Boycott Indiana? (1 Viewer)

[CBusAlex]

They're not denying service to anybody.

They are denying providing the pizza for a gay wedding.

If "providing the pizzas for a gay wedding" is not a service, what the hell do words even mean?

 

[timschochet]

Asa Hutchinson just vetoed the Arkansas bill.

He is no fool. Not a surprise he did a complete 180 after seeing the #### storm that the similar bill caused in Indiana.

Actually my original source for this was incorrect. Governor Hutchinson has not yet vetoed the bill, he held a press conference asking that it be "sent back for changes." Strange.

 

[The Football Freak]

I wonder if they would serve this same hypothetical pizza-loving gay couple a meal if they come in a year later for their anniversary? Are they SOL to celebrate with a deep-dish of love? Don't scoff. The pizza purveyors must stay vigilant, because Adam and Steve might be celebrating that protested marriage in their gay-married hearts. Can't support that stuff, ya know.

 

[timschochet]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

 

[squistion]

Asa Hutchinson just vetoed the Arkansas bill.

He is no fool. Not a surprise he did a complete 180 after seeing the #### storm that the similar bill caused in Indiana.

Actually my original source for this was incorrect. Governor Hutchinson has not yet vetoed the bill, he held a press conference asking that it be "sent back for changes." Strange.

Not that strange, makes it less embarrassing for the legislators who voted for it. And buys them time to figure some alternative out (if they can find one that pleases everyone).

Doesn't matter, it won't be enacted into law as originally written.

 

[Scoresman]

Not that strange, makes it less embarrassing for the legislators who voted for it. And buys them time to figure some alternative out (if they can find one that pleases everyone).

Doesn't matter, it won't be enacted into law as originally written.

If I were living in that state, I'd be pissed they weren't focusing on things that actually matter instead of spending time writing laws that screw people over.

 

[IC FBGCav]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

Once it gets to this point, that is what it deteriorates to. High and mighty Christian is wrong, high and mighty overboard gay supporters are wrong.

 

[NREC34]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I guess they know how the abortion clinics feel now.

 

[joffer]

Don't mess with Wal-mart in Arkansas

 

[McGarnicle]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.X X XNo, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

The only thing stupider than their policy is actually publicizing it. Might as well torch your own restaurant while you're at it. Morons.

 

[Psychopav]

They are denying providing the pizza for a gay wedding. If the same gay couple came into the restaurant and ordered pizzas to eat there, there is no issue.

What makes you say that? We are a Christian establishment, says O'Connor.

The O'Connor family prides themselves in owning a business that reflects their religious beliefs.

I'm a Christian and as dar as I can tell none of our denominations calls for starving out people you disagree with.

 

[Eminence]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.X X XNo, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

The only thing stupider than their policy is actually publicizing it. Might as well torch your own restaurant while you're at it. Morons.

That's so bogus. Can't people just respect out beliefs? We aren't giving death threats to gay bars.We just want you to leave us alone.

 

[rockaction]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

Yes, because the graphic depiction of fully anal gay penetration picture on the front page of Yelp! this morning wasn't indicative of any sort of unhinged and anti-social behavior. I'm skeptical they haven't received death threats.

Stuff like that is not protest; it's disgusting.

 

[Bucky86]

Would Memories Pizza deliver to an orgy?

 

[Bucky86]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

Yes, because the graphic depiction of fully anal gay penetration picture on the front page of Yelp! this morning wasn't indicative of any sort of unhinged and anti-social behavior. I'm skeptical they haven't received death threats.

Stuff like that is not protest; it's disgusting.

Was it male on male, or female on female with strap-ons, because the latter I could be into?

 

[squistion]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

From what I have read subsequently, none of these "death threats" were reported to the police. Doesn't mean they didn't happen and some idiot on twitter posted that people should join him in burning the place down.

Yes they are playing the victim card, although they only have themselves to blame for their victimhood, as this entire scenario was unnecessary. No gay couple tried to have them provide pizza for their wedding (and probably wouldn't) but for some reason they had to go out and make a public announcement of their future intent to deny service to gay couples. No one would be (or probably ever would be) talking about Memories Pizza outside of their small town if they had kept quiet.

 

[rockaction]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

Yes, because the graphic depiction of fully anal gay penetration picture on the front page of Yelp! this morning wasn't indicative of any sort of unhinged and anti-social behavior. I'm skeptical they haven't received death threats.

Stuff like that is not protest; it's disgusting.

Was it male on male, or female on female with strap-ons, because the latter I could be into?

Sadly, there were mixed nuts to go along with the crackers.

 

[rockaction]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

From what I have read subsequently, none of these "death threats" were reported to the police. Doesn't mean they didn't happen and some idiot on twitter posted that people should join him in burning the place down.

Yes they are playing the victim card, although they only have themselves to blame for their victimhood, as this entire scenario was unnecessary. No gay couple tried to have them provide pizza for their wedding (and probably wouldn't) but for some reason they had to go out and make a public announcement of their future intent to deny service to gay couples. No one would be (or probably ever would be) talking about Memories Pizza outside of their small town if they had kept quiet.

Because you SHOULD JUST SHUT UP OR GET DEATH THREATS.

Sounds like a solid policy that only a dupe in the tank could agree with.

 

[McGarnicle]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.X X XNo, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

The only thing stupider than their policy is actually publicizing it. Might as well torch your own restaurant while you're at it. Morons.

That's so bogus. Can't people just respect out beliefs? We aren't giving death threats to gay bars.We just want you to leave us alone.

No, your views are antiquated, ignorant and bigoted and unworthy of my respect or anyone else's. HTH

 

[Eminence]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.X X XNo, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

The only thing stupider than their policy is actually publicizing it. Might as well torch your own restaurant while you're at it. Morons.

That's so bogus. Can't people just respect out beliefs? We aren't giving death threats to gay bars.We just want you to leave us alone.

No, your views are antiquated, ignorant and bigoted and unworthy of my respect or anyone else's. HTH

Your views are repulsive. I don't support them and I shouldn't be forced to believe in them.

Nor am I asking you to change your views. Just to respect mine.

 

[tonydead]

They are denying providing the pizza for a gay wedding. If the same gay couple came into the restaurant and ordered pizzas to eat there, there is no issue.

What makes you say that? We are a Christian establishment, says O'Connor.

The O'Connor family prides themselves in owning a business that reflects their religious beliefs.

I'm a Christian and as dar as I can tell none of our denominations calls for starving out people you disagree with.

Yeah, I read the whole article this time. If you owned a restaurant and catering business why would you want to serve gay people in the restaurant but not cater a gay function?

 

[squistion]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.X X XNo, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

The only thing stupider than their policy is actually publicizing it. Might as well torch your own restaurant while you're at it. Morons.

That's so bogus. Can't people just respect out beliefs? We aren't giving death threats to gay bars.We just want you to leave us alone.

Real simple if you want to be left alone. If you operate a licensed business that is supposed to be open to the general public, then don't discriminate against a class of people based on your religion and no one will bother you.

And I am not sure what death threats to gay bars have to do with this. Have they discriminated against you by denying service or entry to their premises?

 

[bigbottom]

We aren't giving death threats to gay bars.

Yeah, I'm sure gay bars in rural America would never face that kind of hostility. And gay high schoolers are beating up all the jocks now. It's crazy insane!

 

[jonessed]

Burn their building down?

Some of you guys are just psychotic

 

[squistion]

We aren't giving death threats to gay bars.

Yeah, I'm sure gay bars in rural America would never face that kind of hostility.

Or even in places like Seattle:

http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/11-gay-bars-get-letters-threatening-ricin-attacks/

11 gay bars get letters threatening ricin attacks

Eleven gay bars in Seattle were sent letters Tuesday threatening ricin attacks in what some are describing as a hate crime. The Seattle Police Department said it takes the threat seriously. The department has seized the letters and is processing them, and is coordinating efforts with the FBI and other federal agencies.

 

[IvanKaramazov]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

Everybody who writes op-eds or has a popular blog gets death threats on a regular basis. It doesn't matter what side of the political spectrum you're on.

Occasionally somebody will play the "OMG death threats!" card in an effort to portray "the other side" as a bunch of violent kooks, but sad truth is that there are a fringe of mentally unhinged wackos out there and it's impossible not to attract their attention if you're in the public eye.

 

[squistion]

Burn their building down?

Some of you guys are just psychotic

The right wing doesn't have a monopoly on the crazies in this country. There are nut cases on both sides of the aisle.

 

[NREC34]

Burn their building down?

Some of you guys are just psychotic

The right wing doesn't have a monopoly on the crazies in this country. There are nut cases on both sides of the aisle.

Difference is they don't have the keys to the car on the left.

 

[jonessed]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

From what I have read subsequently, none of these "death threats" were reported to the police. Doesn't mean they didn't happen and some idiot on twitter posted that people should join him in burning the place down.Yes they are playing the victim card, although they only have themselves to blame for their victimhood, as this entire scenario was unnecessary. No gay couple tried to have them provide pizza for their wedding (and probably wouldn't) but for some reason they had to go out and make a public announcement of their future intent to deny service to gay couples. No one would be (or probably ever would be) talking about Memories Pizza outside of their small town if they had kept quiet.

It wasn't an announcement. They were answering a reporter's question during an interview.

Why would they have themselves to blame for death threats?

 

[squistion]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

From what I have read subsequently, none of these "death threats" were reported to the police. Doesn't mean they didn't happen and some idiot on twitter posted that people should join him in burning the place down.Yes they are playing the victim card, although they only have themselves to blame for their victimhood, as this entire scenario was unnecessary. No gay couple tried to have them provide pizza for their wedding (and probably wouldn't) but for some reason they had to go out and make a public announcement of their future intent to deny service to gay couples. No one would be (or probably ever would be) talking about Memories Pizza outside of their small town if they had kept quiet.

They only have themselves to blame for death threats? Can you unpack that?

It also wasn't an announcement. They answered a reporter's direct question.

As Ivan K pointed out "Everybody who writes op-eds or has a popular blog gets death threats on a regular basis. It doesn't matter what side of the political spectrum you're on."

This type of response can be expected when you go public with just about any controversial opinion. To not expect a similar reaction by publically announcing you will be discriminating against a class of people is rather naïve. This is what happens to just about anybody who injects themselves into a hot button issue like this.

 

[the moops]

deserve to die? of course not.

deserve the threat of death? perhaps

 

[jonessed]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

From what I have read subsequently, none of these "death threats" were reported to the police. Doesn't mean they didn't happen and some idiot on twitter posted that people should join him in burning the place down.Yes they are playing the victim card, although they only have themselves to blame for their victimhood, as this entire scenario was unnecessary. No gay couple tried to have them provide pizza for their wedding (and probably wouldn't) but for some reason they had to go out and make a public announcement of their future intent to deny service to gay couples. No one would be (or probably ever would be) talking about Memories Pizza outside of their small town if they had kept quiet.

They only have themselves to blame for death threats? Can you unpack that?It also wasn't an announcement. They answered a reporter's direct question.

As Ivan K pointed out "Everybody who writes op-eds or has a popular blog gets death threats on a regular basis. It doesn't matter what side of the political spectrum you're on."This type of response can be expected when you go public with just about any controversial opinion. To not expect a similar reaction by publically announcing you will be discriminating against a class of people is rather naïve. This is what happens to just about anybody who injects themselves into a hot button issue like this.

I see. Do you have anything to back that up? What percentage of people that make controversial statements receive death threats?

 

[chauncey]

I am no bible expert but didn't it say somewhere to love thy neighbor? There are lots of contradictions in the interpretations of the bible and organized religion but I'm pretty sure in my limited reading it clearly stated that the most important thing, above all the other teachings, was to love one another. It would seem that serving food/flowers/photos/whatever to someone who is a sinner (in your eyes) would be a demonstration of love, not a compromise of your religious values.

 

[John Bender]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

From what I have read subsequently, none of these "death threats" were reported to the police. Doesn't mean they didn't happen and some idiot on twitter posted that people should join him in burning the place down.Yes they are playing the victim card, although they only have themselves to blame for their victimhood, as this entire scenario was unnecessary. No gay couple tried to have them provide pizza for their wedding (and probably wouldn't) but for some reason they had to go out and make a public announcement of their future intent to deny service to gay couples. No one would be (or probably ever would be) talking about Memories Pizza outside of their small town if they had kept quiet.

They only have themselves to blame for death threats? Can you unpack that?It also wasn't an announcement. They answered a reporter's direct question.

As Ivan K pointed out "Everybody who writes op-eds or has a popular blog gets death threats on a regular basis. It doesn't matter what side of the political spectrum you're on."This type of response can be expected when you go public with just about any controversial opinion. To not expect a similar reaction by publically announcing you will be discriminating against a class of people is rather naïve. This is what happens to just about anybody who injects themselves into a hot button issue like this.

I see. Do you have anything to back that up? What percentage of people that make controversial statements receive death threats?

He said everyone. So 100%

 

[John Bender]

I am no bible expert but didn't it say somewhere to love thy neighbor? There are lots of contradictions in the interpretations of the bible and organized religion but I'm pretty sure in my limited reading it clearly stated that the most important thing, above all the other teachings, was to love one another. It would seem that serving food/flowers/photos/whatever to someone who is a sinner (in your eyes) would be a demonstration of love, not a compromise of your religious values.

Seriously, I don't get this. Why it's a big deal to make a pizza for someone with different values is insane.

 

[squistion]

State your position in a peaceful manner and you deserve death threats in response. Wow. Talk about bigoted.

No, they didn't deserve death threats, and those who made these reprehensible threats should be prosecuted. But they should not also have not been surprised at the response (as should anyone who has paid attention to the news in the last decade).

 

[IvanKaramazov]

He's only written about once that I know of, but Paul Krugman has mentioned that he used to be very reluctant to publicize his comings and goings because of death threats. He's obviously gotten over it since he now seems to post about every concert he's planning to attend.

On the other side of the aisle, Megan McArdle apparently gets these all the time and says you just get used to it.

These are two comparatively high-end bloggers who are bright and insightful even if you don't agree with them. Not nuts.

 

[squistion]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

From what I have read subsequently, none of these "death threats" were reported to the police. Doesn't mean they didn't happen and some idiot on twitter posted that people should join him in burning the place down.Yes they are playing the victim card, although they only have themselves to blame for their victimhood, as this entire scenario was unnecessary. No gay couple tried to have them provide pizza for their wedding (and probably wouldn't) but for some reason they had to go out and make a public announcement of their future intent to deny service to gay couples. No one would be (or probably ever would be) talking about Memories Pizza outside of their small town if they had kept quiet.

They only have themselves to blame for death threats? Can you unpack that?It also wasn't an announcement. They answered a reporter's direct question.

As Ivan K pointed out "Everybody who writes op-eds or has a popular blog gets death threats on a regular basis. It doesn't matter what side of the political spectrum you're on."This type of response can be expected when you go public with just about any controversial opinion. To not expect a similar reaction by publically announcing you will be discriminating against a class of people is rather naïve. This is what happens to just about anybody who injects themselves into a hot button issue like this.

I see. Do you have anything to back that up? What percentage of people that make controversial statements receive death threats?

He said everyone. So 100%

No, I didn't. Please reread the above where I stated "This is what happens to just about anybody" - never said everyone or 100%. Ivan said "Everybody" and I quoted him, and I thought I qualified that sufficiently later, but apparently not.

 

[McGarnicle]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.X X XNo, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

The only thing stupider than their policy is actually publicizing it. Might as well torch your own restaurant while you're at it. Morons.

That's so bogus. Can't people just respect out beliefs? We aren't giving death threats to gay bars.We just want you to leave us alone.

No, your views are antiquated, ignorant and bigoted and unworthy of my respect or anyone else's. HTH

Your views are repulsive. I don't support them and I shouldn't be forced to believe in them.

Nor am I asking you to change your views. Just to respect mine.

My view is that gays don't deserve discrimination or denied services because they are gay. If you find that repulsive, well, good luck with that.

 

[jonessed]

I am no bible expert but didn't it say somewhere to love thy neighbor? There are lots of contradictions in the interpretations of the bible and organized religion but I'm pretty sure in my limited reading it clearly stated that the most important thing, above all the other teachings, was to love one another. It would seem that serving food/flowers/photos/whatever to someone who is a sinner (in your eyes) would be a demonstration of love, not a compromise of your religious values.

Seriously, I don't get this. Why it's a big deal to make a pizza for someone with different values is insane.

The question was specifically about serving pizza at a gay wedding. What's the likelihood they would ever actually serve pizza at a gay wedding? Nil. This whole thing is silly. It's a non-story that the blogosphere blew up.

 

[Bucky86]

Maybe if they prayed a little more for the gays, they could change them. I don't think taking away their pizzas is going to do all that much.

 

[Widbil83]

State your position in a peaceful manner and you deserve death threats in response. Wow. Talk about bigoted.

New age Liberal activism fever, catch it.

 

[avoiding injuries]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

From what I have read subsequently, none of these "death threats" were reported to the police. Doesn't mean they didn't happen and some idiot on twitter posted that people should join him in burning the place down.Yes they are playing the victim card, although they only have themselves to blame for their victimhood, as this entire scenario was unnecessary. No gay couple tried to have them provide pizza for their wedding (and probably wouldn't) but for some reason they had to go out and make a public announcement of their future intent to deny service to gay couples. No one would be (or probably ever would be) talking about Memories Pizza outside of their small town if they had kept quiet.

It wasn't an announcement. They were answering a reporter's question during an interview.Why would they have themselves to blame for death threats?

This is exactly right. A reporter walks into their restaurant and asks them questions before this is even news. They answer the hypothetical questions and now they've lost their business, been subjected to nationwide ridicule and received threats. Yet somehow the people who scream for tolerance are ok with this. I agree with this guy and also think Alyssa Marino really screwed these people.

https://twitter.com/webmarc/status/583311586133168128

 

[John Bender]

Where does the Gay Mafia come down on this?

Since it's a pizza place but also won't serve gays they have to be in a tough spot here.

 

[John Bender]

Dana Loesch ‏@DLoesch ·

Just got off the phone with #MemoriesPizza; theyre considering never opening again. Receiving a lot of death threats.

X X X

No, the above is never acceptable and should not be tolerated, and if anyone making such threats can be identified, they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

I don't want to sound too skeptical here, but every time somebody expresses an unpopular opinion these days, they immediately shout that they have received death threats and attempt to paint themselves as victims. This is regardless of what political side they are on. Just an observation.

From what I have read subsequently, none of these "death threats" were reported to the police. Doesn't mean they didn't happen and some idiot on twitter posted that people should join him in burning the place down.Yes they are playing the victim card, although they only have themselves to blame for their victimhood, as this entire scenario was unnecessary. No gay couple tried to have them provide pizza for their wedding (and probably wouldn't) but for some reason they had to go out and make a public announcement of their future intent to deny service to gay couples. No one would be (or probably ever would be) talking about Memories Pizza outside of their small town if they had kept quiet.

They only have themselves to blame for death threats? Can you unpack that?It also wasn't an announcement. They answered a reporter's direct question.

As Ivan K pointed out "Everybody who writes op-eds or has a popular blog gets death threats on a regular basis. It doesn't matter what side of the political spectrum you're on."This type of response can be expected when you go public with just about any controversial opinion. To not expect a similar reaction by publically announcing you will be discriminating against a class of people is rather naïve. This is what happens to just about anybody who injects themselves into a hot button issue like this.

I see. Do you have anything to back that up? What percentage of people that make controversial statements receive death threats?

He said everyone. So 100%

No, I didn't. Please reread the above where I stated "This is what happens to just about anybody" - never said everyone or 100%. Ivan said "Everybody" and I quoted him, and I thought I qualified that sufficiently later, but apparently not.

Wasn't trying to argue. I just love watching the crazy in threads like this.

 

[Bucky86]

Are there special stickers for businesses to put on their windows that won't serve gay people? Like the ones that appeared in Austin a few weeks ago?

 

[tonydead]

I am no bible expert but didn't it say somewhere to love thy neighbor? There are lots of contradictions in the interpretations of the bible and organized religion but I'm pretty sure in my limited reading it clearly stated that the most important thing, above all the other teachings, was to love one another. It would seem that serving food/flowers/photos/whatever to someone who is a sinner (in your eyes) would be a demonstration of love, not a compromise of your religious values.

Seriously, I don't get this. Why it's a big deal to make a pizza for someone with different values is insane.

The question was specifically about serving pizza at a gay wedding. What's the likelihood they would ever actually serve pizza at a gay wedding? Nil. This whole thing is silly. It's a non-story that the blogosphere blew up.

Based on the few good reviews that actually still exist they had a pretty good beef sandwich. It used to be a restaurant, and if they catered, they certainly had a full menu to choose from.

 

[the moops]

WTF kind of pizza place serves pizza at a wedding? I mean, the wedding isn't taking place in their restaurant. So are they physically delivering these pizzas to straight weddings and serving slices? Paper plates?

 

[Bucky86]

WTF kind of pizza place serves pizza at a wedding? I mean, the wedding isn't taking place in their restaurant. So are they physically delivering these pizzas to straight weddings and serving slices? Paper plates?

I was at a wedding that brought pizzas at midnight.

 

[tonydead]

Ooof.