Rev Dobson's gang to pass out antigay balls at Macy's parade.

[edbermac]

The balloons at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade won't be the only things filled with hot air this week in New York.

Antigay Colorado group Focus on the Family said Tuesday that its members plan to distribute 5,000 "stress balls" along the parade route to promote a Web site it operates that claims that homosexuality is a disorder that can be changed through faith. Visitors to the site, TroubledWith.com, who think they might be gay or lesbian are told, "You're not simply 'wired that way.'" In another section, visitors are told that being gay or lesbian can be prevented because "like other adult problems, homosexuality begins at home. Mom and dad are key players." Also to blame are porn, the media, and "seduction by peers."

The Web site also carries faith-based advice on topics ranging from eating disorders to depression.

Focus on the Family plans to run 30-second commercials in the New York market during The Oprah Winfrey Show and Dr. Phil. The group is already running ads on an electronic billboard in Times Square.

The conservative ministry appears to be in a desperate search for new, younger followers to tune in to the radio show by Focus founder James Dobson. Web site creator Steve Watters told the Associated Press that the number of listeners has not been growing in recent years and that most people who call for help are in their late 40s.

http://www.advocate.com/news_detail_ektid22799.asp

Stress balls?? Ahem...:rofl:

[AlCzervik]

1. is it wrong for me to pray for him to become incapacitated?

would i actually get bad karma for that and if so would it be worth it?

[Warpy]

8. The Abramoff investigation

has already shown both Reed and Dobson to be involved in fleecing Indian tribes along with Abramson, Cormyn and a few other GOP luminaries. I think Dobson's days are severely numbered, even if the good people of NYC let him live through his peddling hate tomorrow.

Whenever I'm tempted to wish stuff on these guys, I have to stop and ask myself what is worse, looking at them or BEING them? That generally puts things into perspective. Yes, they suck the air out of the room and joy out of the hearts of their followers. But just think of what it must be like to parade around in their skin. Then take a bath and be grateful.

[nickyt]

19. You have totally made my night - I have heard of Reed's involvement

but DOBSON's in on it too? All RIGHT. Gets better and better every day.

[FreedomAngel82]

39. Oh yes!

I agree. Hopefully I'll get to witness this guy's karma!

[GreenPartyVoter]

28. Bless you for this good news!!!

[wildeyed]

29. Nothing would make me happier than to have Dobson rounded up with

that group of criminals. Do you have a link handy? I would love to read more.

Drat, knew I should have been keeping up with that investigation better.

[nickyt]

50. Well, just found this

Abramoff Used Network of Evangelicals And Bush Appointee To Lobby For His Client. According to The Washington Post, "Abramoff arranged for Dobson and Reed to pressure federal officials to reject the Jenas' bid on anti-gambling grounds. He and his partners drafted anti-Jena letters that were then signed by congressional leaders, some of whom have received thousands of dollars in donations from tribes represented by Abramoff. One ally inserted language opposing the casino into a bill late in the legislative process." http://www.democrats.org/a/2005/10/george_w_bush_a_1.php

and then this link has ALL the emails from the investigation into the affair - it was posted by someone here Nov. 4 or 5 when the Scanlon/wacko memo surfaced at Salon:

http://www.chris-floyd.com/jack/

I would LOVE to read it, but each page takes 5 minutes for my creaky computer to download...

[wildeyed]

53. Thanks!

My brain is too cooked to read it tonight, but I will look at it tomorrow.

[MuseRider]

14. No, No and

yes.

[mzmolly]

27. May I join you in that prayer? I think it would be best for humanity

personally. ;)

[sarcasmo]

33. Bad Karma in the form of a lightning strike.

[AlCzervik]

63. i may be willing to take the hit.

[CatBoreal]

64. Don't pray for him to be hurt...

...just pray for him to get exactly what he deserves.

You don't screw with Karma that way.

[AlCzervik]

66. i didn't say hurt, i said incapacitated and that could be several things

for example, lets say he's having another Justice fundie Sunday right, and he gets up and he starts talking and all of a sudden he's overcome with explosive diarrhea, it happens so suddenly that he doesn't even have the cramps to warn him, how about something like that?

I really wouldn't wish actual pain on anyone, embarrassment, yes.

[CatBoreal]

67. Still messing with your Karma...

...best to let his Karma mess with him.

[AlCzervik]

69. i suppose you're right but when????? We've waited so long

and still nothing.:(

[JuniperLea]

2. Balls?

That is so very rich! heh!

That is really twisted.

[Sparkly]

Don't start!! (lengthy "balls" discussion last night)

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=104x5426241

:hi:

[KamaAina]

57. Yeah, right. Like Dobson has any to begin with.

As if! :evilgrin:

[Zenlitened]

3. So everyone will be squeezing balls at the parade?

:rofl:

[FreedomAngel82]

41. LOL!

If I was there I would ask him "did you know you're promoting homosexuality? Those are balls and men will be squeezing them." LOL!

[progressivebydesign]

4. Is Dobson suggesting that homosexuals should grab his balls??

talk about a hypocrite.

[darkmaestro019]

11. Actually I think you're supposed to SQUEEZE those balls

hard, over and over, whenever you feel stressed. :rofl:

[leftstreet]

5. Republican Fund Drives are kicking off

[skipos]

6. "Mom and dad are key players." Like Cheney and Alan Keyes?

[LeftyMom]

68. Exactly.

:D

[Beaverhausen]

7. Oh my god...we KNEW he had latent tendencies

[mod mom]

9. Oh, that will go over well in NYC. I hope he is greeted with a warm NY

greeting!

[dennisnyc]

31. did you mean a "Bronx Cheer" ? n/t

[karlrschneider]

10. Hey, Dobson: suck my stressed balls

you fuckwit piece of shit.

[ET Awful]

12. Son, I don't want you to be gay, so come play with my balls instead

:evilgrin:

[FreedomAngel82]

42. LOL

Oh you really are awful. :7

[HockeyMom]

13. Clueless people

My aunt raised her son with her partner back in the 1950s. They were both previously married to the opposite sex.

My daughter's significant other was also previously married and has a son and a daughter she is raising. They both take the kids on a LOT of "family" type outings, including the Thanksgiving Day Parade.

My daughter's best friend, also gay, is living with a gay, divorced woman who has a son and a daughter. Her ex-husband built an extension onto their house so she and her partner and the kids will have a place to live. The ex and his new wife live in the main house.

Gays don't have kids? Focus on the Family is going to know WHO at this parade is in living in a "traditional marriage"? They might just get the SURPRISE of their lives.

[FreedomAngel82]

43. I hope so

I hope some of them who are there have an eye opening experience. These people need to get out more. Sometimes it makes me sad with how Christianity has become in this country. :cry:

[Canuckistanian]

15. Maybe you're supposed to take the balls into the shower with you

:wtf:

[FreedomAngel82]

44. And also

make your son play with them. Ew!

[Canuckistanian]

62. Ew!

[stillcool]

16. In New York??

..sounds like he and his balls are pissing in the wind.

[countingbluecars]

17. May the SpongeBob SquarePants

balloon come tumbling down on them.

[BurgherHoldtheLies]

23. HEADLINE: SpongeBob sucks up "SpongeDob"

I have faith that New Yorkers will know what to do with these idiots. Love ya, New York!

[babylonsister]

18. That'll go over big in NYC. nt

[Mist]

20. Why would the Oprah show let this loon advertise on their show?

On edit: These RW ijits just keep on outing themselves! "If you're gay, squeeze the Rev's balls!"

[BrklynLiberal]

21. I can believe that idiot Dr Phil would accept their commercials,but OPRAH?

I think there should be a big announcement that anyone catching those balls should throw them right back at them...after spitting on them.

[Ian David]

22. Dobson will stand no chance against his old nemesis...

[geniph]

24. Their balls had better be made of foam rubber

...because I suspect quite a few are going to come sailing through the air right back at 'em.

"Oooh, squeeze my BALLS whenever you're feeling a little gay, please? OOOh, that's FABULOUS!" Man, talk about latent!

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[niallmac]

25. This stuff is only laughable if your education includes how to

think for yourself. I have no doubt the dummy down project now in full swing in Amurika
is the keystone to molding a new generation of de-spirited humans dependent on the likes of Falwell, Robertson and the dogma of the day.
I give you exhibit 'A'; Pol Pot and the genocide of the intellectual.

I wonder how I even get to sleep at night. I need to watch a Lassie movie.

[karlrschneider]

26. I'm pretty sure Lassie was a male doggie.

:evilgrin:

[FreedomAngel82]

45. Oh now you ruined it for me!!

[niallmac]

59. Now, I meant the male doggie...you know, how are you sure

Lassie was male? Anyway, Lassie movies to me are like a plate of mashed potatoes, very calming.
Weird I know but what can I say?
Do you mean like if I was a Scot I would be calling girly movies
lassie movies?:rofl:

[Pacifist Patriot]

30. Will I be flamed if I say that I honestly believe..

Dobson and ilk are repressed homosexuals? I cannot imagine being so preoccupied with the subject unless there is an attraction at some level.

REACTION FORMATION

"Reaction formation is really quite an interesting defense mechanism in that the individual manifests behaviors that are totally in opposition to what the individual is actually feeling. The purpose of this contradictory behavior is to protect the self from the knowledge that one may have dangerous desires. These desires are often in conflict with the morality (superego) of the individual...It occurs among homophobic individuals who feel the need to harm others whose sexual orientation seems to be different but unconsciously is the same. Interestingly, reaction formation and rationalization seem to work in tandem in some individuals. I have heard "gay bashers" say that their violence against gays is doing the "Lord's work." Very often the crusaders of public morals are those who are most attracted to the issue that they wish to remove from the public domain. Obviously, this removal would reduce their unconscious fear of losing control and indulging in their desire. By crusading, the individual has the opportunity to become immersed in the dreaded evil while rationalizing that he or she is helping humanity."

Introduction to Group Therapy: A Practical Guide by Scott Simon Fehr. The Haworth Press, Inc. 1999. pages 66-67

[dennisnyc]

32. add Rove, Melman, and John Roberts and you'll avoid flaming! n/t

[durablend]

34. You forgot *, Cheney, Santorum, Rumsfeld, etc etc etc

[DemGirl7]

35. I think they do have some kind of sexual insecurity

Either they are closet gays, sexually repressed, or they have small penises or something. The people of the Dobson-Falwell-Robertson ilk bully people,so they can feel like they are a better person and they really need get some help.

[FreedomAngel82]

47. What I think is

his organization should be changed to "Focus on Sex" instead of "Focus on the Family." All they care about is sex. When did Jesus care about sex? He didn't! He cared about helping the poor and taking care of the elderly and the Pharasiee's. Only thing close to sex he talked about was divorce and adultery. Does James Dobson talk about all the divorce and adultery in this country? None that I've heard!

[FreedomAngel82]

36. Oh brother!

Sometimes I wonder if this jerk even believes what he's saying or if he's found the perfect cash moolah. Isn't he tied to the GOP?

[CatholicEdHead]

37. These people are really fixated on homosexuality aren't they?

What problems of their own are they trying to hide?

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[madeline_con]

46. "... homosexuality begins at home ..."

:eyes: :shrug: :rofl: :puke:

[upi402]

48. ball jugglin' Republicans, how ghey

Teabaggers the lot! -if they stopped fighting their urges...

They should blow dope and get a massage, maybe they'd lighten up and stop being so worried about finding a group to hate so they can pretend they are better.

asswipes

[msongs]

49. follow the $$$ - it's all about raising $$$$$$$ since gays are the last

safe target for christians to screw over FOR THE PURPOSE OF RAISING MONEY to spend on their own bloated lifestyles in violation of the ethics in the bible. cannot gas jews or lynch black people anymore but it is still open season on gays and lesbians in the christian world.

Msongs
www.msongs.com/political-shirts.htm

[WritingIsMyReligion]

51. The whole "ball" think made me stop for a moment.

:D :D

Let me go pick my head up out of the gutter again.

:evilgrin:

[cboy4]

52. When are all of these anti-homo "Christian" people who are so

F'ing obsessed with gay people going to come out of the closet already? (except we don't want them on our team). The last time I checked, we don't hand out anti-straight stuff at any of our events. :argh:

[OnionPatch]

54. Well, all I can think is that

he can pimp his school all he wants but he's not going to change one single solitary human being from being gay if that's what they are. What a waste of time and energy. And probably going to really traumatize a lot of young gays and lesbians in the process.

[Nevernose]

55. Young people don't really care about this

The conservative ministry appears to be in a desperate search for new, younger followers to tune in to the radio show by Focus founder James Dobson. Web site creator Steve Watters told the Associated Press that the number of listeners has not been growing in recent years and that most people who call for help are in their late 40s.

The vast majority of the kids I know, about two hundred of them at an urban, largely-minority, inner-city high school -- DON'T GIVE A RAT'S ASS ABOUT WHO'S GAY AND WHO'S NOT. They may say "oh, that's gay" or "don't be such a fag," and even directly talk smack about homosexuals, but for the most part, members of the generation coming up seem to be a hell of a lot more tolerant than anything I ever experienced (i.e., my own school district was still segregated when Reagan was president! And for the record, I'm not all that old myself).

These kids, in fact, know a hell of a lot more about racism, prejudice, and/or bigotry than most of the people here will ever know.

While I would never advocate any kind of deliberate violence against anyone, if some guy/gal happened to beat the holy living shit out of one of these Reverand Dobson shitheads, I wouldn't be too upset. I've still got enough Texas in me to let me know when someone's got it coming to them.

"The times, they are a' changin'"

[HeeBGBz]

56. All the anti-gays will be squeezing their balls

Should be easy to pick em out in the crowd.

[ourbluenation]

58. Balls at a parade! Fabulous!!!! How festive....Can we pick em up

and heave em back at them????

[Skip Intro]

60. Hmmm. Ignore them, toy with them, provoke them?

The NY - and US - gay community should counter, in some way, I think.

It would be cool if people just refused them. Offered someting to the the holy ones instead. Or took the balls and did bad things with them.
Something to confront and manipulate.

Definitely something to confront and manipulate.

[LostInAnomie]

61. *Dr. Freud. Paging Dr. Freud.*

Next year it will be corn dogs with mayonnaise dip.

[upi402]

65. are the christian balls-o-hate flavored?

What Would Scooby Doo?

[bluedawg12]

70. Isn't that the puppy beater Dob-son-ofa..?

http://www.wasuvi.com/archives/2005/06/praise_jesus_an.html

June 01, 2005
Praise Jesus and pass the brass knuckles.

It's astonishing what people will admit when they believe that they have a sympathetic audience. What follows is an excerpt from James Dobson's (director and Führer of Focus on the Family) book. In summary, it's his own account of savagely beating his 12 pound dog because it wanted to sleep in the wrong part of the house. No, really.

>What developed next is impossible to describe. That tiny dog and I had the most vicious fight ever staged between man and beast. I fought him up one wall and down the other, with both of us scratching and clawing and growling and swinging the belt. I am embarrassed by the memory of the entire scene. Inch by inch I moved him toward the family room and his bed. As a final desperate maneuver, Siggie backed into the corner for one last snarling stand. I eventually got him to bed, only because I outweighed him 200 to 12!
Let me make sure all the details are clear here. Siggie is a 12 pound dog. The dog wanted to sleep outside of his crate. Dobson brooks no desire contrary to his own, so he savagely beats the dog with a belt.

What's the purpose of recounting this episode? (I mean, this is the sort of behavior of which most any normal person would be horribly ashamed.) OH... it's in his manual for HOW TO RAISE A CHILD. <


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[bluedawg12]

71. 200 lb. Dobsonofa beats 12 lb. family dog with belt

and brags about it in his book.

http://www.geocities.com/cddugan/DobsonsDog.html

James Dobson: Dog Abuser
By Chris Dugan
April 2000

In his best-selling book, "The Strong-Willed Child," child-rearing author James Dobson describes how he abused his family's pet dachshund, Siggie:

[f-bush]

72. That dog should have nipped his nuts off!

Seriously, I have had a wiener dog from the time I was a small child in an apartment in Germany until today. They are very loving and loyal. They are also very smart. Treat them with love and respect and they'll do the same for you.

How sick that, that bastard would do that to that poor little guy and then have the audacity to brag about it. What is the statutue (sp?) for animal cruelty?

[bluedawg12]

73. He is a sick repressed control freak and violent to boot. n/t

[DRoseDARs]

74. Must've not been a God-fearing, Christian dog. That or it was gay. nt