Wow - people are so quick to anger sometimes. I hope for the fans that are going they don't cancel. I can't believe the political climate is still this intense. It sucks, but it is what it is.
Another option I thought was pretty cool at an event in Charlotte, NC in December 2016 - An Anti HB2 group set up a donation booth & sold stickers with a petition to sign. We have a green EQUALITY sticker that's in the shape of NC.
Band can do whatever they want but to cancel a show because of politics would be absolutely ridiculous.Yes, I know they did it before. However, they knew ahead of time TN is ass backwards when it comes to things like this. Just don't book a show there. People have spent LOTS of money on non refundable flights, hotels etc. To cancel now, after booking the show, knowing Tennessee's beliefs would be selfish in my opinion. Plus how many people does PJ employ when they play a show? I have no idea, but it's a lot. Canceling a show only costs fans and Bridgestone employees money. Not sure how that benefits anybody
How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
Not that I am at all asking for people to be clones, but when I read bullshit responses like this it makes me wonder how one with such views as you follows a band who is completely opposite to you?
There are so many children who need loving, stable homes. Children have been made parentless through a number of atrocities including the recent drug crisis. You would rather them sit and spin in a system rather than adopted out to a loving couple? As an adoptive parent, I would love to know.
And there it is, I was waiting for the how someone supports a ROCK Band that does not share their politics response..... It’s always my favorite . Don’t you know this Forum is “ Not For You”. The hypocrisy here sometimes is so entertaining for deplorable’s.
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It's wrong of me to be unable to understand how someone who is completely opposite politically follows a band as politically vocal as PJ? Consider me guilty.
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How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
Not that I am at all asking for people to be clones, but when I read bullshit responses like this it makes me wonder how one with such views as you follows a band who is completely opposite to you?
There are so many children who need loving, stable homes. Children have been made parentless through a number of atrocities including the recent drug crisis. You would rather them sit and spin in a system rather than adopted out to a loving couple? As an adoptive parent, I would love to know.
And there it is, I was waiting for the how someone supports a ROCK Band that does not share their politics response..... It’s always my favorite . Don’t you know this Forum is “ Not For You”. The hypocrisy here sometimes is so entertaining for deplorable’s.
Rule #1: Don't be an asshole.
It's wrong of me to be unable to understand how someone who is completely opposite politically follows a band as politically vocal as PJ? Consider me guilty.
Some people just like to listen to music because it’s music, or watch movies because they’re entertaining- not because they align with or against someone’s opinion.
Once they decided to play there they should be committed to playing there. I'm stunned they decided to go to these 3 states in this era.
They're playing 4 states that went for Trump in 2016: Tennessee, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Arizona.
Pennsylvania and Michigan and Wisconsin also went for Trump last time. Do you think they should skip Philly, Pittsburgh, Detroit, and Milwaukee on the 2nd leg? I'm a lifelong Democrat and despise Trump. That said, I have plenty of liberal friends in red states. Pearl Jam and other liberal bands should not avoid playing those states.
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It's apparent none of the "perpetually offended" even bothered to read the article....with that said, close or move this thread.
I actually went back and read the article again. These cocksuckers get state funding? I got no issues if you wanna discriminate like that cause I know at the end of the day you will eventually discriminate yourself out of business but to be able to get state funds and not let a taxpayer who helps support you participate in your services. That's outrageous.
How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
Not that I am at all asking for people to be clones, but when I read bullshit responses like this it makes me wonder how one with such views as you follows a band who is completely opposite to you?
There are so many children who need loving, stable homes. Children have been made parentless through a number of atrocities including the recent drug crisis. You would rather them sit and spin in a system rather than adopted out to a loving couple? As an adoptive parent, I would love to know.
And there it is, I was waiting for the how someone supports a ROCK Band that does not share their politics response..... It’s always my favorite . Don’t you know this Forum is “ Not For You”. The hypocrisy here sometimes is so entertaining for deplorable’s.
And degenerates!
The fact that you focused on a statement about the band instead of the issue of so many children needing homes speaks volumes.
It's apparent none of the "perpetually offended" even bothered to read the article....with that said, close or move this thread.
I actually went back and read the article again. These cocksuckers get state funding? I got no issues if you wanna discriminate like that cause I know at the end of the day you will eventually discriminate yourself out of business but to be able to get state funds and not let a taxpayer who helps support you participate in your services. That's outrageous.
That's a very good point. I was on the fence about this, because I do support religious freedom, but once you're funded by the state then it should be open to everyone. So I would be ok with a strictly religious adoption agency following their religious beliefs when placing kids in a family, but they should not get state funding if they choose to do so. But yes, this does not belong on The Porch.
How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
Not that I am at all asking for people to be clones, but when I read bullshit responses like this it makes me wonder how one with such views as you follows a band who is completely opposite to you?
There are so many children who need loving, stable homes. Children have been made parentless through a number of atrocities including the recent drug crisis. You would rather them sit and spin in a system rather than adopted out to a loving couple? As an adoptive parent, I would love to know.
And there it is, I was waiting for the how someone supports a ROCK Band that does not share their politics response..... It’s always my favorite . Don’t you know this Forum is “ Not For You”. The hypocrisy here sometimes is so entertaining for deplorable’s.
And degenerates!
The fact that you focused on a statement about the band instead of the issue of so many children needing homes speaks volumes.
It's apparent none of the "perpetually offended" even bothered to read the article....with that said, close or move this thread.
I actually went back and read the article again. These cocksuckers get state funding? I got no issues if you wanna discriminate like that cause I know at the end of the day you will eventually discriminate yourself out of business but to be able to get state funds and not let a taxpayer who helps support you participate in your services. That's outrageous.
which is why it will not hold up in a court and everyone should allow the legal people do what the legal people to best
I already lost a show in Raleigh a few years ago for the stupid bathroom bill PLEASE do not do this to me again!
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How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
This wasn't the people. The people didn't rise up and say we need this restriction on adoption in the state for the safety of certain religious groups. Politicians wrote up a law at the behest of special interests with the intent of satiating the intellectual appetite of fear mongers. It was not a proposition that was drafted and voted on by the people. Don't be ridiculously obtuse for the point of poor effect.
Oh but you Sure don’t mind when those same politicians push something you agree with on the population now don’t ya? You don’t mind when they push communist style gun control without a vote of the people. Who’s obtuse now? You don’t mind when your govt funds groups like planned parenthood within asking for a vote of the people right ?
How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
Not that I am at all asking for people to be clones, but when I read bullshit responses like this it makes me wonder how one with such views as you follows a band who is completely opposite to you?
There are so many children who need loving, stable homes. Children have been made parentless through a number of atrocities including the recent drug crisis. You would rather them sit and spin in a system rather than adopted out to a loving couple? As an adoptive parent, I would love to know.
And there it is, I was waiting for the how someone supports a ROCK Band that does not share their politics response..... It’s always my favorite . Don’t you know this Forum is “ Not For You”. The hypocrisy here sometimes is so entertaining for deplorable’s.
And degenerates!
The fact that you focused on a statement about the band instead of the issue of so many children needing homes speaks volumes.
The person has also stated that Greta Thunberg is part of ANTIFA (not joking). Something to keep in my mind when discussing further.
"Mostly I think that people react sensitively because they know you’ve got a point"
How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
This wasn't the people. The people didn't rise up and say we need this restriction on adoption in the state for the safety of certain religious groups. Politicians wrote up a law at the behest of special interests with the intent of satiating the intellectual appetite of fear mongers. It was not a proposition that was drafted and voted on by the people. Don't be ridiculously obtuse for the point of poor effect.
Oh but you Sure don’t mind when those same politicians push something you agree with on the population now don’t ya? You don’t mind when they push communist style gun control without a vote of the people. Who’s obtuse now? You don’t mind when your govt funds groups like planned parenthood within asking for a vote of the people right ?
Still you. I mean you keep proving that with your ignorant posts. You're a joke and you need to evolve as a human being.
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How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
Liberal group think program = being a decent human and treating others with respect
How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
Liberal group think program = being a decent human and treating others with respect
If you really think Liberals = being a decent human and treating people with respect.....you obviously don't get on Social Media very often.
Like a word misplaced...nothing said...what a waste
How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
Liberal group think program = being a decent human and treating others with respect
If you really think Liberals = being a decent human and treating people with respect.....you obviously don't get on Social Media very often.
"Mostly I think that people react sensitively because they know you’ve got a point"
How dare the people of Tennessee set their own standards or have beliefs that don’t go lock step with the new liberal group think program. Don’t worry libs. The day is coming where everyone will simply be clones of one another. What will you cry about then? You’ll find something
Liberal group think program = being a decent human and treating others with respect
If you really think Liberals = being a decent human and treating people with respect.....you obviously don't get on Social Media very often.
I don’t make generalizations about entire groups based on what's on social media. My comment is in response to someone thinking equal access for gays and lesbians is some sort of liberal plot to make us all clones. I suppose conservative are now openly welcoming bigotry in their ongoing struggle with us libs.
shocker this joker joined the forum on January 26th. Probably gutted didn't get GA based on avatar. Trolls gonna troll trolly things.
Just noticed too. Clearly coming in to the fan club 5 days ago with pearl scam as avatar is not an indicator for an pj fan. Please go away troll. You paid your $20, now go away.
Sorry Nazi you can’t order people around and make them obey you.
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And it's not just Southern "conservative" states that have this sort of hateful legislation. There are some progressive states that have it as well.
It's wrong
And as Lin-Manuel so eloquently put it....
LOVE IS LOVE IS LOVE IS LOVE IS LOVE
It's wrong of me to be unable to understand how someone who is completely opposite politically follows a band as politically vocal as PJ? Consider me guilty.
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I'm a lifelong Democrat and despise Trump. That said, I have plenty of liberal friends in red states. Pearl Jam and other liberal bands should not avoid playing those states.
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The fact that you focused on a statement about the band instead of the issue of so many children needing homes speaks volumes.
https://community.pearljam.com/discussion/283146/anti-lgbtq-legislation-florida-and-tennessee/p1
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They should never play Wrigley as it directly funds Trump
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Shitty laws are everywhere. Don't hurt the fans who paid to see you, not to mention any travel arrangements made. Is my opinion.
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Still you. I mean you keep proving that with your ignorant posts. You're a joke and you need to evolve as a human being.
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