Phil Robertson is a very intelligent man and an astute businessman. He knew the sh**storm his comments would cause.
He also knew the publicity that would be generated, and made a calculated gamble that the gain to himself, his family, and his BUSINESS would far outweigh the loss of the television show.
He has always stated he expected DD to last a maximum of 3-5 years before the families beliefs and outspokenness would end the run. They just finished airing season 3 and filming season 4. Right dead smack in the center of timeline he always gave the show.
This controversy will probably end the show, but it will also be a goldmine for Duck Commander.
I agree. This is phase 2 of the business plan. Good man, Phil.