Senator Lindsey Graham (Photo: YouTube)
South Carolina Senator Lindsay Graham spoke out for Chick-fil-A, saying he was ready to “go to war” to defend the brand of chicken sandwich.
Chick-fil-A has long been criticized for his past donations to Christian groups and anti-LGBTQ politicians. This resulted in the boycott, brand picketing, and the loss of lucrative contracts.
Just this week, it emerged that Democrats in New York were considering banning Chick-fil-A from applying for contracts at rest stops. The state is considering a $ 450 million plan to modernize 27 rest areas on its road network.
Among the main attempts to stop Chick-fil-A from operating at rest areas is State Assembly Member Harry Bronson, who has started a petition to stop Chick-fil-A from entering.
After years of millions of donations to organizations hostile to LGBTQ + rights, the decision to approve @ChickfilA as an approved concession to our rest stops is worrying to say the least.
It is time for the @NYSThruway to reconsider this choice. pic.twitter.com/8sOkNRjQop
– Harry B. Bronson (@HarryBBronson) July 10, 2021
Graham was among those who criticized the move, saying on Twitter: “I hope this threat is nothing but bluster from the leftist politicians in New York. If such a disastrous decision were to happen – to ban a business enterprise because of exercising their First Amendment rights – it would set a horrible precedent. “
Then it emerged that some students and faculty at Notre Dame Catholic University in Indiana objected to a Chick-fil-A outing on campus. It sent Graham over the edge.
I want everyone in South Carolina and across America to know that I have Chick fil-A’s back.
I hope it is not necessary, but I will go to war for the principles defended by Chick fil-A.
Good food.
Very good service.
Great values.
God bless Chick fil-A!
– Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) July 14, 2021
“I want everyone in South Carolina and across America to know that I have Chick fil-A’s back. I hope it is not necessary, but I will go to war for the principles defended by Chick fil-A. Good food. Very good service. Great values. God bless Chick fil-A!
In 2012, Chick-fil-A CEO Dan Cathy said the company was “guilty of the charge” when asked if the brand opposes same-sex marriage. The backlash that followed led people to take a closer look at the company’s charitable giving. This revealed several religious groups and organizations known for their anti-LGBTQ policies.
Since then, the brand has been trying to change public opinion on its position. In 2019, he announced he was making a major shift in his charitable giving and would focus on promoting youth education, tackling youth homelessness and tackling hunger.
Chick-fil-A has always denied having a political agenda. Responding to news of New York’s rest plans, he released a statement this week saying, “We want to be clear that Chick-fil-A doesn’t have a political or social agenda, and we welcome everyone. world in our restaurants. “
Graham’s passionate defense of Chick-fil-A drew a scathing response online.
So shit Jan 6 but by God save the chicken sandwich from shit.
– Amanda Jo (@imamandajo) July 14, 2021
It’s a fast food restaurant that you garden trolls. We have real problems and you are going to fight for a franchise in a state that you don’t live in. Go get some lip balm and put your lips back on Trump’s orange ass.
– Fred Wellman (@FPWellman) July 14, 2021
Q: What do Linsdey Graham and Chick-fil-A have in common?
A: They are both popular with people who need to have a phonetically spelled “net”.
– Ms. Betty Bowers (@BettyBowers) July 14, 2021
You are such a loser. This is fast food, shit. It’s not Pearl Harbor, you tasteless little penis.
– The Hoarse Whisper (@TheRealHoarse) July 15, 2021
Is that your concern? Support a far-right company that supports hate groups? I support ND to fight against companies that further divide individuals and their right to freedom to choose. You sound like your everything for authoritarianism. Their Campus, their choice!
– Kandid says “Fully vaxxed, masked for you!” ❤️ (@ Kandid61Kandi) July 14, 2021
In which we learn that Lindsey’s hill to die on is a fast food restaurant.
– Jarrett Bellini (@JarrettBellini) July 14, 2021
We get it, man, you’re obsessed with Chick-fil-a. But people are dying from Covid. Maybe focus on telling people to get the shot, instead of advertising a fast food chain that is one of your donors. pic.twitter.com/6udRtZIeIN
– Scott Dworkin (@funder) July 14, 2021
Homophobia is not a value, man. It is ignorant hatred, based on fear. Frankly, how do you sleep at night?
– Steve Blum (@blumspew) July 14, 2021
I think the shilling for a corporation is not a good image for an elected official. Goya beans and pillows are next, I guess.
– 🌊🇺🇸Vaccinated Carrie Sweet🇺🇸🌊 (@ CarrieSweet2017) July 14, 2021
