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LGBT Activists Urge Christmas Shoppers To Boycott Salvation Army Donations
CBS) | December 5, 2011 11:22 AM

Posted on 12/05/2011 12:28:01 PM PST by BenLurkin

Gay and lesbian activists have accused the Salvation Army of discrimination against homosexuals because of its affirmation of traditional marriage and other Biblical viewpoints.

Its statement of faith does affirm that “there is no scriptural support for same-sex unions as equal to, or as an alternative to, heterosexual marriage” — a position that has one LGBT activist urging people to skip giving to the Army altogether.

“We are urging a boycott of the Salvation Army because it uses its selective interpretation of the Bible to promote discrimination against LGBT people in employment benefits and leadership positions within the Army,” said Andy Thayer, co-founder of the Gay Liberation Network.

On its website, the Salvation Army offers its services to anyone “without regard to sexual orientation”.

“While the words are nice, their actions speak volumes,” said Bill Browning, editor-in-chief of the influential LGBT blog The Bilerico Project. “They blatantly ignore the position statement and deny LGBT people services unless they renounce their sexuality, end same-sex relationships.”

But with more shoppers still unsure about the economic recovery, such a boycott could have a devastating impact on donations that were already down as much as 10 percent after the official start on Thanksgiving Day.

“It’s a sad day in America when gay rights become more important than giving to the needy,” said Brad Dacus, president of Pacific Justice Institute.

“Here’s a better idea,” he added. “The next time you pass a Salvation Army bell-ringer, why not thank the volunteer and put a little extra in the kettle to make up for the LGBT grinches who will not be giving this year?”


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1 posted on 12/05/2011 12:28:05 PM PST by BenLurkin
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To: BenLurkin

I just sent in my annual Christmas contribution...think I’ll send in another and double it.


2 posted on 12/05/2011 12:29:52 PM PST by O6ret (for)
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To: BenLurkin

I’d say “Up yours, LGBT” but they’d enjoy it too much.


3 posted on 12/05/2011 12:29:59 PM PST by Jim Robinson (Rebellion is brewing!! Impeach the corrupt Marxist bastard!!)
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To: BenLurkin

Means more money to SA from me.


4 posted on 12/05/2011 12:30:19 PM PST by PBRSTREETGANG
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To: BenLurkin

Selfishness beyong description.

But it serves to show what the left really feels about poverty and charity.


5 posted on 12/05/2011 12:30:37 PM PST by A_Former_Democrat (There's nothing more hypocritical than a white liberal calling someone else a "bigot")
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To: BenLurkin

I always give the bell ringers money. Guess I’ll double down.


6 posted on 12/05/2011 12:30:39 PM PST by Scotsman will be Free (11C - Indirect fire, infantry - High angle hell - We will bring you, FIRE)
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To: BenLurkin
The next time you pass a Salvation Army bell-ringer, why not thank the volunteer and put a little extra in the kettle to make up for the LGBT grinches who will not be giving this year?

Sounds like an excellent idea.

7 posted on 12/05/2011 12:30:39 PM PST by kidd
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To: BenLurkin
it uses its selective interpretation of the Bible

Yes, absolute truth as opposed to situational 'truth'.

8 posted on 12/05/2011 12:31:28 PM PST by tbpiper
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To: BenLurkin

The next SA bucket I see is getting a donation.


9 posted on 12/05/2011 12:31:41 PM PST by bgill (The Obama administration is staging a coup. Wake up, America, before it's too late.)
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To: BenLurkin

Boycotting the Salvation Army Thrift Store? Where are Occupy protestors going to shop for clothing now?


10 posted on 12/05/2011 12:31:58 PM PST by Question Liberal Authority
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To: bgill

https://donate.salvationarmyusa.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=206

11 posted on 12/05/2011 12:33:54 PM PST by thackney (life is fragile, handle with prayer)
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To: BenLurkin
I love the Salvation Army....they're my favorite!

I rarely pass a bellringer without contributing something...

..and my husband brought home a request for a little girl the same age as our granddaughter....

..we enjoyed shopping for this little sweetie, whoever she is.

Hope the gay junk falls flat on its silly face.

12 posted on 12/05/2011 12:34:08 PM PST by Guenevere (....We press on.....)
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To: BenLurkin

I will double my donations for Salvation Army this year and will pass this on to all I can.


13 posted on 12/05/2011 12:35:35 PM PST by OPS4 (Ops4 God Bless America!Jesus is Lord!)
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To: bgill

ditto


14 posted on 12/05/2011 12:36:07 PM PST by BenLurkin (This is not a statement of fact. It is either opinion or satire; or both)
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To: BenLurkin

Stay strong Salvation Army, continue to stand with God’s word.


15 posted on 12/05/2011 12:37:45 PM PST by Java4Jay (The evils of government are directly proportional to the tolerance of the people.)
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To: BenLurkin

I support the Salvation Army by check several times a year, and donate to them rather than having a garage sale. Unlike Good Will, who over prices everything, they still pick up, too.


16 posted on 12/05/2011 12:39:33 PM PST by Paperdoll (on the cutting edge)
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To: BenLurkin

And I try to drop in a fiver every time I see a Salvation Army kettle.


17 posted on 12/05/2011 12:41:56 PM PST by Little Ray (FOR the best Conservative in the Primary; AGAINST Obama in the General.)
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To: BenLurkin

Their lives are an abomination. It says so in Leviticus.

Most of them are atheists, I suppose.


18 posted on 12/05/2011 12:41:56 PM PST by RexBeach
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To: BenLurkin

Im giving double to the SA. United Way can kiss my ass.


19 posted on 12/05/2011 12:42:13 PM PST by goseminoles
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To: Jim Robinson
I’d say “Up yours, LGBT” but they’d enjoy it too much.

Thatsa a good one, boss!

20 posted on 12/05/2011 12:42:18 PM PST by Servant of the Cross (the Truth will set you free)
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