Usher at Seattle's Safeco Field allegedly asked a same-sex couple to stop kissing.
Was this a case of homophobia or an indecent display of public affection?
77 Comments
Jean said:
I think it would really depend on the exact circumstances of said kiss. If it was ongoing, drawn-out, and/or obnoxious, then yes - the usher was right. If it were a simple kiss that you would see with any couple at a game, then it's homophobia and the usher was wrong.
rx said:
First, there is a 3rd option, not all who find homosexuality morally offensive are homophobic. To class all opponents as homophobic begs important questions. (I personally don't find homosexuality offensive in any way.)
Second, we can't really answer this question without knowing whether the couple was groping (i'm assuming that groping in public is indecent).
This poll is premature and poorly phrased, in my opinion.
joanne riley said:
i agree it is most offending because normal couples dont make out in public and then some that chooses to be ----- well thats their choice fine but keep it discret and inside doors. there are other people that it is offensive because they dont choose like they do.thank you.
Quinn said:
Hello!? Wake up! It's 2008!!! Recycle that f*%@ing bible, it is incorrect. Thus, there are no FACTS in it. If someone wants to kiss their significant other in PUBLIC, it is LEGAL AND THEIR CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT! Hey, it offends me there are so many churches in the USA, it offends me that people put the stupid jesus fish on their car, it offends me when I see idiot fans drunk at a baseball game, (which is actually worse than anyone kissing), IT'S FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!!! I am tied of the 'conservatives' being hypocrites!
David said:
Public is not the place for anything but a quick kiss greeting, any couple, any sex,any color.
Ken said:
If it was enough to offend someone, then it shouldn't be allowed. The line has to be drawn somewhere. To Quinn, yes it is 2008, so where's your tolerance?
Kat said:
A public display of affection is healthy, however, a public display of perversion is unsettling. It does not matter if you are gay, straight, bi, or into whatever fetish is out there... if you feel the need to engage in passionate affection, then it's proper to find a private place to do this. Holding hands, arm in arm, quick "I-Love-You" kiss; all these are signs of a healthy mature relationship, regardless of your sexual preference. Groping, fondling, slobbering, moaning; no one wants to see that, so show some respect and find a secluded place to show your partner that type of affection.
Ricardo Flores said:
Just because people do not want to see deviant behavior between same sex couples in public places does not mean it is homophobia. It isn't. Nobody is afraid of gay people. It's just that some gay people like to force their behaviors on the rest of us and expect us to accept it. Well, it is still deviant behavior. I agree with the Safeco employee. Keep it confined to private quarters. Spare the rest of us!
Just because people do not want to see deviant behavior between same sex couples in public places does not mean it is homophobia. It isn't. Nobody is afraid of gay people. It's just that some gay people like to force their behaviors on the rest of us and expect us to accept it. Well, it is still deviant behavior. I agree with the Safeco employee. Keep it confined to private quarters. Spare the rest of us!
Ricardo Flores said:
Just because people do not want to see deviant behavior between same sex couples in public places does not mean it is homophobia. It isn't. Nobody is afraid of gay people. It's just that some gay people like to force their behaviors on the rest of us and expect us to accept it. Well, it is still deviant behavior. I agree with the Safeco employee. Keep it confined to private quarters. Spare the rest of us!
Ricardo Flores said:
Oops! I didn't mean to have three entries. It was an accident. Sorry.
Quinn said:
Ken and Ricardo,
You're assuming that they were having sex in the stadium with the supertron focused in on them. I have kissed my wife in public before and I have seen many, many HETEROSEXUAL couples doing far worse than ANY homosexual couple. Give me a break!!!! Why don't you stay off the internet and go clean your guns or chew tobacco or something. Bigots.
Ricardo Flores said:
Quinn:
No sir, I don't own any guns and I don't chew tobacco. LOL. Nope, just a decent guy standing up for decency. Remember this- Wrong is always wrong even if everyone is doing it. Right is always right even if only a few are doing it.
Quinn said:
Ricardo,
So, you're saying that even though there are a lot of homosexuals, it's still wrong to be gay? Wow.
M.A. Grieve said:
I wasn't there to witness this event and cannot make a fair assessment of the situation, but I was there in May and noticed an extreme viciousness and intolerance in general amongst Mariner fans.
I've been going to professional sporting events in Seattle (we live in Oregon) for over 20 years. Never have I experienced such vehemence amongst the normally good natured Mariners Fans. I was wearing a shirt for the other team and was the object of some nasty provoking by people around me as were some other "visiting" fans. I'm a fat middle aged woman - what threat am I? Never have I seen Seattle full of such haters. I think this incidence speaks to a larger issue amongst unhappy Mariners Fans.
Maybe if the Mariners were winning, this wouldn't even be an issue.
Open Mind said:
I did not see the kiss so I can not comment on it directly.
However If it was just a "kiss" and nothing more, the Lady who brought her kid to the game really needs to open her eyes to the changing times. We live in a world where the norm based on the church is no longer.
In MY opinion It also shows that this Lady doesn't communicate openly with her child about SEXUAL topics.
I DO talk openly with my kids about both the ups and downs and pros and cons about SEX and SEXUALITY!
Actually at this point I think my 15 year old son knows more than I do about SEXUALITY!
I mean after all if we don't educate our kids about SEX and SEXUALITY who are they going to learn it from?
What they teach in schools (thanks to the failure of keeping church and state separate) is just an ice breaker.
But back to the topic...
As for kissing (not sucking face) in public... I can not believe how many people are offended by that.
For my partner to kiss me in public, that shows he really does care for me and isn't ashamed to show it.
Now sucking face, that is different because it can often lead to lewd acts which are frowned upon by most and in many cases are illegal.
If it was just a kiss the lady who complained really needs to educate herself about the pros and cons of being in public.
After all this all started because one person didn't like something... ONE PERSON! What a sad world we live in when we have to accommodate ONE person in an area of 10,000.
Al said:
The Bible, God's only written word to us, condemns homosexuality in Romans 1:26-27. A man should never kiss another man on the lips and a woman should never kiss another woman on the lips. It is okay for a man to kiss his wife or his girlfriend on the lips or a woman to kiss her husband or boyfriend on the lips. Same sex lip kissing is wrong. We need to get back to the Bible - there are so many people in Western Washington that have fogotton the wisdom of the Bible. Read your Bible. Pray against same sex marriage in Boston and soon to be in California. Pray for revival in Canada.
Quinn said:
Al,
You are delusional and you need help. We need to end the church's tyrannical reign over the people of the world, we are finally taking some steps in the right direction to ensure freedom for everyone, freedom from religion. Contrary of your mid-evil beliefs, homosexual marriage is actually a good thing. It's time for the church to disband so that the US can become secular, like Europe. What you said is very serious, and disturbing. I warn you, if you let 2,000 year old scribblings control your life, you are in for some very serious problems my friend, and I'm not talking about a fake place like hell.
Frank said:
The bible can be interpreted differently on many issues, but is very clear on this one.
Sexual behavior is a choice, and the only "progress" would be for people to at least
be discreet.
Richard Neely said:
There is no such thing as homophobia, expect in the mind of the hetero-haters. Hollywood has certainly managed to enforce its own abysmal absence of morality and decency upon the general public. So now anyone who dares to be offended by such offensive behavior is castigated for being medieval (that's the correct spelling by the way Quinn). Those scribblings,as you refer to them, contain the revelation of Almighty God and the gospel of His Son who died to save you, and homosexuals, from your sins. And you will see, though perhaps too late, that HIs judgments are not fake. Marriage is a God ordained covenant given to make sacred the union between a man and woman. Nothing that this post-modern society says or does will ever sanctify homosexuality.
charlie said:
Kissing in public is not a matter of homosexuality or heterosexuality.
I felt trapped on a small tour boat once when and man and woman were making out right in front of my children and me. Please keep all sexual contact in the privacy of your own home whether homosexual or heterosexual. There is a difference between sexual contact like making out vs. displays of affection like a hug or a kiss
Erik Bellweather said:
This a matter for the Seattle Office for Civil Rights. Seattle's anti-discrimination laws protect you from harassment. Harassment is conduct that is directed at you because of your race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, etc. It sounds to me like these young women were harassed by the Seattle Mariners in a stadium built with public money. Every time you go out to dinner, part of the tax you may on that meal is going to support illegal harassment at Safeco Field sanctioned by the City of Seattle, Major League Baseball, and the Seattle Mariners.
Open Minded said:
AT LEAST the 2 women are not confused about their SEXUALITY!
Cant say the same for most here.... (note I did not say all!)
I find it ridiculous that the majority of people who find it offensive to see same sex couples kiss are religious.
My 2 cents (opinions) to the following people......
AL: you said... "Same sex lip kissing is wrong. We need to get back to the Bible - there are so many people in Western Washington that have forgotten the wisdom of the Bible.
My comment to you: You have the right to your own beliefs, you do NOT have the right to force your religious beliefs onto someone else. Do i believe in God... Yes a believe in A god but i do not force my beliefs onto others, that is a very selfish thing to do.!
Charlie You need to educate your children about SEX and SEXUALITY! ASAP! If you felt "trapped that is a sign that you are not comfortable with your own sexuality!" > I went to school, I know what I am talking about< Try using a bannana and condoms to teach your children and dont be affraid to answer their questions, after all if they cant come to you for advice or information who will they go to?? The petifile down the street? The one you didnt educate them about? Take a class to learn how to talk to your kids, they need you!
Quinn: Kudos to YOU!!!
Whogivesashit said:
It is 2008 like one poster stated.
So it should be no suprise that there are those out there who are still completely sheltered and offended by anything that resembles a sign of affection.
Mitigating circumstances would say otherwise however we as the general public don't have all the info on this particular incident.
Now if this incident truly played out the way this woman claims, then yes Safeco field is in the wrong and should apologize immediately.
But if they were groping and acting in a manner that would otherwise be construed as indecent then Safeco did the right thing, However I have a very hard time believing Safeco on this one as I have seen time and time again to many instances @ Safeco field where the ushers, and other staff have gone out of their way to make visitors of any orientation, age, color, creed Etc. as difficult as possible.
And YES I have witnessed it first hand.
But on the flip side... Why are people still so repressed about everything in this day and age.
F**k Get over it, Move on, and stop bitiching about every single little thing that offends you, your kids, your neighbors, your co-workers and your GOD !!!!
Like one poster stated.... the bible is crap, full of false information, pretenses and morals....
Live your life the way you want to.
Stop being Sheep and stop letting others control your way of thinking and your perception of what's right and wrong or in this case....
What's an acceptable form of affection....
I will say though that if it had been me and my wife, Safeco wouldn't have done a damn thing, because I would have owned the team if they had even tried to tell me that I cant kiss my wife at a ballgame.
Ray said:
WHO CARES!!!! If it was a heterosexual couple kissing in public, this would not have been an issue. I can't believe Safeco has the audocity to even make this an issue. Not worth complaining or worrying about. There are far more important issue to be concern of. Baseball games are to be watch and enjoy. Get a life.
Tyler said:
I agree with M.A. Grieve. You were there for the M's game, so keep your eyes on that. If you don't like what some couple are doing a few rows away from you, then don't look at it. and RICARDO does a couple showing affection in public mean that they are pressuring their own agenda on anyone? maybe you're jealous because you aren't getting any. It's life, holey cow homo's do exist!
Mike said:
I am sick of seeing all the Queers exchanging wet sloppy kisses in public.. I have personally witnessed....again....at the SeaTac airport baggage clain two flaming Queers exchanging saliva and god knows what else that was in their mouths... not giving a crap who was there....and it really was OFFENDING TO ME!! Keep it in less public places!!!!!!! I do not WANT to see this!!! My god!!! Get a room!!!
Karen said:
Live and let live.
Lets end discrimination.
Mike said:
I am sick of seeing all the Queers exchanging wet sloppy kisses in public.. I have personally witnessed....again....at the SeaTac airport baggage clain two flaming Queers exchanging saliva and god knows what else that was in their mouths... not giving a crap who was there....and it really was OFFENDING TO ME!! Keep it in less public places!!!!!!! I do not WANT to see this!!! My god!!! Get a room!!!
Brandt said:
With the way the Mariners are playing, I say sign the two women to a contract. At least everyone knows that they can make it to first base.....unlike the rest of the over paid staff of the ball club. Chances are that the two women probably stole second base without being caught. Sad day at the ball park when the top story is about something like this. What's next?....stop all holding of hands by any persons?....
Mike said:
I am sick of seeing Queers exchanging sloppy kisses.... and whatever else is in their mouths...Like I just witnessed at SEATAC Airport baggage claim. It OFFENDS ME!!! Get a room...
Xade said:
Do we know the ages of those who complained or of the usher? And were they fundamental church goers who are strictly Bible believers/livers who were offended? I'm reminded of that well-known song from the film, "Cassablanca:" "You must remember this, a kiss is still a kiss, a sigh is just a sigh... the fundamental things apply as time goes by." Hmm... seems appropriate whether the couple kissing was straight, lesbian, or gay. And not just for the kissing couple, but for those around them, also.
Ron said:
WOW, I feel a lot of hate in this room. What happened to tolerance? Shouldn't there be respect for other's opinions? I haven't heard so much nasty name calling since my divorce!
By the way, when I refer to tolerance, I'm speaking of opinions that don't agree with Quinn, the "tolerant" left. Nasty!
Go Mariners!!!
Lisa said:
Hey, It got your attention! But don't look man! Thats what happens when 2 people are in love. Not like it's gunna last forever! Peace!
Ron said:
Lisa makes as much sense as Quinn. She'll probably take that as a compliment.
Go Mariners!!!
Pat said:
that type of public display of affection is not appropriate at a baseball game...... woman to woman or man to woman or any other combination.
Carla said:
I don't see any difference in seeing the two women sharing a kiss than there is in seeing a couple of the opposite sex sharing a kiss. Unless you're a bigot, it shouldn't bother you. And if you are an opposite sex couple, please think twice before kissing each other in public, because you never know who
YOU might offend.
thank you, Carla
ChristinaAnn said:
A logical response to those who would use the Bible to aggress against same-sex kisses: If a Bible-thumper were to actually break open an exhaustive concordance, they would find something quite different from Al's post. The verse cited does not refer to kissing between individuals of the same sex at all. Furthermore, the book is replete with examples of Jesus himself kissing men on the lips, as well as instruction for those following his path to greet one another with such a kiss (ie: Romans 16:16, 1Cor 16:20, 2Cor 13:12, 1Thes 5:26, 1Peter 5:14). All of those passages were written by the same Apostle (Paul) that you claim instructs against same-sex kissing. The Bible is not a weapon to justify hate, but rather an example of how to love. If you loathe the actions of your fellow man, or woman, you are violating many of the other tenets of your own religion, in regards to passing judgement against them. Love and your God will love you. Hate and your God will hate you.
Ron said:
Differ from the Left and they will hate you. How tolerant! I'm deeply troubled by this rhetoric. It makes me sad to hear how hate-filled the it is. Hate is bad.
Go Mariners!!!
KM said:
Regardless of the orientation of any couple, no one wants to see two people going at it in public. That's what the bedroom is for. It's funny, this story probably wouldn't have made headlines had it been a heterosexual couple. I'm not homophobic, I'm just saying it's interesting what gets puts on the news sometimes.
this is for kat. the jesus thing how you call it.. is freedom of choice too.idiot.you choose to be gay that's your freakin bus........ and if you want too go to hell that's your problem too.unless your a homo too.and it's offensive to you too.and it's not right too people of the same sex kissing in public.thats grose yuck
truth said:
ya wake up its 2008 going on 2009 and its as it always has been with this issue and no matter how you want it to be the norm it isnt accept in la la land or a place like sodom and you know what happened there oh but of course you dont really acknowledge that because i wonder why and as far as telling parents on teaching thier childern about sexuality goes iam sure parents know when and how they will teach them and ya you do give a great example as to what is acceptable and not! thats one thing same sex partners cant ever understand.. . oh and about you beleiving in god which one i know its not mine if it were we wouldnt be having this conversation so dont go there. yep christ might have given a brother of the faith a kiss but not in the way you are implying. these two are of same sex people not brothers or sisters in the faith .and as far as the usher in safeco field or safeco field is concerned they did there job when asked just like a police officer would why blame the police officer called out or the station when some people call for help. so wake up its 2008 wake up and the crap that you cant tolerate is the USA .
tw said:
To Quinn,
I don't remember seeing anywhere that the bible was mentioned, but had it been I have never heard it was outdated, or needed to be recycled. It sounds as if your issues are more than sexual. I don't care to have my children viewing that kind of behavior, be it heterosexual, or homosexual. Keep it indoors.
jenjen said:
Hell is fake? Or is it Hell we are living in now? If Hell doesn't exist then Heaven doesn't either and we have nothing to live for. I prefer to believe in God, Heaven and Hell. I know in my heart there is more to our existence than this place. A place were hypocrisy, immoral behavior, stupidity and hate are running rampant.
Setelsetat said:
Tell Safeco if they want any support against Guerrero, I am ready because I believe they did they right thing to kick her and her girlfriend out. I wish they would be kicked out of the city and comunity one day if God will.
Setelsetat said:
To whom call herself Quinn.
If you wanted us (Christains) to respect the right of Lesbian, you should have started with yourself by respecting my Holy Bible, and if you want to "RECYCLE" Bible, God forbiten, because it is against the Gays, you should start with your book first because we got these rules from your book. In your book also, mentioned to stone the adultor, but thank for Lord Jesus Christ who stopped your people from doing that and expoused them. So, be polit when you want others to respect what you believe in.
Setelsetat said:
TO OPEN MIND, AND QUIIN,
When you are saying,"the norm based on the church is no longer" and your are attacking the wonan who brought her son by assuming she was a Christian. Why did't she be a Jewish or Buddah, or Muslim or atheist. If you go and read the books which belong to these faiths all I mentioned, you will see that all these beliefs disgrace homosextuality. Please be REAL "OPEN MIND" NOT FAKED OPEN MIND. NOT ONLY WHEN YOU WANT TO BE, and WITH SPECIFIC GROUP
Quinn said:
Setelsetat,
First off. I DO RESPECT CHRISTIANS, MUSLIMS, AND JEWISH PEOPLE, I just know they're lemmings. ALSO, I am not a woman! If you could read or construct sentences properly you might actually make valid points. Second, you prove to me there is a god and a heaven and hell, I'll give you a buck. I am atheist because of EVIDENCE! I am pretty damn sure that the bible is FICTION and you're a moron for letting FICTION rule your life. How about some Green Eggs and Ham? ALSO, The Buddhists DO NOT, DO NOT, condemn homosexuality you moron. Once again, READ!!! Third, its gross that Christians put a fake book on a pedestal above human life. This "bible" even tells followers to kill their own kin if they do not obey the word of God. Thats right, contradiction!
Deuteronomy 13:6-8
'If your brother, or your son or daughter, or your beloved wife tries to secretly entice you, telling you to go and worship other gods, gods of people living near you, or far from you, or anywhere on earth, do not listen to him.'
You must kill them. Show them no pity. And your hand must strike the first blow.'
Sounds like something I'd like to avoid. So much for morals, right? The bible has some of the most sadistic crap I have ever read in my life. Your God is disgusting, evil, and sinister. Quite possibly the most ruthless character in all of fiction. I really truly hope that the Christian doctrine in this country dies so sick people like you won't be able to hurt others. FACE IT!! THE CHRISTIANS ARE NASTY EVIL PEOPLE... EVEN HITLER WAS CATHOLIC!
Quinn said:
I WILL NEVER BE OPEN MINDED TO HATE!
Setelsetat said:
So your are anti-Catholic ha! first I am sorry to call you a woman because your name don't give any hint about your gender. Any way it is not important what you are, and maybe that is why you are apethetic for that woman and her kid. Rising children is a very hard job. Secon, Deuteronomy is not my book so if you have a problem with Deuteronomy talk about its people and who wrote it, and obviously are not Christian. So is this because lack of knowledge or you Mr. Quinn trying to mislead readers by blaming Christian for the book of Deuteronomy?!! Deuteronomy book curses the homosexual people and ask the "Chosen People" to stone them (homosexuals) and that is why My Lord Jesus came to save those cursed people by Taorah not by Bible.
Quinn said:
Setelsetat,
First off, there are more males named Quinn in the US than females. Anyways, Deuteronomy is from the old testament! You can't amend your cult's scriptures so that it sounds better, so that it will scare less people. It's the same damn book! I mean come on! The Christians used to kill people if they thought the Earth was flat! At this rate, in 400 years Christians won't even vaguely resemble the modern church as you know it.
Don't get me wrong, I believe that Jesus was a good guy and had a lot of good things to say, but he wasn't divine. No way. Christians condemning homosexuality is simply because a gay couple cannot reproduce, thus less Christians. It's the same reason why Muslims consider pork to be unholy. Two thousand or so years ago they didn't know how to properly cook pork so it would not spread disease, therefore, they deemed it unholy. Things change! Pork is safe now and being gay will not send you to hell. It's science.
Amanda said:
Oh my god...it's 2008?
just thinking said:
Mr Quinn, you are right. What about all those bigots out there trying to spoil a persons fun. Why do they have to hit you over the head with a Bible just when all you want is to have a good time. If there is no God then this life is all we have, and we should make the most of it. And with that said, why do we have so many jails, aren't those people just getting the most out of their lives? They have their rights too...
If there wasn't a Bible, or a God to keep people focused on being good, where would we be, what hope would we have after death?
Spanky said:
Now as A man with homosexuals as friends and family, I have no problem with them unless they are forcing their way of life apon me. We dont know what actually took place at Safeco because we were not there to see it. It could have been that a woman saw two individuals basically dry humping each other, and then it was discovered that it was two women. Or it could have happened as explained by the individuals kicked out of the game. We just dont know. Why does every one on here either have to be a bible thumper forcing their views on every one or your condeming every one for not being homosexual supporters. I have lived in western Washington and I will never live there again due to all the fanaticals, and stupid people living there. they cant see past their own narciscism to try to find the truth. Lets wait and try to find out what actually happened before we crucify anyone
another mom said:
I'm not entirely sure why it is a matter of religion, race, or sexual orientation. Why is ANYONE making out in public if they are there for a game? Go home if you want to make out. Public is public, and private is private. Some things, no matter who you are, do not need to be done in public. I wouldn't want to explain to my 3 year old why people are making out instead of watching the game any more than having to explain why you can see a man's butt crack when he bends over or a woman in a see through top where breasts are visible. Just because you can, doesn't mean you should, and why do I have to expect my child to be tollerant of it? I wouldn't let me child run around the mall naked either and certainly won't teach them it's "right" and people need to be "tollerant" of it. This isn't about the bible. If I had been making out in public with my signifigant other and someone had complained, I'd have been embarassed and would be aware I should have known better. I would be apologetic to those offended, not doing my level best to profit from my arrogant and childish behavior. Did someone overlook the past exploitation by this woman of herself? Clearly she has no problem with open exhibition. Give her a container of Hagen Daz and call it a day. But no, now we have to have every homosexual activist jumping on some band wagon about how their rights have now been personally offended (when they were in no way involved I might add) and soon we'll have some stupid attorney trying to share in the drama, profit, and 15 minutes of fame, for the poor defenseless person making out in a crowd of thousands... As we the people become increasingly tollerant of everyone's desires, eventually we will be victimized in the name of progress. You've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything. Should we be tollerant of the guy touching himself during the game too?
Quinn said:
Dear Just Thinking,
It is NOT about having fun, or being some rock star!! It's about living your life how you want to in REALITY not in lala land where a book reigns supreme over REALISTIC laws and scientific evidence. You can have morals and not be religious. Like I stated earlier, I believe that Jesus was probably a very good person and had good ideals. He was not divine however. Everyone needs to stop living in religious delusion world, IT IS VERY DANGEROUS, contrary to popular belief. Whether you believe it or not, even the current war our country is involved in was sparked over religious beliefs.
Quinn said:
I agree 100% with "another mom". With all of this arguing aside, both sides are wrong.
another mom said:
I wanted to add this exerpt from the story. As you can see, they were not even asked to leave, but to "tone down" their behavior. Instead it appears they became rude and beliferent. Again, if I thought my behavior was offensive to anyone, I'd be embarrased, not start cursing out people:
On Thursday, after an internal investigation, the Mariners said in a news release that their seating staff had acted appropriately, and the couple was approached because of their behavior - which included "making out" and "groping" in the stands - and not their sexual orientation.
"We have a strict nondiscrimination policy at the Seattle Mariners and at Safeco Field, and when we do enforce the code of conduct it is based on behavior, not on the identity of those involved," Mariners spokeswoman Rebecca Hale said earlier this week.
In the release, the Mariners said the women were told they could continue to kiss, but that they had to "tone it down."
"The women refused to modify their behavior, began swearing at the seating hosts and complained that they were being singled out for their sexual orientation," the club said.
The code of conduct - announced before each game - specifically mentions public displays of affection that are "not appropriate in a public, family setting." Hale said those standards are based on what a "reasonable person" would find inappropriate.
Drayton Harrison said:
I think same sex kissing is ok. I do it all the time.
Amanda said:
"Hale said those standards are based on what a "reasonable person" would find inappropriate. "
Unfortunately, most people aren't very reasonable and a lesbian kiss is inappropriate to them.
Another mom - just because Guerrero has been on a reality show doesn't make her more likely to behave inappropriately in public. People do exercise something called "self control." You do not know Guerrero, so you cannot simply assume how she would behave.
You said, "you've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything." Perhaps this is how Guerrero felt as she was asked to tone down her PDA, hence the upset. What you're missing is the fact that the complainer said that she didn't want to have to explain to her kids why two women were kissing. So, this isn't just a case of inappropriate PDA...it's a case of discrimination.
Anti-Mariner said:
HEY FOLKS, IF THE MARINERS WERE WORTH WATCHING, NO-ONE BUT THE CHRISTIANS WOULD HAVE SEEN THE KISS. AGAIN, OUR VERY OWN HOME GROWN AMERICAN TALIBAN (aka "THE RIGHT WINGED CHRISTIANS") SHOW THE WORLD THEIR TRUE TWISTED VERSION OF THE BIBLE, WHICH IS TAILOR MADE TO BACK UP THEIR OUTRAGUOUS HATE MONGERING'S. THEY, AS THE ISLAMIC TERRORISTS ABROAD ARE AMERICA'S TRUE ENEMIES AND WE MUST WIPE THEM OUT.
DOWN WITH RIGHT WING NEO CHRISTIAN CON-MANSERVATIVES!
Bill D. said:
You Liberal freaks make me sick.
Living a life of LOVE said:
to Quinn;
The saddest part of your tirade to me is that you say you will never tolerate hate, and yet you are so full of it yourself. I grew up believeing the Bible to be infallable. I no longer hold that opinion. I believe GOD to be infallable. It should make no difference to you if someone chooses to live what you term "fiction" or not. I see millions walking by what I deem to be "fiction" and you know what? I love them anyway. I don't beleive in hell. I don't believe God could consign any of His kids there any more than I could send one of my babies there. so I tell you what; you let me live in my fiction, I will let you live in yours, and lets find something we AGREE on and learn to like each other! So how about those Mariners?
Lady said:
I find same-sex kissing (the romantic, sexual kind) as objectionable as I do same-sex marriage. Neither is the will of God, but of Satan. Heterosexual kissing is always appropriate "in private"; behind closed doors. Heterosexual kissing, if done discreetly, should even be done by the parents (MOTHER and FATHER) in front of their children so that their children can see and grab the concept of love the way it should be between a woman and a man in this world, according to God's law. Same-sex marriage is a terrible sin.
anticonservative said:
YOU CON-MENSERVATIVES MAKE THE WORLD SICK!!
CLOSE MINDED NEO-CHRISTIAN NAZI'S MAKE US SICK!
WHO THE HELL ARE YOU TO JUDGE WHAT IS AND WHAT IS NOT A SIN, YOUR SMALL MINDED INTERPRETATION OF THE BIBLE. YOU HATE ISLAMIC FUNDAMENTALISTS BECAUSE THAT IS WHAT THEY DO, YET YOU'ALL DO THE VERY SAME THING!! THAT MORE THAN ANYTHING SPEAKS VOLUMES ABOUT THE MENTAL ILLNESS THAT PLAGUES OUR AMERICAN TALIBAN (i.e. THE CHRISTIANS). AND WHY WE MUST ALWAYS, ALWAYS KEEP CHURCH AND STATE SEPARATE! LOONEY ARN'T THEY!!
The Man said:
I agree with the last poster. Just because Lady is a prude bible thumper who cannot handle public affection, does NOT mean it is bad. Nor is gay marriage. How can this country that leads the WORLD in Divorce rates call gay marriage a violation of the sanctity of marriage?? Illogical at best. Try a new argument. What is a sin is small minded thinkers who rely on "their own" interpretation of words written 2000 years ago. People against gay marriage and homosexual rights are the true sinners! And God is watching and taking notes on you haters!!
anti-Lady said:
Wow Lady are you for real? and Bill D, we know you are you twisted right wing fool. Lady, you are so full of yourself and your prude outlook on life that we are all vomiting. How the hell are you to judge the "will of God"?? My gosh, you belong in a sanitorium with Bill D. The Bible is full of people showing affection to one another, inclduing same sex! Yes, its there if you bother to look. You see God loves ALL his loving children and NOT his hate mongering ones that try to justify their hatred through biblical passages and throwing God's name around. It just does not fly. Do society a favor and join a Monastary or go see God today...suicide is painless.
steve said:
Seattle liberals....typical!
Of course this is wrong. The more we are MADE to watch this crap, the more some of you start thinking it's normal...Get a grip, and protect our children!
Amanda said:
You aren't made to watch anything. If it bugs you, avert your eyes.
steve said:
Amanda, you're exactly whats wrong with this country. You live in a world of entitlement. You think that your actions are just yours and have no bearing on others, nor should they...do what you want, when you want. It only affects you. That is why our society is where it is today. Shame on you.
Amanda said:
Steve - You don't know me, so shame on you for your quick judgement. I am fully aware that my actions affect others and I am careful not to cause anyone any undue pain or suffering with my actions. However, I hesitate to curb my actions when people simply find them distatesful or unnatural or not to their liking.
I most certainly do not do what I want when I want, nor do I believe that I'm entitled to whatever I want.
Somebody is always going to have a problem with whatever I do, and I can't live my life walking on eggshells and trying not to offend everyone. But that doesn't mean I'm disrespectful.
Perhaps you shouldn't go blaming all of society's ills on people you don't know squat about.
MTB said:
I guess we'll all be the wiser when we die..Gay, Lesbian, Hetero, Christians, Muslums, Jews, Athiest, Right/Left wingers, and EVERYONE on this planet will find out the truth....
So...Go Mariners..and Gross PDAs should'nt be acceptable...
erv said:
maybe they should just have a lesbien smooching section.
Amanda said:
Like the section for black people on the back of the bus?
Kyle said:
Move to California and tell Arnold or Ellen. I dont care to see your relationship. Read "The Manuel show me the page that says my children cant pledge allegiance and yet move to California and married their best buddy. morales NEXT lesson. Kyle.
Joe Blow said:
The Mariners and The Seahawks don't give a flying rat's a$$ about you. Season ticket holders are constantly being kicked out for the season for some inane crap. Nearly 100% of the time it is because someone whined. I've seen people tossed from the park for standing behind THEIR OWN SEATS in an aisle in the Hawk's Nest (you know, where nobody's view is impeded because the next row of seats is up overhead). When harrassed by the ushers, they refused to show their ticket, and that was that. They revoked the guy's season tickets while they were at it.
It's like the radio, folks. If you don't like what is coming out of it, there's a volume knob, and a tuning knob. Figure it out.
Anti-Steve said:
Hey Steve, We got news for you fool, Amanda is not what's wrong with this country its RIGHT WING CONMEN-SERVATIVES like you. You twist everything around to fit your evil, twisted, and perverted look on life and try and back your hate and small mindedness with your religion, it does not work, we see through your phony religous veil and we see you as you are, HATEFUL! You and the American Taliban you represent are everything wrong with this country. Get with the 21rst Century instead of living in the 1800's!!
I think it would really depend on the exact circumstances of said kiss. If it was ongoing, drawn-out, and/or obnoxious, then yes - the usher was right. If it were a simple kiss that you would see with any couple at a game, then it's homophobia and the usher was wrong.
First, there is a 3rd option, not all who find homosexuality morally offensive are homophobic. To class all opponents as homophobic begs important questions. (I personally don't find homosexuality offensive in any way.)
Second, we can't really answer this question without knowing whether the couple was groping (i'm assuming that groping in public is indecent).
This poll is premature and poorly phrased, in my opinion.
i agree it is most offending because normal couples dont make out in public and then some that chooses to be ----- well thats their choice fine but keep it discret and inside doors. there are other people that it is offensive because they dont choose like they do.thank you.
Hello!? Wake up! It's 2008!!! Recycle that f*%@ing bible, it is incorrect. Thus, there are no FACTS in it. If someone wants to kiss their significant other in PUBLIC, it is LEGAL AND THEIR CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT! Hey, it offends me there are so many churches in the USA, it offends me that people put the stupid jesus fish on their car, it offends me when I see idiot fans drunk at a baseball game, (which is actually worse than anyone kissing), IT'S FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!!! I am tied of the 'conservatives' being hypocrites!
Public is not the place for anything but a quick kiss greeting, any couple, any sex,any color.
If it was enough to offend someone, then it shouldn't be allowed. The line has to be drawn somewhere. To Quinn, yes it is 2008, so where's your tolerance?
A public display of affection is healthy, however, a public display of perversion is unsettling. It does not matter if you are gay, straight, bi, or into whatever fetish is out there... if you feel the need to engage in passionate affection, then it's proper to find a private place to do this. Holding hands, arm in arm, quick "I-Love-You" kiss; all these are signs of a healthy mature relationship, regardless of your sexual preference. Groping, fondling, slobbering, moaning; no one wants to see that, so show some respect and find a secluded place to show your partner that type of affection.
Just because people do not want to see deviant behavior between same sex couples in public places does not mean it is homophobia. It isn't. Nobody is afraid of gay people. It's just that some gay people like to force their behaviors on the rest of us and expect us to accept it. Well, it is still deviant behavior. I agree with the Safeco employee. Keep it confined to private quarters. Spare the rest of us!
Just because people do not want to see deviant behavior between same sex couples in public places does not mean it is homophobia. It isn't. Nobody is afraid of gay people. It's just that some gay people like to force their behaviors on the rest of us and expect us to accept it. Well, it is still deviant behavior. I agree with the Safeco employee. Keep it confined to private quarters. Spare the rest of us!
Just because people do not want to see deviant behavior between same sex couples in public places does not mean it is homophobia. It isn't. Nobody is afraid of gay people. It's just that some gay people like to force their behaviors on the rest of us and expect us to accept it. Well, it is still deviant behavior. I agree with the Safeco employee. Keep it confined to private quarters. Spare the rest of us!
Oops! I didn't mean to have three entries. It was an accident. Sorry.
Ken and Ricardo,
You're assuming that they were having sex in the stadium with the supertron focused in on them. I have kissed my wife in public before and I have seen many, many HETEROSEXUAL couples doing far worse than ANY homosexual couple. Give me a break!!!! Why don't you stay off the internet and go clean your guns or chew tobacco or something. Bigots.
Quinn:
No sir, I don't own any guns and I don't chew tobacco. LOL. Nope, just a decent guy standing up for decency. Remember this- Wrong is always wrong even if everyone is doing it. Right is always right even if only a few are doing it.
Ricardo,
So, you're saying that even though there are a lot of homosexuals, it's still wrong to be gay? Wow.
I wasn't there to witness this event and cannot make a fair assessment of the situation, but I was there in May and noticed an extreme viciousness and intolerance in general amongst Mariner fans.
I've been going to professional sporting events in Seattle (we live in Oregon) for over 20 years. Never have I experienced such vehemence amongst the normally good natured Mariners Fans. I was wearing a shirt for the other team and was the object of some nasty provoking by people around me as were some other "visiting" fans. I'm a fat middle aged woman - what threat am I? Never have I seen Seattle full of such haters. I think this incidence speaks to a larger issue amongst unhappy Mariners Fans.
Maybe if the Mariners were winning, this wouldn't even be an issue.
I did not see the kiss so I can not comment on it directly.
However If it was just a "kiss" and nothing more, the Lady who brought her kid to the game really needs to open her eyes to the changing times. We live in a world where the norm based on the church is no longer.
In MY opinion It also shows that this Lady doesn't communicate openly with her child about SEXUAL topics.
I DO talk openly with my kids about both the ups and downs and pros and cons about SEX and SEXUALITY!
Actually at this point I think my 15 year old son knows more than I do about SEXUALITY!
I mean after all if we don't educate our kids about SEX and SEXUALITY who are they going to learn it from?
What they teach in schools (thanks to the failure of keeping church and state separate) is just an ice breaker.
But back to the topic...
As for kissing (not sucking face) in public... I can not believe how many people are offended by that.
For my partner to kiss me in public, that shows he really does care for me and isn't ashamed to show it.
Now sucking face, that is different because it can often lead to lewd acts which are frowned upon by most and in many cases are illegal.
If it was just a kiss the lady who complained really needs to educate herself about the pros and cons of being in public.
After all this all started because one person didn't like something... ONE PERSON! What a sad world we live in when we have to accommodate ONE person in an area of 10,000.
The Bible, God's only written word to us, condemns homosexuality in Romans 1:26-27. A man should never kiss another man on the lips and a woman should never kiss another woman on the lips. It is okay for a man to kiss his wife or his girlfriend on the lips or a woman to kiss her husband or boyfriend on the lips. Same sex lip kissing is wrong. We need to get back to the Bible - there are so many people in Western Washington that have fogotton the wisdom of the Bible. Read your Bible. Pray against same sex marriage in Boston and soon to be in California. Pray for revival in Canada.
Al,
You are delusional and you need help. We need to end the church's tyrannical reign over the people of the world, we are finally taking some steps in the right direction to ensure freedom for everyone, freedom from religion. Contrary of your mid-evil beliefs, homosexual marriage is actually a good thing. It's time for the church to disband so that the US can become secular, like Europe. What you said is very serious, and disturbing. I warn you, if you let 2,000 year old scribblings control your life, you are in for some very serious problems my friend, and I'm not talking about a fake place like hell.
The bible can be interpreted differently on many issues, but is very clear on this one.
Sexual behavior is a choice, and the only "progress" would be for people to at least
be discreet.
There is no such thing as homophobia, expect in the mind of the hetero-haters. Hollywood has certainly managed to enforce its own abysmal absence of morality and decency upon the general public. So now anyone who dares to be offended by such offensive behavior is castigated for being medieval (that's the correct spelling by the way Quinn). Those scribblings,as you refer to them, contain the revelation of Almighty God and the gospel of His Son who died to save you, and homosexuals, from your sins. And you will see, though perhaps too late, that HIs judgments are not fake. Marriage is a God ordained covenant given to make sacred the union between a man and woman. Nothing that this post-modern society says or does will ever sanctify homosexuality.
Kissing in public is not a matter of homosexuality or heterosexuality.
I felt trapped on a small tour boat once when and man and woman were making out right in front of my children and me. Please keep all sexual contact in the privacy of your own home whether homosexual or heterosexual. There is a difference between sexual contact like making out vs. displays of affection like a hug or a kiss
This a matter for the Seattle Office for Civil Rights. Seattle's anti-discrimination laws protect you from harassment. Harassment is conduct that is directed at you because of your race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, etc. It sounds to me like these young women were harassed by the Seattle Mariners in a stadium built with public money. Every time you go out to dinner, part of the tax you may on that meal is going to support illegal harassment at Safeco Field sanctioned by the City of Seattle, Major League Baseball, and the Seattle Mariners.
AT LEAST the 2 women are not confused about their SEXUALITY!
Cant say the same for most here.... (note I did not say all!)
I find it ridiculous that the majority of people who find it offensive to see same sex couples kiss are religious.
My 2 cents (opinions) to the following people......
AL: you said... "Same sex lip kissing is wrong. We need to get back to the Bible - there are so many people in Western Washington that have forgotten the wisdom of the Bible.
My comment to you: You have the right to your own beliefs, you do NOT have the right to force your religious beliefs onto someone else. Do i believe in God... Yes a believe in A god but i do not force my beliefs onto others, that is a very selfish thing to do.!
Charlie You need to educate your children about SEX and SEXUALITY! ASAP! If you felt "trapped that is a sign that you are not comfortable with your own sexuality!" > I went to school, I know what I am talking about< Try using a bannana and condoms to teach your children and dont be affraid to answer their questions, after all if they cant come to you for advice or information who will they go to?? The petifile down the street? The one you didnt educate them about? Take a class to learn how to talk to your kids, they need you!
Quinn: Kudos to YOU!!!
It is 2008 like one poster stated.
So it should be no suprise that there are those out there who are still completely sheltered and offended by anything that resembles a sign of affection.
Mitigating circumstances would say otherwise however we as the general public don't have all the info on this particular incident.
Now if this incident truly played out the way this woman claims, then yes Safeco field is in the wrong and should apologize immediately.
But if they were groping and acting in a manner that would otherwise be construed as indecent then Safeco did the right thing, However I have a very hard time believing Safeco on this one as I have seen time and time again to many instances @ Safeco field where the ushers, and other staff have gone out of their way to make visitors of any orientation, age, color, creed Etc. as difficult as possible.
And YES I have witnessed it first hand.
But on the flip side... Why are people still so repressed about everything in this day and age.
F**k Get over it, Move on, and stop bitiching about every single little thing that offends you, your kids, your neighbors, your co-workers and your GOD !!!!
Like one poster stated.... the bible is crap, full of false information, pretenses and morals....
Live your life the way you want to.
Stop being Sheep and stop letting others control your way of thinking and your perception of what's right and wrong or in this case....
What's an acceptable form of affection....
I will say though that if it had been me and my wife, Safeco wouldn't have done a damn thing, because I would have owned the team if they had even tried to tell me that I cant kiss my wife at a ballgame.
WHO CARES!!!! If it was a heterosexual couple kissing in public, this would not have been an issue. I can't believe Safeco has the audocity to even make this an issue. Not worth complaining or worrying about. There are far more important issue to be concern of. Baseball games are to be watch and enjoy. Get a life.
I agree with M.A. Grieve. You were there for the M's game, so keep your eyes on that. If you don't like what some couple are doing a few rows away from you, then don't look at it. and RICARDO does a couple showing affection in public mean that they are pressuring their own agenda on anyone? maybe you're jealous because you aren't getting any. It's life, holey cow homo's do exist!
I am sick of seeing all the Queers exchanging wet sloppy kisses in public.. I have personally witnessed....again....at the SeaTac airport baggage clain two flaming Queers exchanging saliva and god knows what else that was in their mouths... not giving a crap who was there....and it really was OFFENDING TO ME!! Keep it in less public places!!!!!!! I do not WANT to see this!!! My god!!! Get a room!!!
Live and let live.
Lets end discrimination.
I am sick of seeing all the Queers exchanging wet sloppy kisses in public.. I have personally witnessed....again....at the SeaTac airport baggage clain two flaming Queers exchanging saliva and god knows what else that was in their mouths... not giving a crap who was there....and it really was OFFENDING TO ME!! Keep it in less public places!!!!!!! I do not WANT to see this!!! My god!!! Get a room!!!
With the way the Mariners are playing, I say sign the two women to a contract. At least everyone knows that they can make it to first base.....unlike the rest of the over paid staff of the ball club. Chances are that the two women probably stole second base without being caught. Sad day at the ball park when the top story is about something like this. What's next?....stop all holding of hands by any persons?....
I am sick of seeing Queers exchanging sloppy kisses.... and whatever else is in their mouths...Like I just witnessed at SEATAC Airport baggage claim. It OFFENDS ME!!! Get a room...
Do we know the ages of those who complained or of the usher? And were they fundamental church goers who are strictly Bible believers/livers who were offended? I'm reminded of that well-known song from the film, "Cassablanca:" "You must remember this, a kiss is still a kiss, a sigh is just a sigh... the fundamental things apply as time goes by." Hmm... seems appropriate whether the couple kissing was straight, lesbian, or gay. And not just for the kissing couple, but for those around them, also.
WOW, I feel a lot of hate in this room. What happened to tolerance? Shouldn't there be respect for other's opinions? I haven't heard so much nasty name calling since my divorce!
By the way, when I refer to tolerance, I'm speaking of opinions that don't agree with Quinn, the "tolerant" left. Nasty!
Go Mariners!!!
Hey, It got your attention! But don't look man! Thats what happens when 2 people are in love. Not like it's gunna last forever! Peace!
Lisa makes as much sense as Quinn. She'll probably take that as a compliment.
Go Mariners!!!
that type of public display of affection is not appropriate at a baseball game...... woman to woman or man to woman or any other combination.
I don't see any difference in seeing the two women sharing a kiss than there is in seeing a couple of the opposite sex sharing a kiss. Unless you're a bigot, it shouldn't bother you. And if you are an opposite sex couple, please think twice before kissing each other in public, because you never know who
YOU might offend.
thank you, Carla
A logical response to those who would use the Bible to aggress against same-sex kisses: If a Bible-thumper were to actually break open an exhaustive concordance, they would find something quite different from Al's post. The verse cited does not refer to kissing between individuals of the same sex at all. Furthermore, the book is replete with examples of Jesus himself kissing men on the lips, as well as instruction for those following his path to greet one another with such a kiss (ie: Romans 16:16, 1Cor 16:20, 2Cor 13:12, 1Thes 5:26, 1Peter 5:14). All of those passages were written by the same Apostle (Paul) that you claim instructs against same-sex kissing. The Bible is not a weapon to justify hate, but rather an example of how to love. If you loathe the actions of your fellow man, or woman, you are violating many of the other tenets of your own religion, in regards to passing judgement against them. Love and your God will love you. Hate and your God will hate you.
Differ from the Left and they will hate you. How tolerant! I'm deeply troubled by this rhetoric. It makes me sad to hear how hate-filled the it is. Hate is bad.
Go Mariners!!!
Regardless of the orientation of any couple, no one wants to see two people going at it in public. That's what the bedroom is for. It's funny, this story probably wouldn't have made headlines had it been a heterosexual couple. I'm not homophobic, I'm just saying it's interesting what gets puts on the news sometimes.
this is for kat. the jesus thing how you call it.. is freedom of choice too.idiot.you choose to be gay that's your freakin bus........ and if you want too go to hell that's your problem too.unless your a homo too.and it's offensive to you too.and it's not right too people of the same sex kissing in public.thats grose yuck
ya wake up its 2008 going on 2009 and its as it always has been with this issue and no matter how you want it to be the norm it isnt accept in la la land or a place like sodom and you know what happened there oh but of course you dont really acknowledge that because i wonder why and as far as telling parents on teaching thier childern about sexuality goes iam sure parents know when and how they will teach them and ya you do give a great example as to what is acceptable and not! thats one thing same sex partners cant ever understand.. . oh and about you beleiving in god which one i know its not mine if it were we wouldnt be having this conversation so dont go there. yep christ might have given a brother of the faith a kiss but not in the way you are implying. these two are of same sex people not brothers or sisters in the faith .and as far as the usher in safeco field or safeco field is concerned they did there job when asked just like a police officer would why blame the police officer called out or the station when some people call for help. so wake up its 2008 wake up and the crap that you cant tolerate is the USA .
To Quinn,
I don't remember seeing anywhere that the bible was mentioned, but had it been I have never heard it was outdated, or needed to be recycled. It sounds as if your issues are more than sexual. I don't care to have my children viewing that kind of behavior, be it heterosexual, or homosexual. Keep it indoors.
Hell is fake? Or is it Hell we are living in now? If Hell doesn't exist then Heaven doesn't either and we have nothing to live for. I prefer to believe in God, Heaven and Hell. I know in my heart there is more to our existence than this place. A place were hypocrisy, immoral behavior, stupidity and hate are running rampant.
Tell Safeco if they want any support against Guerrero, I am ready because I believe they did they right thing to kick her and her girlfriend out. I wish they would be kicked out of the city and comunity one day if God will.
To whom call herself Quinn.
If you wanted us (Christains) to respect the right of Lesbian, you should have started with yourself by respecting my Holy Bible, and if you want to "RECYCLE" Bible, God forbiten, because it is against the Gays, you should start with your book first because we got these rules from your book. In your book also, mentioned to stone the adultor, but thank for Lord Jesus Christ who stopped your people from doing that and expoused them. So, be polit when you want others to respect what you believe in.
TO OPEN MIND, AND QUIIN,
When you are saying,"the norm based on the church is no longer" and your are attacking the wonan who brought her son by assuming she was a Christian. Why did't she be a Jewish or Buddah, or Muslim or atheist. If you go and read the books which belong to these faiths all I mentioned, you will see that all these beliefs disgrace homosextuality. Please be REAL "OPEN MIND" NOT FAKED OPEN MIND. NOT ONLY WHEN YOU WANT TO BE, and WITH SPECIFIC GROUP
Setelsetat,
First off. I DO RESPECT CHRISTIANS, MUSLIMS, AND JEWISH PEOPLE, I just know they're lemmings. ALSO, I am not a woman! If you could read or construct sentences properly you might actually make valid points. Second, you prove to me there is a god and a heaven and hell, I'll give you a buck. I am atheist because of EVIDENCE! I am pretty damn sure that the bible is FICTION and you're a moron for letting FICTION rule your life. How about some Green Eggs and Ham? ALSO, The Buddhists DO NOT, DO NOT, condemn homosexuality you moron. Once again, READ!!! Third, its gross that Christians put a fake book on a pedestal above human life. This "bible" even tells followers to kill their own kin if they do not obey the word of God. Thats right, contradiction!
Deuteronomy 13:6-8
'If your brother, or your son or daughter, or your beloved wife tries to secretly entice you, telling you to go and worship other gods, gods of people living near you, or far from you, or anywhere on earth, do not listen to him.'
You must kill them. Show them no pity. And your hand must strike the first blow.'
Sounds like something I'd like to avoid. So much for morals, right? The bible has some of the most sadistic crap I have ever read in my life. Your God is disgusting, evil, and sinister. Quite possibly the most ruthless character in all of fiction. I really truly hope that the Christian doctrine in this country dies so sick people like you won't be able to hurt others. FACE IT!! THE CHRISTIANS ARE NASTY EVIL PEOPLE... EVEN HITLER WAS CATHOLIC!
I WILL NEVER BE OPEN MINDED TO HATE!
So your are anti-Catholic ha! first I am sorry to call you a woman because your name don't give any hint about your gender. Any way it is not important what you are, and maybe that is why you are apethetic for that woman and her kid. Rising children is a very hard job. Secon, Deuteronomy is not my book so if you have a problem with Deuteronomy talk about its people and who wrote it, and obviously are not Christian. So is this because lack of knowledge or you Mr. Quinn trying to mislead readers by blaming Christian for the book of Deuteronomy?!! Deuteronomy book curses the homosexual people and ask the "Chosen People" to stone them (homosexuals) and that is why My Lord Jesus came to save those cursed people by Taorah not by Bible.
Setelsetat,
First off, there are more males named Quinn in the US than females. Anyways, Deuteronomy is from the old testament! You can't amend your cult's scriptures so that it sounds better, so that it will scare less people. It's the same damn book! I mean come on! The Christians used to kill people if they thought the Earth was flat! At this rate, in 400 years Christians won't even vaguely resemble the modern church as you know it.
Don't get me wrong, I believe that Jesus was a good guy and had a lot of good things to say, but he wasn't divine. No way. Christians condemning homosexuality is simply because a gay couple cannot reproduce, thus less Christians. It's the same reason why Muslims consider pork to be unholy. Two thousand or so years ago they didn't know how to properly cook pork so it would not spread disease, therefore, they deemed it unholy. Things change! Pork is safe now and being gay will not send you to hell. It's science.
Oh my god...it's 2008?
Mr Quinn, you are right. What about all those bigots out there trying to spoil a persons fun. Why do they have to hit you over the head with a Bible just when all you want is to have a good time. If there is no God then this life is all we have, and we should make the most of it. And with that said, why do we have so many jails, aren't those people just getting the most out of their lives? They have their rights too...
If there wasn't a Bible, or a God to keep people focused on being good, where would we be, what hope would we have after death?
Now as A man with homosexuals as friends and family, I have no problem with them unless they are forcing their way of life apon me. We dont know what actually took place at Safeco because we were not there to see it. It could have been that a woman saw two individuals basically dry humping each other, and then it was discovered that it was two women. Or it could have happened as explained by the individuals kicked out of the game. We just dont know. Why does every one on here either have to be a bible thumper forcing their views on every one or your condeming every one for not being homosexual supporters. I have lived in western Washington and I will never live there again due to all the fanaticals, and stupid people living there. they cant see past their own narciscism to try to find the truth. Lets wait and try to find out what actually happened before we crucify anyone
I'm not entirely sure why it is a matter of religion, race, or sexual orientation. Why is ANYONE making out in public if they are there for a game? Go home if you want to make out. Public is public, and private is private. Some things, no matter who you are, do not need to be done in public. I wouldn't want to explain to my 3 year old why people are making out instead of watching the game any more than having to explain why you can see a man's butt crack when he bends over or a woman in a see through top where breasts are visible. Just because you can, doesn't mean you should, and why do I have to expect my child to be tollerant of it? I wouldn't let me child run around the mall naked either and certainly won't teach them it's "right" and people need to be "tollerant" of it. This isn't about the bible. If I had been making out in public with my signifigant other and someone had complained, I'd have been embarassed and would be aware I should have known better. I would be apologetic to those offended, not doing my level best to profit from my arrogant and childish behavior. Did someone overlook the past exploitation by this woman of herself? Clearly she has no problem with open exhibition. Give her a container of Hagen Daz and call it a day. But no, now we have to have every homosexual activist jumping on some band wagon about how their rights have now been personally offended (when they were in no way involved I might add) and soon we'll have some stupid attorney trying to share in the drama, profit, and 15 minutes of fame, for the poor defenseless person making out in a crowd of thousands... As we the people become increasingly tollerant of everyone's desires, eventually we will be victimized in the name of progress. You've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything. Should we be tollerant of the guy touching himself during the game too?
Dear Just Thinking,
It is NOT about having fun, or being some rock star!! It's about living your life how you want to in REALITY not in lala land where a book reigns supreme over REALISTIC laws and scientific evidence. You can have morals and not be religious. Like I stated earlier, I believe that Jesus was probably a very good person and had good ideals. He was not divine however. Everyone needs to stop living in religious delusion world, IT IS VERY DANGEROUS, contrary to popular belief. Whether you believe it or not, even the current war our country is involved in was sparked over religious beliefs.
I agree 100% with "another mom". With all of this arguing aside, both sides are wrong.
I wanted to add this exerpt from the story. As you can see, they were not even asked to leave, but to "tone down" their behavior. Instead it appears they became rude and beliferent. Again, if I thought my behavior was offensive to anyone, I'd be embarrased, not start cursing out people:
On Thursday, after an internal investigation, the Mariners said in a news release that their seating staff had acted appropriately, and the couple was approached because of their behavior - which included "making out" and "groping" in the stands - and not their sexual orientation.
"We have a strict nondiscrimination policy at the Seattle Mariners and at Safeco Field, and when we do enforce the code of conduct it is based on behavior, not on the identity of those involved," Mariners spokeswoman Rebecca Hale said earlier this week.
In the release, the Mariners said the women were told they could continue to kiss, but that they had to "tone it down."
"The women refused to modify their behavior, began swearing at the seating hosts and complained that they were being singled out for their sexual orientation," the club said.
The code of conduct - announced before each game - specifically mentions public displays of affection that are "not appropriate in a public, family setting." Hale said those standards are based on what a "reasonable person" would find inappropriate.
I think same sex kissing is ok. I do it all the time.
"Hale said those standards are based on what a "reasonable person" would find inappropriate. "
Unfortunately, most people aren't very reasonable and a lesbian kiss is inappropriate to them.
Another mom - just because Guerrero has been on a reality show doesn't make her more likely to behave inappropriately in public. People do exercise something called "self control." You do not know Guerrero, so you cannot simply assume how she would behave.
You said, "you've got to stand for something or you'll fall for anything." Perhaps this is how Guerrero felt as she was asked to tone down her PDA, hence the upset. What you're missing is the fact that the complainer said that she didn't want to have to explain to her kids why two women were kissing. So, this isn't just a case of inappropriate PDA...it's a case of discrimination.
HEY FOLKS, IF THE MARINERS WERE WORTH WATCHING, NO-ONE BUT THE CHRISTIANS WOULD HAVE SEEN THE KISS. AGAIN, OUR VERY OWN HOME GROWN AMERICAN TALIBAN (aka "THE RIGHT WINGED CHRISTIANS") SHOW THE WORLD THEIR TRUE TWISTED VERSION OF THE BIBLE, WHICH IS TAILOR MADE TO BACK UP THEIR OUTRAGUOUS HATE MONGERING'S. THEY, AS THE ISLAMIC TERRORISTS ABROAD ARE AMERICA'S TRUE ENEMIES AND WE MUST WIPE THEM OUT.
DOWN WITH RIGHT WING NEO CHRISTIAN CON-MANSERVATIVES!
You Liberal freaks make me sick.
to Quinn;
The saddest part of your tirade to me is that you say you will never tolerate hate, and yet you are so full of it yourself. I grew up believeing the Bible to be infallable. I no longer hold that opinion. I believe GOD to be infallable. It should make no difference to you if someone chooses to live what you term "fiction" or not. I see millions walking by what I deem to be "fiction" and you know what? I love them anyway. I don't beleive in hell. I don't believe God could consign any of His kids there any more than I could send one of my babies there. so I tell you what; you let me live in my fiction, I will let you live in yours, and lets find something we AGREE on and learn to like each other! So how about those Mariners?
I find same-sex kissing (the romantic, sexual kind) as objectionable as I do same-sex marriage. Neither is the will of God, but of Satan. Heterosexual kissing is always appropriate "in private"; behind closed doors. Heterosexual kissing, if done discreetly, should even be done by the parents (MOTHER and FATHER) in front of their children so that their children can see and grab the concept of love the way it should be between a woman and a man in this world, according to God's law. Same-sex marriage is a terrible sin.
YOU CON-MENSERVATIVES MAKE THE WORLD SICK!!
CLOSE MINDED NEO-CHRISTIAN NAZI'S MAKE US SICK!
WHO THE HELL ARE YOU TO JUDGE WHAT IS AND WHAT IS NOT A SIN, YOUR SMALL MINDED INTERPRETATION OF THE BIBLE. YOU HATE ISLAMIC FUNDAMENTALISTS BECAUSE THAT IS WHAT THEY DO, YET YOU'ALL DO THE VERY SAME THING!! THAT MORE THAN ANYTHING SPEAKS VOLUMES ABOUT THE MENTAL ILLNESS THAT PLAGUES OUR AMERICAN TALIBAN (i.e. THE CHRISTIANS). AND WHY WE MUST ALWAYS, ALWAYS KEEP CHURCH AND STATE SEPARATE! LOONEY ARN'T THEY!!
I agree with the last poster. Just because Lady is a prude bible thumper who cannot handle public affection, does NOT mean it is bad. Nor is gay marriage. How can this country that leads the WORLD in Divorce rates call gay marriage a violation of the sanctity of marriage?? Illogical at best. Try a new argument. What is a sin is small minded thinkers who rely on "their own" interpretation of words written 2000 years ago. People against gay marriage and homosexual rights are the true sinners! And God is watching and taking notes on you haters!!
Wow Lady are you for real? and Bill D, we know you are you twisted right wing fool. Lady, you are so full of yourself and your prude outlook on life that we are all vomiting. How the hell are you to judge the "will of God"?? My gosh, you belong in a sanitorium with Bill D. The Bible is full of people showing affection to one another, inclduing same sex! Yes, its there if you bother to look. You see God loves ALL his loving children and NOT his hate mongering ones that try to justify their hatred through biblical passages and throwing God's name around. It just does not fly. Do society a favor and join a Monastary or go see God today...suicide is painless.
Seattle liberals....typical!
Of course this is wrong. The more we are MADE to watch this crap, the more some of you start thinking it's normal...Get a grip, and protect our children!
You aren't made to watch anything. If it bugs you, avert your eyes.
Amanda, you're exactly whats wrong with this country. You live in a world of entitlement. You think that your actions are just yours and have no bearing on others, nor should they...do what you want, when you want. It only affects you. That is why our society is where it is today. Shame on you.
Steve - You don't know me, so shame on you for your quick judgement. I am fully aware that my actions affect others and I am careful not to cause anyone any undue pain or suffering with my actions. However, I hesitate to curb my actions when people simply find them distatesful or unnatural or not to their liking.
I most certainly do not do what I want when I want, nor do I believe that I'm entitled to whatever I want.
Somebody is always going to have a problem with whatever I do, and I can't live my life walking on eggshells and trying not to offend everyone. But that doesn't mean I'm disrespectful.
Perhaps you shouldn't go blaming all of society's ills on people you don't know squat about.
I guess we'll all be the wiser when we die..Gay, Lesbian, Hetero, Christians, Muslums, Jews, Athiest, Right/Left wingers, and EVERYONE on this planet will find out the truth....
So...Go Mariners..and Gross PDAs should'nt be acceptable...
maybe they should just have a lesbien smooching section.
Like the section for black people on the back of the bus?
Move to California and tell Arnold or Ellen. I dont care to see your relationship. Read "The Manuel show me the page that says my children cant pledge allegiance and yet move to California and married their best buddy. morales NEXT lesson. Kyle.
The Mariners and The Seahawks don't give a flying rat's a$$ about you. Season ticket holders are constantly being kicked out for the season for some inane crap. Nearly 100% of the time it is because someone whined. I've seen people tossed from the park for standing behind THEIR OWN SEATS in an aisle in the Hawk's Nest (you know, where nobody's view is impeded because the next row of seats is up overhead). When harrassed by the ushers, they refused to show their ticket, and that was that. They revoked the guy's season tickets while they were at it.
It's like the radio, folks. If you don't like what is coming out of it, there's a volume knob, and a tuning knob. Figure it out.
Hey Steve, We got news for you fool, Amanda is not what's wrong with this country its RIGHT WING CONMEN-SERVATIVES like you. You twist everything around to fit your evil, twisted, and perverted look on life and try and back your hate and small mindedness with your religion, it does not work, we see through your phony religous veil and we see you as you are, HATEFUL! You and the American Taliban you represent are everything wrong with this country. Get with the 21rst Century instead of living in the 1800's!!