Alas, I feel the points of disagreement to be rather minute, and perhaps even secondary to what is proving to be the larger, unintended debate: "Who has the most condescending style of discourse?"
Agreed, but there is a difference between not hiring someone because of their opinions, and telling them "you represent us now, don't say anything stupid please, ok?"
("oh, and here's the script for the next show with a bunch of stupid things we'd like you to say")
Number of people I've seen think they're doing everyone else a service by proclaiming on the internets that "Freedom of speech does not mean freedom from consequences": approximately a lot. Generally this statement begins with "Okay, listen people..."
Number of people I've seen make the "A&E...
But ultimately, those companies are looking out for THEIR bottom line and don't want to give up on effective advertising channels. I'm skeptical that sponsor boycotts are ever carried out to the extent of causing long-term damage. And often, they backfire (Chick-fil-a)
I have no data on this, but given the nature of the show I wouldn't be surprised if the majority of their viewers fall into the "right" category. Interesting to me that they chose to piss THAT group off.
How capitalist of you. I would like to think that businesses aren't solely motivated by profit, and feel some measure of responsibility to do good and stand up for beliefs.
That said, you're probably right.
THAT said, I'm having a hard time accepting that A&E made the correct the decision...
Curious what the difference is between the cost of your current plan with and without maternity coverage. You're moving to a system that socializes that heavy cost, so I'm not surprised that you're getting a better deal there. I'd recommend Obamacare to anyone who is pregnant or planning to be...
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