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	<title>Comments on: Bank of America vs. the Boy Scouts</title>
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		<title>By: Nad</title>
		<link>http://www.duanemoody.com/2006/05/bank-of-america-vs-the-boy-scouts/#comment-2690</link>
		<dc:creator>Nad</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Aug 2006 07:15:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>&lt;a&gt;Bank of America&lt;/a&gt; is a real organization that focuses on conservative values so this is not surprising. THey are called Bank of America but they are really based in the South so you should not be surprised. You can find about all their policies at &lt;a&gt;Bank of America&lt;/a&gt; and the information on their will tell you what it is all about.
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		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a>Bank of America</a> is a real organization that focuses on conservative values so this is not surprising. THey are called Bank of America but they are really based in the South so you should not be surprised. You can find about all their policies at <a>Bank of America</a> and the information on their will tell you what it is all about.</p>
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		<title>By: duane</title>
		<link>http://www.duanemoody.com/2006/05/bank-of-america-vs-the-boy-scouts/#comment-2689</link>
		<dc:creator>duane</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jun 2006 16:28:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>&lt;blockquote&gt;When I say that being gay is a choice I do not mean that you literally said one day, "i think i'll be gay now." What I meant, is that after all the factors of influence (environment, upbringing, genetics, etc.), you conciously and/or subconciously give in to what you feel like you are supposed to do.&lt;/blockquote&gt;

That doesn't sound like much of a "choice" to me. A "choice" is like choosing whether you want chocolate or vanilla, whether you want to vote or not, whether to wear this shirt or that one... You have described a situation of choosing to be yourself (come out and be gay, because you just are), or deny that, and live in the closet. There is no choice as to whether you are actually gay or not, even you indicated that. And also, if you think that it is a valid argument that someone could choose whether or not to express their homosexuality (which isn't something they chose, it is just part of who they are), then, well, I say walk a mile in those shoes and see how far you get. It's a pretty tough road; I know, I have been there. Until you have... then I don't think you have much reference or say, honestly. People can't choose to be homosexual, and it is pretty fucking hard to "choose" to deny it, just look at the suicide rates amongst gay teens, is that something that you like?</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote><p>When I say that being gay is a choice I do not mean that you literally said one day, &#8220;i think i&#8217;ll be gay now.&#8221; What I meant, is that after all the factors of influence (environment, upbringing, genetics, etc.), you conciously and/or subconciously give in to what you feel like you are supposed to do.</p></blockquote>
<p>That doesn&#8217;t sound like much of a &#8220;choice&#8221; to me. A &#8220;choice&#8221; is like choosing whether you want chocolate or vanilla, whether you want to vote or not, whether to wear this shirt or that one&#8230; You have described a situation of choosing to be yourself (come out and be gay, because you just are), or deny that, and live in the closet. There is no choice as to whether you are actually gay or not, even you indicated that. And also, if you think that it is a valid argument that someone could choose whether or not to express their homosexuality (which isn&#8217;t something they chose, it is just part of who they are), then, well, I say walk a mile in those shoes and see how far you get. It&#8217;s a pretty tough road; I know, I have been there. Until you have&#8230; then I don&#8217;t think you have much reference or say, honestly. People can&#8217;t choose to be homosexual, and it is pretty fucking hard to &#8220;choose&#8221; to deny it, just look at the suicide rates amongst gay teens, is that something that you like?</p>
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		<title>By: rightwinger</title>
		<link>http://www.duanemoody.com/2006/05/bank-of-america-vs-the-boy-scouts/#comment-2688</link>
		<dc:creator>rightwinger</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2006 21:43:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>I don't deny that being heterosexual or bisexual is a choice. Most people don't ever think about that, but I absolutely think it is a choice. But just like being homosexual, the choice is influenced by many factors. When I say that being gay is a choice I do not mean that you literally said one day, "i think i'll be gay now." What I meant, is that after all the factors of influence (environment, upbringing, genetics, etc.), you conciously and/or subconciously give in to what you feel like you are supposed to do. I am not going to pretend to know alot about this subject, this is all just my opinion, which I still stand by. As far as the struggle homosexuals go through everyday in our society, I apologize for the stupid people who ridicule and torment you. I may not agree with your lifestyle, but I do not hate you for it, and I never have and never will express contempt for anyone who chooses that lifestyle. This has been fun and educational, but I am afraid this will be my last post. Oh and I'm sorry but the temptation you referred to has no appeal to me so I will not be giving in to it any time soon. Hasta la vista.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I don&#8217;t deny that being heterosexual or bisexual is a choice. Most people don&#8217;t ever think about that, but I absolutely think it is a choice. But just like being homosexual, the choice is influenced by many factors. When I say that being gay is a choice I do not mean that you literally said one day, &#8220;i think i&#8217;ll be gay now.&#8221; What I meant, is that after all the factors of influence (environment, upbringing, genetics, etc.), you conciously and/or subconciously give in to what you feel like you are supposed to do. I am not going to pretend to know alot about this subject, this is all just my opinion, which I still stand by. As far as the struggle homosexuals go through everyday in our society, I apologize for the stupid people who ridicule and torment you. I may not agree with your lifestyle, but I do not hate you for it, and I never have and never will express contempt for anyone who chooses that lifestyle. This has been fun and educational, but I am afraid this will be my last post. Oh and I&#8217;m sorry but the temptation you referred to has no appeal to me so I will not be giving in to it any time soon. Hasta la vista.</p>
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		<title>By: Rusty</title>
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		<dc:creator>Rusty</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2006 18:09:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>&lt;blockquote&gt;After a few cocks, you will be as gay as a box of birds!&lt;/blockquote&gt;

LOLZ!!!1!</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote><p>After a few cocks, you will be as gay as a box of birds!</p></blockquote>
<p>LOLZ!!!1!</p>
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		<title>By: duane</title>
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		<dc:creator>duane</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2006 17:52:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>That is a fine argument, right winger, and by your "opinion" and "judgement", then heterosexuality and bisexuality are also choices. Since you are so against homosexuality, it is a good thing that you chose to be heterosexual. I certainly hope that you don't give in to your temptation some day though, because, after all, it is like alcoholism, a few drinks and you are hooked. After a few cocks, you will be as gay as a box of birds!</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>That is a fine argument, right winger, and by your &#8220;opinion&#8221; and &#8220;judgement&#8221;, then heterosexuality and bisexuality are also choices. Since you are so against homosexuality, it is a good thing that you chose to be heterosexual. I certainly hope that you don&#8217;t give in to your temptation some day though, because, after all, it is like alcoholism, a few drinks and you are hooked. After a few cocks, you will be as gay as a box of birds!</p>
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		<title>By: rightwinger</title>
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		<dc:creator>rightwinger</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2006 15:42:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>If I never heard any arguments as to whether or not homosexuality is a choice or not, and I just called it a choice without any knowledge of the subject, then I would be ignorant. However, I have heard hundreds of opinions for both sides, and my opinion is that being gay is a choice. People are born with an inclination for alcoholism, but they make the choice to one. For obvious reasons, I am not an expert on the subject, but I am entitled to my opinion. And I want to reiterate that my "judgement"/opinion is about homosexuality, not homosexuals. I also think people shouldn't smoke, but I don't consider people who smoke bad people.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If I never heard any arguments as to whether or not homosexuality is a choice or not, and I just called it a choice without any knowledge of the subject, then I would be ignorant. However, I have heard hundreds of opinions for both sides, and my opinion is that being gay is a choice. People are born with an inclination for alcoholism, but they make the choice to one. For obvious reasons, I am not an expert on the subject, but I am entitled to my opinion. And I want to reiterate that my &#8220;judgement&#8221;/opinion is about homosexuality, not homosexuals. I also think people shouldn&#8217;t smoke, but I don&#8217;t consider people who smoke bad people.</p>
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		<title>By: duane</title>
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		<dc:creator>duane</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2006 19:57:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>&lt;blockquote&gt;I think, DUE TO MY BELIEFS, that homosexuality is wrong (and not by default).&lt;/blockquote&gt;
By defining something as right or wrong, whether you want to admit it or not, you are placing judgement on it. But, Christians have done that for years, I don't think that identifying it as judgement is going to change anything. You are still judging me, and that is what I am calling out here.
&lt;blockquote&gt;And calling me a bigot for my beliefs is just as ignorant as what I have stated. I have no hatred or disdain for anyone who chooses that lifestyle; I just don't agree with that choice.&lt;/blockquote&gt;
Actually calling you a bigot is pretty accurate, considering that a bigot is someone that is intolerant of another group or person, because of who they are. By placing judgement (as established above), you are stating that intolerance, which, incidentally, doesn't require hatred. Also, it seems you are the ignorant one in this case; being gay is NOT A CHOICE. NOT now, NOT ever. To even suggest that it is, tells me that you don't understand it, and don't know enough about it to truly know the truth, which IS actually the definition of ignorance. It doesn't matter if you don't agree with something, but when you say it is wrong and call it "a choice", well, that is bigoted and ignorant.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote><p>I think, DUE TO MY BELIEFS, that homosexuality is wrong (and not by default).</p></blockquote>
<p>By defining something as right or wrong, whether you want to admit it or not, you are placing judgement on it. But, Christians have done that for years, I don&#8217;t think that identifying it as judgement is going to change anything. You are still judging me, and that is what I am calling out here.</p>
<blockquote><p>And calling me a bigot for my beliefs is just as ignorant as what I have stated. I have no hatred or disdain for anyone who chooses that lifestyle; I just don&#8217;t agree with that choice.</p></blockquote>
<p>Actually calling you a bigot is pretty accurate, considering that a bigot is someone that is intolerant of another group or person, because of who they are. By placing judgement (as established above), you are stating that intolerance, which, incidentally, doesn&#8217;t require hatred. Also, it seems you are the ignorant one in this case; being gay is NOT A CHOICE. NOT now, NOT ever. To even suggest that it is, tells me that you don&#8217;t understand it, and don&#8217;t know enough about it to truly know the truth, which IS actually the definition of ignorance. It doesn&#8217;t matter if you don&#8217;t agree with something, but when you say it is wrong and call it &#8220;a choice&#8221;, well, that is bigoted and ignorant.</p>
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		<title>By: rightwinger</title>
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		<dc:creator>rightwinger</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2006 17:34:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>and another thing, if you want to call me something, call me close minded. That doesn't bother me, because on this subject I am.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>and another thing, if you want to call me something, call me close minded. That doesn&#8217;t bother me, because on this subject I am.</p>
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		<title>By: rightwinger</title>
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		<dc:creator>rightwinger</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2006 17:32:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>No, like I said before, I don't think any individual is bad for being homosexual (I am not judging people). I think, DUE TO MY BELIEFS, that homosexuality is wrong (and not by default). And calling me a bigot for my beliefs is just as ignorant as what I have stated. I have no hatred or disdain for anyone who chooses that lifestyle; I just don't agree with that choice.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>No, like I said before, I don&#8217;t think any individual is bad for being homosexual (I am not judging people). I think, DUE TO MY BELIEFS, that homosexuality is wrong (and not by default). And calling me a bigot for my beliefs is just as ignorant as what I have stated. I have no hatred or disdain for anyone who chooses that lifestyle; I just don&#8217;t agree with that choice.</p>
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		<title>By: duane</title>
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		<dc:creator>duane</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2006 20:37:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>&lt;blockquote&gt;I never said I thought homosexuality is bad, just wrong. That is part of my beliefs.&lt;/blockquote&gt;
Well, that sounds like judgement from you, not belief you hold. You cannot tell me something is wrong if I don't believe it to be wrong (especially when it isn't). You may not believe it is "right", but that does not make it wrong by default. Also, it may be wrong FOR YOU (as in, not your cup of tea, or not something that YOU want to do), but that doesn't make it wrong in whole. This sort of thinking is bigotry, and is based in ignorance and hatred.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote><p>I never said I thought homosexuality is bad, just wrong. That is part of my beliefs.</p></blockquote>
<p>Well, that sounds like judgement from you, not belief you hold. You cannot tell me something is wrong if I don&#8217;t believe it to be wrong (especially when it isn&#8217;t). You may not believe it is &#8220;right&#8221;, but that does not make it wrong by default. Also, it may be wrong FOR YOU (as in, not your cup of tea, or not something that YOU want to do), but that doesn&#8217;t make it wrong in whole. This sort of thinking is bigotry, and is based in ignorance and hatred.</p>
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