Florida, Arizona and California to join residents of 27 other
states with constitutional protections for traditional marriage have prompted threats
of violence against Christians and their churches.
“Burn
their f---ing churches to the ground, and then tax the charred timbers,” wrote “World
O Jeff” on the JoeMyGod blogspot today within hours of California officials
declaring Proposition 8 had been approved by a margin of 52 percent to 48
percent. Confirmation on voter approval of amendments in Florida and Arizona
came earlier.
The amendments in all three states essentially limit marriage to one
man and one woman. In California, the measure states the only marriages “valid
and recognized” in the state are those between one 
man
and one woman.
Thirty
states now have adopted marriage amendments. However, in California, the
vitriol appeared especially high since the State Supreme Court in May created
same-sex marriage for homosexuals. Proposition 8 overruled the court decision,
readopting the marriage definition California voters adopted in 2000.
On
a blog website, “Tread” wrote, “I hope the No on 8 people have a long list and
long knives.”
Another
contributor to the JoeMyGod website said, “While financially I supported the
Vote No, and was vocal to everyone and anyone who would listen, I have never
considered being a violent radical extremist for our equal rights. But now
I think maybe I should consider becoming one. Perhaps that is the only thing
that will affect the change we so desperately need and deserve.”
Matt
Barber, Director of Cultural Affairs for Liberty Counsel, called the statements
“hate crimes” for their intent to create violence against someone based on
their beliefs.
“This is not just a matter of some
people blowing off steam because they’re not happy with a political outcome.
This is criminal activity,” he said. “The homosexual lobby is always calling
for ‘tolerance’ and ‘diversity’ and playing the role of victim. They claim to
deplore violence and ‘hate.’ Here we have homosexuals inciting, and directly
threatening, violence against Christians.”
On
the “Queerty” website, “Stenar” asked, “Can someone in CA please go burn down
the Mormon temples there, PLEASE. I mean seriously. DO IT.” “I’m going to give
them something to be f---ing scared of. … I’m a radical who is now on a mission
to make them all pay for what they’ve done,” wrote “Jonathan.”
Liberty
Counsel’s Barber said, “This is not free speech; these are ‘hate crimes’ under
the existing definition. Imagine if Christian websites were advocating such
violence against homosexuals. There’d be outrage, and rightfully so. It’d be
national front-page news. Federal authorities should immediately investigate
these threats and prosecute the perpetrators to the fullest extent of the law.”
On
yet another site, “Americablog,” “scottinsf” wrote, “Trust me. I’ve got a big
list of names of mormons and catholics that were big supporters of Prop 8. … As
far as mormons and catholics … I warn them to watch their backs.” “I hope they all rot in hell, those servants
of a lying, corrupt devil! BAN RELIGIOUS FUNDAMENTALISM,” wrote Angelo.
One
contributor went so far as to threaten to take out his frustrations on his own
family; “You want me to come back to Idaho for Christmas? Oh wait, my partner
and I can’t share the same bed? We can’t show any affection or any outward sign
of our love for each other? Well sorry family ... no Uncle Adam and all his
expensive gifts and delicious cooking for you. Your childrens’ presents will
now be donations in their name to the equal rights organization of my choosing.
As will their and your birthday presents, wedding presents, graduation
presents, and everything else I give going forward.”
The writer continued, “Remember, I’m
angry. And I’m strong from my years at the gym and really am ready to take my
frustration out on someone or something.”
Barber
said the Human Rights Campaign, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force and “other
leaders within the homosexual lobby” should call immediately for an end to such
threats.
There
were suggestions of a different type of violence, too. “Hope the gay waiters at
their hotel p---ed in all the drinks they served these cretins,” “Jake” wrote
about protectors of traditional marriage.
“If
you’re planning a heterosexual wedding in California … be prepared for
picketers. Designate someone to watch the parking lot … You’re going to have
lots of unexpected expenses. Add $500 to your budget for security. … Be
prepared for the flowers not lasting to the reception or the tuxedos showing up
two sizes too small or the music at the reception being way too loud or the
cake tasting a little funny,” stated another threat. “Be afraid. Be very
afraid. We are everywhere.”
Another
site even listed addresses of Mormon facilities. Mormon, Catholic and other
religious groups which were active in supporting the marriage definition. “I do not openly advocate firebombing or vandalism.
What you do with the information is your own choice,” wrote Jeremy.
