Monday, December 22, 2008

Barney Frank: Rick Warren Is Offensive


Quote of the Day

"Mr. Warren compared same-sex couples to incest. I found that deeply offensive and unfair. If he was inviting the Rev. Warren to participate in a forum and to make a speech, that would be a good thing.

But being singled out to give the prayer at the inauguration is a high honor. It has traditionally given as a mark of great respect. And, yes, I think it was wrong to single him out for this mark of respect."
-- Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass),
Late Edition, CNN

Barney Frank is the first openly gay member of Congress; his remarks were made on CNN's Late Edition. Obama defended his preference for the homophobic Pastor Rick Warren, insisting that America needs to "come together."

Queerty: Rick Warren Loves You! He even has gay friends!