19 Groups to Reinstate Boycott of Ford

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March 13, 2006, 4:01PM
19 Groups to Reinstate Boycott of Ford

By KEN THOMAS Associated Press Writer
© 2006 The Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Nineteen conservative groups said Monday they would reinstate a boycott
of Ford Motor Co., contending the automaker reneged on an agreement to stop supporting
gay rights organizations.

The groups set up a Web site urging supporters not to buy Ford vehicles after the automaker
said last December it would continue running advertisements in gay publications. The American
Family Association, which is leading this latest effort, had originally called for a boycott
of Ford last year but suspended it for six months at the request of some Ford dealers.

"Ford has the right to financially support homosexual groups promoting homosexual marriage,
but at the same time consumers have a right not to purchase automobiles made by Ford," said AFA
Chairman Donald Wildmon in a statement.

Ford, in a statement, said it was "proud of its tradition of treating all with respect and
we remain focused on what we do best, building and selling the most innovative cars and trucks
worldwide." Ford spokeswoman Kathleen Vokes declined further comment.

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