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| - One of my sinful, guilty pleasures, because of the taboo. Why? Well, because of their certain, extreme stances (gay marriage) back in 2012, and all of the hurt and angry hearts caused by the aftermath. I mean, I am not gay, but I do have loved ones (family and friends) who ARE gay, and so this hits home with me. And, even if I didn't have loved ones around me, it would still bother me because it just doesn't seem right...Huge heart for my loved ones and their protection, as well as justice for those who are part of any kind of minority and suffering opposition, teasing, etc.
I mean, their president and COO announced that they are "very much supportive of the family - the biblical definition of the family unit". This "biblical unit" did not meet the same family unit definition that many members of the LGBT.
This whole mess did cause significant damage to Chick-fil-A's reputation as well as lost many loyal customers, as mayors in Boston, Chicago, and San Francisco stepped in to ban any future Chick-fil-A stores being built further on (unless some changes/apologies were made).
On a personal note, I was working for a major Fortune 500 company at the time of this, and my ER Director happened to be gay. She was a very reputable person within our business, and had a long-time girlfriend, as well as tons of dogs. My Director, at the time, barked out some colorful words regarding Chick-fil-A, and I remember feeling bummed that it had to come to this. I dunno...
Our company at the time was coordinating a celebration of diversity within our company, to offer free food, speakers, games, give-aways, etc. When I sat down at our first planning meeting an noticed Chick-fil-A as one of the food vendors, I couldn't help but raise my hand on this on. The more I talked about my concerns and the possible negative responses, perceptions if we serve food from this restaurant, the more nods I got from my peers and Managers. It was unanimious - they were out, and we needed a replacement.
Now that it's 2016, things have simmered down a bit. I know the entire topic hasn't been rested and put to bed - by far... But, this group shouldn't be condemned for their thoughts and stances on life - should they? I mean, it's not like I"m going to be best friends with a Cashier in my future... Or attend their church services ever?
So, more internal dialogue, I have come to a conclusion. I want their chicken and sauces. And Fries. I feel dirty sliding into the drive-thru, but still proceed. The chicken w/sauces and fries were outstanding. Did they change me and/or my core? Hell no. Am I going to visit them frequently? Noo... Once in awhile? Sure, why not. I know what I believe it - period. Just give me your chicken and that's were it all ends. Period.
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