Will I watch Duck Dynasty anymore? That's a tough question. I liked the show and believe me, it doesn't surprise me that Phil Robertson made a racist homophobic rant. He didn't strike me as the kind of Christian who actually followed Jesus' teachings to the letter to love they neighbor as thyself. That means regardless of whether or not they're LGBT. I'm all for freedom of speech but I think hatred is the wrong message to send when you're a role model to so many people.
Duck Dynasty is a very popular show. My husband loves it and I have to admit, it is funny. But do I want to watch a show that has such a bigot as it's patriarch, who claims he is following the teachings of Christ and the Bible when in fact he's missing the point? I don't know, it's a tough one. I'm not going to tell my husband he can't watch it, that's not my place. But will I get up and leave the room in protest? I doubt it. I never expected the show to be made up of LGBT Allies, and Uncle Si has been known to make not quite but almost homophobic comments. It bothers me but everyone is allowed to have their own ideas in this country and share them.
It is however the network's right to suspend him. And if the Robertson family chooses not to go ahead with the show, then so be it. RIP Duck Dynasty. You were good while you lasted. A&E has an image to uphold, and I can't say I blame them. Oh Phil, why'd you have to open your big mouth?
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