Oregon Media Insiders

More later when I have a chance to catch up, but the fee for the new hope church was $1,700 (not that the amount is the issue).

Associate Director of Membership
On-air, on-line and Event
Oregon Public Broadcasting

I love that Ira Glass would take his message of tolerance and listening into a sanctuary of bigotry.

New Hope's ilk are the ones who should be upset!

I don't see the problem with him appearing at New Hope Church. Yes, I know what they have said and yes he has asked for another venue.

But wouldn't the ultimate revenge be to raise a bunch of money.

Why penalize OPB for someone else's views that just smacks of censorship.

It's not about someone else's views. This is a church that is actively pursuing discrimination: one that has a history of doing so and currently is doing so. THAT is the issue. It's not about revenge, it's about having an event where the public, all of the public, is welcome to come. And at New Hope, they are all certainly not welcome.

If OPB hangs tough on this one, they'll be making a very clear statement that they don't need or want my money. Ever again.

Or maybe they can hold out for a better offer from Scientology!

I call for a boycott of OPB. We might as well be donating to Lars Larson.

The venue has changed to the Oregon Convention Center:

https://www.opb.org/support/contribute/tickets/

Lynn -

It's uncalled for to make the snarky comment about Tom Doggit. He has nothing to do with this event other than being the unlucky person the Oregonian called at 7:30pm on Wednesday night. His reply to questions about the event was along the lines of "What's it say on our website? That's as much as I know"

John
Associate Director of Membership
On-air, on-line and Event
Oregon Public Broadcasting

Hey John - it's good to defend your boss- but learn how to spell his name is a good idea too. Having known Tom for many years - he's got a lot of power there, and very little sneaks by without him knowing or being part of it. Here's some snark - I wouldn't be surprised if he wanted it at New Hope. Years ago, he was responsible for a lot of censuring of gay programming. And that's the truth.

It's interesting John is making official comments here. My understanding is that OPB doesn't respond to the blogosphpere hype, or at least that's what you say. I guess you just pick and choose what blogs you will post on? Interesting.