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by Chandra2515 Posted Tue December 19, 2006 @ 5:56 PM
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How can an organization be homosexual? Last I knew, organizations didn't have sex.
Maybe consider re-writing your letter so that it makes a bit more sense.
A corporation has the right to donate to whatever charities it sees fit. And charities do help the GLBT community.
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by SueNY Posted Thu December 7, 2006 @ 3:15 PM
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Can people please take the 2 seconds to properly spell Christian and Christmas and the like? I find "Xtian" very offensive. Thank you. By the way, I am Catholic but I am in no way homophobic. I know what the church teachings are and the like, but I refuse to hate in the name of religion. That to me, is a true sin against God. What two consenting adults do in their bedroom is none of my business.
Arlene/Ann you need to keep your hate and ignorance to yourself. If you chose not to shop at Walmart anymore, trust me, they won't go our of business.
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Why do you ask? Are you looking for a place to take your money?
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by MrsMootz Posted Fri December 1, 2006 @ 3:17 PM
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Methinks the letter writer is referring to the following email that is making the rounds:
http://www.snopes.com/politics/sexuality/walmart.asp
At first I thought it was another one of those that are also going around about Target not supporting the military/supporting only gay organizations... but I was wrong.
Anyway, each company has a right to donate to whom they choose, just like each consumer has a right to decide to shop where they choose. It's a free market economy, baby.
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I'm not saying she didn't say this but I don't SEE where it is actually said that she is against Wal-Mart giving money to homosexual organizations. I would say that Wal-Mart giving to homosexual organizations impacts my shopping at their stores to. It makes me happy to shop their more. I'm not saying this person is saying that as well, I'm just saying I don't see where they are saying anything different.
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by Tina N Posted Wed November 29, 2006 @ 10:00 AM
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by DarkJedi Wed November 29, 2006 @ 6:38 PM
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You have the right to shop anywhere you want. YOu have the right to your own thoughts and but I don't think that Walmart has the need to publicly state where they spend their money. I am more concerned with the fact that you are willing to end your business relationship at walmart because of the Homosexual Organization being benefited.
If have never, will never spend a dime at walmart. YOu knwo WHY??? because of how they treat their employees, because of how they get their products, because they refuse to give people that work there any dignity.
That is why.
find a better way to spend your money that is for sure.
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by MommyG4 Posted Tue November 28, 2006 @ 7:29 PM
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And yes, it is your business if you perfer not to shop somewhere becuase they give $$$ to certain orgainizations you do not like. It is the same as giving someone sitting on the street with a bottle of alcohol next to them $5 for a meal and they spend it on another bottle of alcohol. If you don't like the way people spend them $$$ YOU GIVE THEM, don't give them $$$ anymore!
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by bullywug Posted Tue November 28, 2006 @ 2:22 PM
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This is a win/win situation. Human rights organizations get much needed funding to fight right wing oppression and Walmart looses wingnut customers like yourself. Please feel free to go shop at your local bible store.
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by Ken V Posted Mon November 27, 2006 @ 12:31 PM
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Wal-Mart did pay $25,000 this summer to become a member of the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce without issuing a press release about it and also donated $60,000 to Out and Equal, which promotes gay-rights advances in the workplace. In 2002, Wal-Mart established an on-line link with the web site for the Washington D.C. Center for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender People which has resulted in a whopping $4.17 for that group.
Many conservative Christians characterize Wal-Mart's attempt at diversity as "normalizing homosexuality" and feel Bentonville has betrayed Sam Walton's traditional family values
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by hawkguy Posted Sun November 26, 2006 @ 3:05 PM
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Any time I hear people espousing this nonsense, it reminds me of the West Wing episode where President Bartlett rails on the religious right radio show host. For the record, I am a registered Republican, and people like Arlene disgust me, but I thought that that information might lend a little creedence to my response. (By the way, I've done the research. The references are from Leviticus, especially Chapter 11.)
"My chief of staff, Leo McGarry, insists on working on the Sabbath. Exodus 35:2 clearly says he should be put to death. Am I morally obligated to kill him myself or is it okay to call the police?"
"Here's one that's really important cause we've got a lot of sports fans in this town: touching the skin of a dead pig makes one unclean. Leviticus 11:7 If they promise to wear gloves can the Washington Redskins still play football? Can Notre Dame? Can West Point?
"Does the whole town really have to be together to stone my brother, John, for planting different crops side by side? Can I burn my mother in a small family gathering for wearing garments made from two different threads?
"Think about those questions, would you?"
Final thought -- I refuse to listen to you voice your hate using the same weapon that preaches a kind, tolerant, and forgiving lifestyle. Times change, societies change, and technologies change, but my God will and always be a loving God.
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by Sleeperhold Posted Sat November 25, 2006 @ 5:52 PM
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Why are we jumping down her throat?
I mean, it's not the most articulate letter I've ever read, but still...
I think it's useful to know what organizations companies financially support-for people on both sides of issues. Maybe you'll donate because they support "Organization X", and maybe I'll avoid them because they don't financially support "Organization Y". It's nice to have all the information so each consumer can decide for themselves.
It seems to me like the people who give the most valuable lip service to being tolerant are actually the least tolerant of people with differing opinions. Please bear in mind, this is a consumer website, not a political one. All the original letter said was that she wanted to know if Wal * Mart donated to a specific cause. And why shouldn't she ask for that? If I asked "Do they donate to the Red Cross", no one would have said boo. But the responses turned this from a consumer oriented to a political discussion, and I really don't think that's the purpose of this website. I will conceed the OP did not help her cause with her follow up letters. But seriously, let's keep this on topic.
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by Sleeperhold Sun November 26, 2006 @ 2:31 PM
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by franese Posted Sat November 25, 2006 @ 5:48 PM
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If that's her belief, however misguided it may be, that's her right not to shop somewhere where part of their profits goes to something she doesn't believe in. I won't patronize any organizations where part of their profits go to anti-abortion groups.
However, Arlene, I do hope you're including in your boycott the Catholic church, certain evangelical groups, and the Republican party.
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by S W Posted Thu November 23, 2006 @ 9:00 AM
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So why don't you post your address. As a person who hates intolerance, your homophobia would impact where I buy a house.
You should be ashamed for posting this. It is absolutely none of your concern what organizations WalMart contributes to or why.
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by ke4fce1 Posted Wed November 22, 2006 @ 10:26 PM
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Oh boy last year you protested walmat for not wishing people merry Christmas so now they do that to satisfy the christens because most people are in the usa.
Well walmart also has to try to keep everyone happy.
what if they said merry Budda day what would you think?
So now its the gays this year.
But I bet you go to get the good deals.
Walmart is the best thing to happen to this country
their so called conpetition to them has
to try to stay above the water.
Sam Walton should have been president insted of the CLOWNS we elect to take our money.....
Scott
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Homosexual organization? Which one would that be? The Catholic Church? Oh no, wait, they are men of God, they can't be the homosexual organization you are speaking of.
If they are hiding it as you suggest, how did you find out? Aren't you part of the public?
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by Alley Posted Fri November 17, 2006 @ 6:16 PM
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a little homophobic are we? its not like they are donating a portion of your purchase to it. well.. not that i know of. I honestly don't know about this.. but for putting Walmart down for doing something GOOD??? thats... mean lol
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Geez...
by Anne Harris Fri November 24, 2006 @ 6:53 PM
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Anne...
by Jeffrey Tue November 21, 2006 @ 11:45 AM
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LIAR???
by Anne Harris Mon November 27, 2006 @ 1:16 AM
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Quit It
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by Jeffrey Mon November 27, 2006 @ 9:37 AM
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Beer Money!
by Anne Harris Fri November 24, 2006 @ 7:07 PM
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Insulted???
by Anne Harris Fri November 24, 2006 @ 7:33 PM
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How so???
by Anne Harris Fri November 24, 2006 @ 7:36 PM
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ROFL!
by Anne Harris Mon November 27, 2006 @ 1:07 AM
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Gay Kids!
by Anne Harris Fri November 24, 2006 @ 7:46 PM
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Talk about jumping to conclusions. READ the OP's letter. Read it again if necessary.
At no point does the OP say she disagrees with the donation, nor that she hates gays or anything of the sort. All she says is that it impacts her shopping (she doesn't say whether positively or negatively) and that she thinks they should have been more open and not given the impression of covering it up, which actually makes quite a lot of sense.
Yes, it's possible that the OP is homophobic, bigoted, heteful, etc... but we should give her the benfit of the doubt and not simply assume that's automatically the case.
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by nick l Posted Thu November 16, 2006 @ 10:17 PM
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"Is it true that Wal-Mart is giving money to a homosexual organization? This impacts my shopping at your stores."
Huh? Is this a complaint or a compliment? You didn't say how this impacts your shopping at Wal-Mart. I guess it's a complaint because of the frowny face.
I have lots of reasons for shopping at the stores I do, and whether or not they give money to homosexual organizations is number 5,936,328,974 on the list.
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by donno Posted Thu November 16, 2006 @ 6:29 PM
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but you don't care about the jobs and businesses that are lost due to its presence, the way it treats its employees and all the consumer $ that go to China. Alright, it sounds like you screwed your head on backwards this morning, perhaps.
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by `~`Leanne`~` Posted Wed November 15, 2006 @ 2:33 PM
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So what you might be saying is that it impacts your shopping but you do not clarify if that would be in a positive or negative way. However, judging by the tone of the letter, I take it you are not in approval.
I do hope they respond to you, however, I do not think that should impact you for where you shop as it seems to be very narrowminded on your part I'm sorry to say. It makes me sad that you would be so impacted by that especially if it is meant in a derogatory way.
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by Cass Posted Wed November 15, 2006 @ 9:43 AM
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Are they really giving money to a gay/lesbian organization? BRAVO WAL-MART!!!! I think I will head over tonight and do some shopping.
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by Mike Holly Posted Wed November 15, 2006 @ 1:19 AM
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If you don't like Wallyworld because they donate money to gay support groups, don't shop there. You have every right to complain just like I do. If I hated a company because they oppose the death penalty which I support, I would write a complaint letter to them but I would boycott them as well.
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by Tina . Posted Tue November 14, 2006 @ 10:48 PM
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Although I feel as though it was a stupid idea for Walmart to pubicly support a gay/lesbian organization (think of all the right-wingers like Arlene who won't be shopping at Walmart any longer.. not good for sales), I applaud Walmart for realizing that homosexuals are people.
And Arlene, try finding another store that doesn't hire homosexual or bisexual people. Where I work (Target) we have quite a few bi/homosexual people working (including myself). And the bi/homosexual people I work with are just as respectful and kind as the straight people I work with. But being a good person obviously means nothing to you. What matters to you is who I'm dating. There will always be homosexuals around. Get used to it.
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by Marty5223 Posted Tue November 14, 2006 @ 8:29 PM
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Lets Just hope one day You Have No Place to Shop You Hater!
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by MommyG4 Posted Tue November 14, 2006 @ 8:06 PM
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there really is no end. I had signed up to received the 1 million moms messages and was bombarded with e-mails about what I should boycott. While it is your right to do so, I decided long ago to
BOYCOTT BOYCOTTS.
I still don't like to shop at WalMart though.
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by mary jo Posted Tue November 14, 2006 @ 7:24 PM
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GOOD FOR WALMART!!!!!!!!
I havent shopped there much lately but that has mainly been because of other customers. Not the store or the employees. (Side note..I had a really good cashier the other day when I was shopping. My bread rang up for 10 dollars and she went to find the price herself and fixed it for me. She was laughing about it and we were making jokes and there was no problem!)
Anyway, this alone would entice me to spend more of my money at Walmart if it is true.
Oh...by the way, I have heard the same thing about Target as well.
Good for anyone who supports gay rights! Those are the businesses I would be more apt to support.
Your letter is disgusting and you should be ashamed.
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by vzjackl1 Posted Tue November 14, 2006 @ 7:02 PM
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Why do people feel like they HAVE to hate???? Why does it bother THEM who Wal-mart chooses to give money to? I am 100% homosexual, and it does not bother me that they ALSO give tons and tons of money to the GOP, or to pro-life organizations, or to any other organization that I may not agree with for that matter!!! Wal-Mart is in the business to MAKE money, and if that means spending some in areas where they think they can gain customers, there is nothing wrong with that!! Why should they not give money to help gain GLBT customers?? Due to the sad state this country is in, because MOSt states do not allow same sex marriage, or even civil partnerships, most gay people do not have families to support, and therefore have more expendable income (at least that is what they tell me, I live in Massachusetts and AM married, so no disposable income for me) and therefore, have more to spend at Wal-Mart. It was purly a business decision for them to make more money i am sure. Like one of the posters down-thread posted, there are many many many reasons that are much better why NOT to shop at Wal-mart than this one!!!
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by Alexandra Posted Tue November 14, 2006 @ 5:10 PM
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No matter where you shop or what you buy, some of your money is going to go to undesirables. The cashier may be committing adultery or fornication. China may get some of your money.
To the other posters: If someone doesn't want to shop at a place because of who they donate to, that's their right, they're only explaining WHY they're boycotting.
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by LadyBird Posted Tue November 14, 2006 @ 1:58 PM
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What about all the homosexuals who work at Wal-Mart (and elsewhere)? Guess you'll just have to stop shopping altogether. That sucks!
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by Michael Vermont Posted Tue November 14, 2006 @ 11:43 AM
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Wal-Mart has lost you as a customer? Well maybe you have enough pink flamingos, wooden fat ladies bent over to pick weeds on your front lawn or t-shirts that say "ma" on one and "pa" on the other.
After reading your letter Wal-Mart has gained me as a customer.
Out with the old in with the new.
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by Homie Erik Posted Tue November 14, 2006 @ 10:20 AM
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You know, I was wondering what was going to fill the outrage gap for the kooks this year with Wal-Mart deciding not to repeat the whole Merry Christmas debacle again. So I guess this it, falling back on that old chestnut - gay people are icky.
Personally, I can think of many, many reasons to not shop at Wal-Mart: they treat their workers unfairly, they bust up unions, they attract the lowest social class of circus geeks in the country as customers, their merchandise sucks, their stores smell like urine, the desire I get to punch children when I'm shopping there, etc., etc. But supporting homosexual organizations? That might be the first thing in a long time I've heard of Wal-Mart doing that I actually encourage.
Keep up the good work, Wal-Mart. If nothing else, at least it's nice to know that you're finding innovative new ways to get the rubes all riled up each year.
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Like you, I am a huge supporter/ally of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered (GLBT) community. (You referred to them as homosexual, and that is often a correct term.)
If this is true, then I'd love to know it, so like you, a fellow lover of gay folks, I'd make it a point to shop there now and then (as opposed to NEVER, which is my current policy) and show Sam's family my support of their contribution to a gay organization.
It's so very kind of you to show your support as well. I'm sure the gay member of your family (every family has one, even if it's a secret -- daughter, nephew, uncle, cousin...) will appreciate your showing them your love and support in this manner.
Good for you for checking with Walmart to make sure this story is true before giving them all your shopping dollars.
God bless you!
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by Peregrina Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 10:08 PM
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I'm bi and sometimes I wonder if I will live to see the day that letters and attitudes like this are shouted down as the ignorant, narrow-minded, bigoted piece of *cough* that they are. :)
Sorry for that, but my last reserve of calm in regards to attitudes like this one recently went up in smoke. Close encounter of the 'Phelps' kind, if you know what I mean.
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by emt_c Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 8:28 PM
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The only thing that impacts me from shopping at their stores is military payday.
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by Alissa S. Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 8:04 PM
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So all the other heinous things that Walmart does (using child labor to make its products, unfair and illegal labor practices, etc. etc.) aren't enough to make you stop shopping at Walmart, but Walmart supporting homosexuals is? That says way more about you than it does about Walmart.
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by CandyPickletoes Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 7:54 PM
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Finally something that Wally World has decided to do right. Wonders never cease! Chalk one up for Wally World.
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by MommyG4 Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 7:39 PM
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I try to stay away from Wal*mart no matter what. The customer service at most is enough reason for that.
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by JuliePie Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 4:16 PM
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Good for Wal-Mart. I am going to shop there more often, now.
And I love to go shopping with my sister-in-law...who just happens to be a lesbian.
One less ignorant redneck customer for Wal-Mart to deal with if you leave, trust me.
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by Nay Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 3:51 PM
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Why would it impact your shopping at their stores? Homosexuality isn't a crime ... and it definitely should not deter you from being a customer.
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by Gino Version 1.2 Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 3:37 PM
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Yes, Arlene it's true! Many retailers have been criticized for their stance on equality and non-hatred because they realize a)God dosen't make mistakes b) "Do unto others as you would have done to you" and "Love thy Neighbor as thyself" have no qualifiers.
Why are you afraid? How does hatred of any kind impact the public's decision to shop or not? Could it be Envy because Homosexuals, not being allowed to marry and raise children, have more money to spend than others do?
This is yesterday's "gossip". Have you read the news articles on Rev. Foley and his antics? Google that and you'll REALLY fall off your rocker.
Walmart gives to all kinds of good charities, not just this one, so why should the others get less just because of some people's fear and hatred? It's just sad what people promote in the name of "God" or "Good" or "Family Values". A society can only be judged on how it treats the weakest among them.
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by vc Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 1:56 PM
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Holy crap! This may turn my somewhat negative feelings about Wal-mart into a somewhat positive feelings. Good for them. If it means homophobes won't be there when I am, then I'm all for it. Now if only we can get rid of the mullets too.
(I'm only kidding about the mullets. I'm a reformed mullet wearer from the 80's.)
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by S. Brown Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 1:52 PM
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It's really none of your business who Walmart supports and if the rumor you describe bothers you so much then you should shop elsewhere. I honestly don't see what difference it makes to those that shop at Walmart - - you either want to spend money at their stores or not.
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by calm Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 1:34 PM
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Well, I'm gay.
That said, if you don't want to patronize Wal-Mart because of this, Arlene, or if you don't want to patronize Wal-Mart for things you can readily get elsewhere without going bankrupt, or whatever, go for it -- and definitely make them aware why you're taking your business elsewhere. Otherwise your statement will not be understood.
There are some companies to which I won't give my money because I find specific stances so distasteful. I remember -- gladly -- the push to divest from South African companies until the end of apartheid. And I don't cross picket lines. I don't refuse to shop in businesses because I think they support gay people, but I don't see that that's much different than some of the things I do do.
And I believe very strongly that people who have something to say should say it, whether or not I agree.
I will say, though, that I don't think that this has been hidden. The entire point is to make certain segments of the market aware of it. The fact that you only heard about it recently (I assume) just means that you're not looking in the places this has been announced.
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by MA Loper Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 12:56 PM
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Are you afraid that WalMart's alleged support of Gay/Lesbian/Transgendered causes might mean you would actually have to share a store with (GASP!) a gay person???
Oh the horror!
I mean, they might hit on you or try to ask you out on a date, or like, bump your cart in line. How would you deal with having to breathe the same air as them??? My God! You could turn gay just like them!!!!
I couldn't imagine a more hideous situation to have to endure.
FYI, WalMart gives to lots of different causes and they are totally within their rights to do so. If you are so foolish as to refuse to patronize a store because of a difference of philosophy like this, then I'd say you're going to quickly run out of places to shop!
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by franese Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 1:10 PM
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Love your response!!!
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by Starlight22203 Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 12:26 PM
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In August 2006, mega-retailer Wal-Mart announced a partnership with National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) which includes representation on that organization's corporate advisory council. By entering
into a partnership with the NGLCC, the company "is making a very sincere effort to reach out to people who are a significant part of our customer base," said Wal-Mart spokesman Bob McAdam.
However, this move on the part of Wal-Mart to increase its appeal to one segment of the buying public comes at the cost of offending another. Conservative groups are displeased with the retail giant's alliance with homosexual groups and have been vocal in their opposition to it. The e-mailed "action alert" quoted above, for instance, was sent by Donald E. Wildmon, Founder and Chairman of the American Family Association (AFA).
On the other side of the aisle, not all members of the gay community are ready to embrace Wal-Mart merely for its having partnered with the NGLCC. Jeremy Bishop, program director of Pride at Work, a constituency group within the AFL-CIO labor federation, said Wal-Mart should not expect the support of gay shoppers when it does not offer domestic partnership benefits for its gay workers. Wal-Mart spokesman Bob McAdam said the company is considering offering such benefits but made no mention of when that might come about.
Most of the claims made in the AFA's "action alert" stand up to scrutiny. The retailer will be giving $25,000 annually to the NGLCC, and it has agreed to sponsor two of that organization's conferences. As to the NGLCC being "a leading promoter of homosexual marriage," a number of its press releases do show the group as being vocal in its opposition to the Marriage Protection Act. However, the assertion that "Wal-Mart will give homosexual-owned businesses special treatment when making purchases" seems to be a misparsing of the retailer's newfound commitment to encourage gay-owned manufacturers to join the ranks of its suppliers.
The decision by Wal-Mart (along with dozens of other retailers) to donate 5% of sales initiated through the web site of the Washington DC Community Center for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender People web site prompted the following "action alert" from the American Family Association in November 2006:
AFA ActionAlert
November 9, 2006
Please help us get this information into the hands of as many people as possible by forwarding it to your entire email list of family and friends.
Wal-Mart Contributes 5% Of Online Sales To Homosexual Group
Sign the pledge not to shop at Wal-Mart or Sam's Club on the Friday and Saturday following Thanksgiving
Help recruit 1,000,000 families who will agree not to shop at Wal-Mart or Sam's Club (owned by Wal-Mart) on the Friday and Saturday following Thanksgiving.
Here's why:
In a show of support to help homosexuals legalize same-sex marriage, Wal-Mart has agreed to automatically donate 5% of online sales directly to the Washington DC Community Center for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender People. The cash donation will come from online purchases made at Wal-Mart through the homosexual group's Web site. This move follows Wal-Mart's joining the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce and agreeing to give generous financial help to that organization also.
Every purchase made online for books, music, videos, clothing and accessories, children's clothing and toys, and electronics at the site will automatically send 5% of the sales to the homosexual group. The agreement is an indication that Wal-Mart is totally committed to supporting the homosexual movement.
Wal-Mart also gave a generous cash donation to the Northwest Arkansas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Community Center, helping to provide a place where homosexuals can come together to "socialize."
Many observers feel it would have been a wise business decision for Wal-Mart to remain neutral in the cultural battle over homosexual marriage. But this was an ideological decision by Wal-Mart - not a business decision.
Take Action
1. Sign the petition to Wal-Mart letting them know you will be one of the 1,000,000 families who will not shop at Wal-Mart or Sam's Club on the Friday or Saturday following Thanksgiving.
2. VERY IMPORTANT! Millions of Americans are not aware of Wal-Mart's support for homosexual marriage. PLEASE FORWARD THIS TO ALL YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
3. Print out and distribute the Wal-Mart Pass Along Sheet.
http://www.afa.net/wmpassalong3.asp
For past Wal-Mart Action Alerts, plus answers to your questions (where to shop?), copy and past this link to your browser: http://www.afa.net/faq.asp
Copy and paste this link to your browser to Sign the Petition to Wal-Mart Now!
https://secure.afa.net/afa/activism/signpetition.asp?id=1630
If you think our efforts are worthy, would you please support us with a small gift? Thank you for caring enough to get involved.
http://www.afa.net/donate.asp
Sincerely,
Donald E. Wildmon, Founder and Chairman
American Family Association
Less than careful readers might miss that the 5% donation applies only to sales made through the Metro DC GLBT web site that is, purchases made at Wal-Mart stores or through Wal-Mart.com are not part of the "5% donation" scheme.
I say good for Walmart. Even better if they adopt partner benefits for gay and lesbian employees who have joined with their partners with intent to marry.
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"It is better to give love. Hatred is a low and degrading motion and is so poisonous that no man is strong enough to use it safely. The hatred we think we are directing against some person or thing or system has a devilish way of turning back upon us. When we seek revenge we administer slow poison to ourselves. When we administer affection it is astonishing what magical results we obtain." - Thomas Dreier
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by Jeffrey Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 9:30 AM
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This isn't the first time Arlene got her information wrong...
http://www.planetfeedback.com/index.php?level2=blog_viewpost&topic_id= 289181&reply_id=41468
http://www.planetfeedback.com/index.php?level2=blog_viewpost&topic_id= 210500
http://www.planetfeedback.com/index.php?level2=blog_viewpost&topic_id= 150597
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by gb Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 9:12 AM
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No way on the mayo. I only eat it in tuna, chicken or egg salad and then only if it isn't too much. My mom said I was really pissed when I was little and saw her put mayo in tuna.
I know it doesn't make sense, but I am weird!~~~~
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by gb Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 9:11 AM
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If you are going to shop at places that only agree with your politically, you are going to have very limited shopping. Good luck to you!
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by Jeffrey Posted Mon November 13, 2006 @ 8:56 AM
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I don't know what organization you're talking about...
If you want to make a persuasive argument, you need to specify WHAT organization, how you heard about this, and why it's a bad idea.
I don't think if this is true or not, but your letter is nothing more than you asking about a rumor... one that is lacking details.
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