I'm fine with this or any ad being shown on TV as long as the content is suitable for all ages.
I'm not afraid of opposing viewpoints being shown on TV if they want to pay the ad money.
It's my TV and as an adult, I'm comfortable in making my own choice as to what I choose to watch or believe.
I guess that makes me pro-choice when it comes to advertisements.
For those opposed to this ad being shown - what are you afraid of?
I just don't like the double standard. The fact a gay dating site's ad can't be shown but this can is a little weird.
Believe me, when I was growin up, I thought the worst thing you could turn out to be was normal, So I say freaks in the most complementary way. Here's a song by a fellow freak - E.V
I'm fine with this or any ad being shown on TV as long as the content is suitable for all ages.
I'm not afraid of opposing viewpoints being shown on TV if they want to pay the ad money.
It's my TV and as an adult, I'm comfortable in making my own choice as to what I choose to watch or believe.
I guess that makes me pro-choice when it comes to advertisements.
For those opposed to this ad being shown - what are you afraid of?
I just don't like the double standard. The fact a gay dating site's ad can't be shown but this can is a little weird.
Maybe it's not a double standard, though. Maybe they thought the content - i.e. guys aggressively making out didn't meet their content standards. Perhaps they would have accepted this ad had it been presented in a different format.
That being said - who cares if it's a double standard? The networks should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show (and accept money from).
The only people we should try to get even with...
...are those who've helped us.
Right 'round the corner could be bigger than ourselves.
I'm fine with this or any ad being shown on TV as long as the content is suitable for all ages.
I'm not afraid of opposing viewpoints being shown on TV if they want to pay the ad money.
It's my TV and as an adult, I'm comfortable in making my own choice as to what I choose to watch or believe.
I guess that makes me pro-choice when it comes to advertisements.
For those opposed to this ad being shown - what are you afraid of?
I just don't like the double standard. The fact a gay dating site's ad can't be shown but this can is a little weird.
Maybe it's not a double standard, though. Maybe they thought the content - i.e. guys aggressively making out didn't meet their content standards. Perhaps they would have accepted this ad had it been presented in a different format.
That being said - who cares if it's a double standard? The networks should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show (and accept money from).
Guys aggressively making out?? Do you really think that was the content of the ads they have denied?
I agree that the network should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show. I also think the public, which is the sole reason this network is able to exist, then has a right to speak out against them and voice their opinion about what they're willing to accept in a TV network they support. We are saying we're not willing to accept a double standard.
Some of us also think if the network is going to push an agenda, they should at least be forthright about it and not then try to pass themselves off as "fair and balanced". If they're willing to be bought by Focus on the Family, maybe they should change their name Focus on the Family TV or something.
Guys aggressively making out?? Do you really think that was the content of the ads they have denied?
I agree that the network should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show. I also think the public, which is the sole reason this network is able to exist, then has a right to speak out against them and voice their opinion about what they're willing to accept in a TV network they support. We are saying we're not willing to accept a double standard.
Some of us also think if the network is going to push an agenda, they should at least be forthright about it and not then try to pass themselves off as "fair and balanced". If they're willing to be bought by Focus on the Family, maybe they should change their name Focus on the Family TV or something.
And the company actually had no interest in having this ad take place during the superbowl. They knew it would be denied and would get a whole lot of attention and obviously reach their demo for almost nothing compared to the cost they would be paying for a Superbowl spot.
Guys aggressively making out?? Do you really think that was the content of the ads they have denied?
I agree that the network should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show. I also think the public, which is the sole reason this network is able to exist, then has a right to speak out against them and voice their opinion about what they're willing to accept in a TV network they support. We are saying we're not willing to accept a double standard.
Some of us also think if the network is going to push an agenda, they should at least be forthright about it and not then try to pass themselves off as "fair and balanced". If they're willing to be bought by Focus on the Family, maybe they should change their name Focus on the Family TV or something.
And the company actually had no interest in having this ad take place during the superbowl. They knew it would be denied and would get a whole lot of attention and obviously reach their demo for almost nothing compared to the cost they would be paying for a Superbowl spot.
Hahaha! Okay, I stand corrected on that one. But what about the other ads they've denied, from churches and MoveOn, etc?
Guys aggressively making out?? Do you really think that was the content of the ads they have denied?
I agree that the network should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show. I also think the public, which is the sole reason this network is able to exist, then has a right to speak out against them and voice their opinion about what they're willing to accept in a TV network they support. We are saying we're not willing to accept a double standard.
Some of us also think if the network is going to push an agenda, they should at least be forthright about it and not then try to pass themselves off as "fair and balanced". If they're willing to be bought by Focus on the Family, maybe they should change their name Focus on the Family TV or something.
And the company actually had no interest in having this ad take place during the superbowl. They knew it would be denied and would get a whole lot of attention and obviously reach their demo for almost nothing compared to the cost they would be paying for a Superbowl spot.
Hahaha! Okay, I stand corrected on that one. But what about the other ads they've denied, from churches and MoveOn, etc?
I agree with you, just wanted to let you know about the denied ad. No disagreement from me. I think the article you posted on the last page is outstanding and the opening paragraph says it all.
Maybe it's not a double standard, though. Maybe they thought the content - i.e. guys aggressively making out didn't meet their content standards. Perhaps they would have accepted this ad had it been presented in a different format.
That being said - who cares if it's a double standard? The networks should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show (and accept money from).
Two guys making out is innapropriate, yet heterosexual kisses happen all the time on TV.. Hmm
Believe me, when I was growin up, I thought the worst thing you could turn out to be was normal, So I say freaks in the most complementary way. Here's a song by a fellow freak - E.V
Personally... I don't care.
Who watches the commercials, anyway? Isn't that the time you run to the can to dump all the beer because you got 'Peyton Manning' in the drinking game?
And to me... it's a commercial. Anyone who gets their social perspective from a 30 second spot on the television is... well... to put it as politely as i can think of... a stupid fucking moron.
...
Enjoy the game... drink responsibly... steer clear of the guacamole if you see the 3 year old plunging his bare hands into it... and I hope you win the office pool.
Allen Fieldhouse, home of the 2008 NCAA men's Basketball Champions! Go Jayhawks!
Hail, Hail!!!
Maybe it's not a double standard, though. Maybe they thought the content - i.e. guys aggressively making out didn't meet their content standards. Perhaps they would have accepted this ad had it been presented in a different format.
That being said - who cares if it's a double standard? The networks should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show (and accept money from).
Two guys making out is innapropriate, yet heterosexual kisses happen all the time on TV.. Hmm
It's not inappropriate for me, but I'm not the one making decisions for the network.
How much heavy making out happen on other Super Bowl Commercials? I'm just asking.
The only people we should try to get even with...
...are those who've helped us.
Right 'round the corner could be bigger than ourselves.
Personally... I don't care.
Who watches the commercials, anyway? Isn't that the time you run to the can to dump all the beer because you got 'Peyton Manning' in the drinking game?
And to me... it's a commercial. Anyone who gets their social perspective from a 30 second spot on the television is... well... to put it as politely as i can think of... a stupid fucking moron.
...
Enjoy the game... drink responsibly... steer clear of the guacamole if you see the 3 year old plunging his bare hands into it... and I hope you win the office pool.
Maybe it's not a double standard, though. Maybe they thought the content - i.e. guys aggressively making out didn't meet their content standards. Perhaps they would have accepted this ad had it been presented in a different format.
That being said - who cares if it's a double standard? The networks should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show (and accept money from).
Two guys making out is innapropriate, yet heterosexual kisses happen all the time on TV.. Hmm
It's not inappropriate for me, but I'm not the one making decisions for the network.
How much heavy making out happen on other Super Bowl Commercials? I'm just asking.
Maybe it's not a double standard, though. Maybe they thought the content - i.e. guys aggressively making out didn't meet their content standards. Perhaps they would have accepted this ad had it been presented in a different format.
That being said - who cares if it's a double standard? The networks should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show (and accept money from).
Two guys making out is innapropriate, yet heterosexual kisses happen all the time on TV.. Hmm
It's not inappropriate for me, but I'm not the one making decisions for the network.
How much heavy making out happen on other Super Bowl Commercials? I'm just asking.
I'm thinking more in movie adverts, etc.. etc..
I'm aware the issues are separate, BUT they divide among the same lines.
Believe me, when I was growin up, I thought the worst thing you could turn out to be was normal, So I say freaks in the most complementary way. Here's a song by a fellow freak - E.V
But if Tebow's career tanks will that be Gods fault?
...
I'm wondering if the Tebow commercial will be sandwiched between the Go-Daddy.com commercial showing the strippers with the big fake tits and the Captain Morgan commercials showing the guys in the meat market bars, trying to get laid.
Allen Fieldhouse, home of the 2008 NCAA men's Basketball Champions! Go Jayhawks!
Hail, Hail!!!
It shouldn't have been such a big deal, except in the past they have refused to show ads like that, but then this year due to the economy being in the crapper they relented and decided they'd allow advocacy ads after all. Then, after announcing they'd allow more controversial ads to air, they immediately denied the gay dating ad from airing. IMO, they opened Pandora's Box, and it makes them look bad now they appear to be trying to shove the gay dating ad back inside. It's a nice little PR headache for them, and the only real winner is the dating site who, as Cliffy pointed out, got a ton of publicity for free.
And I listen for the voice inside my head... nothing. I'll do this one myself.
I fully support the Tebow ad. I got to meet him last week in Mobile at the Senior Bowl and he is a class act. If we had more people like Tim Tebow in this world, this planet would be a much better place! I say good for him and for the folks at Focus on the Family for doing this ad.
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I fully support the Tebow ad. I got to meet him last week in Mobile at the Senior Bowl and he is a class act. If we had more people like Tim Tebow in this world, this planet would be a much better place! I say good for him and for the folks at Focus on the Family for doing this ad.
:thumbup: Right on! Seems kinda crazy to be complaining about a pro life add.
I fully support the Tebow ad. I got to meet him last week in Mobile at the Senior Bowl and he is a class act. If we had more people like Tim Tebow in this world, this planet would be a much better place! I say good for him and for the folks at Focus on the Family for doing this ad.
:thumbup: Right on! Seems kinda crazy to be complaining about a pro life add.
Like I've said before, if there was a Pro-Choice ad, do you think there would be less criticism?
Believe me, when I was growin up, I thought the worst thing you could turn out to be was normal, So I say freaks in the most complementary way. Here's a song by a fellow freak - E.V
if cbs aired a pro choice ad and presented an equal time to both sides i would have no problem with this, but they won't so i have a problem with it...i hope they are paying tebow for this because with his recent performances last week his draft stock is not looking too good...
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That was a good one CBS needs to show both sides that's all.
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I fully support the Tebow ad. I got to meet him last week in Mobile at the Senior Bowl and he is a class act. If we had more people like Tim Tebow in this world, this planet would be a much better place! I say good for him and for the folks at Focus on the Family for doing this ad.
:thumbup: Right on! Seems kinda crazy to be complaining about a pro life add.
Like I've said before, if there was a Pro-Choice ad, do you think there would be less criticism?
Pro choice for what? The pro choice to abort there baby simply as a form of birth control?
Pro choice for what? The pro choice to abort there baby simply as a form of birth control?
:roll: :roll: NO! air an ad from planned parenthood AND focus on the family....DUH how can those of us on here of that opinion make that any more clear????
"You can tell the greatness of a man by what makes him angry." - Lincoln
Pro choice for what? The pro choice to abort there baby simply as a form of birth control?
Did you see the Planned Parenthood response I posted above? That should pretty much clear it up for you.
Also, as I'm sure you know, the ad in question is about abortion being recommended for a desired pregnancy because of the risk the pregnancy posed to the life/health of the mother. Not even the "pro-life" zealots could argue that this has anything to do with abortion "simply as a form of birth control."
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I'm not afraid of opposing viewpoints being shown on TV if they want to pay the ad money.
It's my TV and as an adult, I'm comfortable in making my own choice as to what I choose to watch or believe.
I guess that makes me pro-choice when it comes to advertisements.
For those opposed to this ad being shown - what are you afraid of?
...are those who've helped us.
Right 'round the corner could be bigger than ourselves.
Maybe it's not a double standard, though. Maybe they thought the content - i.e. guys aggressively making out didn't meet their content standards. Perhaps they would have accepted this ad had it been presented in a different format.
That being said - who cares if it's a double standard? The networks should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show (and accept money from).
...are those who've helped us.
Right 'round the corner could be bigger than ourselves.
Guys aggressively making out?? Do you really think that was the content of the ads they have denied?
I agree that the network should be free to choose whatever ads they want to show. I also think the public, which is the sole reason this network is able to exist, then has a right to speak out against them and voice their opinion about what they're willing to accept in a TV network they support. We are saying we're not willing to accept a double standard.
Some of us also think if the network is going to push an agenda, they should at least be forthright about it and not then try to pass themselves off as "fair and balanced". If they're willing to be bought by Focus on the Family, maybe they should change their name Focus on the Family TV or something.
This was the ad:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VMqHb03p74
And the company actually had no interest in having this ad take place during the superbowl. They knew it would be denied and would get a whole lot of attention and obviously reach their demo for almost nothing compared to the cost they would be paying for a Superbowl spot.
Hahaha! Okay, I stand corrected on that one.
I agree with you, just wanted to let you know about the denied ad. No disagreement from me. I think the article you posted on the last page is outstanding and the opening paragraph says it all.
Who watches the commercials, anyway? Isn't that the time you run to the can to dump all the beer because you got 'Peyton Manning' in the drinking game?
And to me... it's a commercial. Anyone who gets their social perspective from a 30 second spot on the television is... well... to put it as politely as i can think of... a stupid fucking moron.
...
Enjoy the game... drink responsibly... steer clear of the guacamole if you see the 3 year old plunging his bare hands into it... and I hope you win the office pool.
Hail, Hail!!!
It's not inappropriate for me, but I'm not the one making decisions for the network.
How much heavy making out happen on other Super Bowl Commercials? I'm just asking.
...are those who've helped us.
Right 'round the corner could be bigger than ourselves.
:thumbup:
Couple girls making out could be pretty cool.
I don't care what they show. It's not my station.
But if Tebow's career tanks will that be Gods fault?
I'm aware the issues are separate, BUT they divide among the same lines.
I'm wondering if the Tebow commercial will be sandwiched between the Go-Daddy.com commercial showing the strippers with the big fake tits and the Captain Morgan commercials showing the guys in the meat market bars, trying to get laid.
Hail, Hail!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utcxpuHF7jg
That is hilarious
Awesome!
Gibson Amphitheatre (Los Angeles): 10/7/09
:thumbup: Right on! Seems kinda crazy to be complaining about a pro life add.
"Well, you tell him that I don't talk to suckas."
That was a good one CBS needs to show both sides that's all.
Peace
*MUSIC IS the expression of EMOTION.....and that POLITICS IS merely the DECOY of PERCEPTION*
.....song_Music & Politics....Michael Franti
*The scientists of today think deeply instead of clearly. One must be sane to think clearly, but one can think deeply and be quite INSANE*....Nikola Tesla(a man who shaped our world of electricity with his futuristic inventions)
Pro choice for what? The pro choice to abort there baby simply as a form of birth control?
"Well, you tell him that I don't talk to suckas."
Did you see the Planned Parenthood response I posted above? That should pretty much clear it up for you.
Also, as I'm sure you know, the ad in question is about abortion being recommended for a desired pregnancy because of the risk the pregnancy posed to the life/health of the mother. Not even the "pro-life" zealots could argue that this has anything to do with abortion "simply as a form of birth control."
:roll:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_8NwD9_EVA
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