Gene Robinson: Warren Invitation "a Slap in the Face"

[QC]

V. Gene Robinson, the Episcopal bishop of New Hampshire, whose consecration caused a painful divide in his church because he is openly gay, said that when he heard about the selection of Mr. Warren, “it was like a slap in the face.”

Bishop Robinson had been an early public endorser of Mr. Obama’s candidacy, and said he had helped serve as a liaison between the campaign and the gay community. He said he had called officials who work for Mr. Obama to share his dismay, and been told that Mr. Obama was trying to reach out to conservatives and give everybody a seat at the table.

“I’m all for Rick Warren being at the table,” Bishop Robinson said, “but we’re not talking about a discussion, we’re talking about putting someone up front and center at what will be the most watched inauguration in history, and asking his blessing on the nation. And the God that he’s praying to is not the God that I know.”

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/12/20/us/politics/20warren.html?_r=2

[crappyjazz]

1. And here's to you Mr. Robinson ...

I'm sorry for your disappointment ... hurts ... a lot

[Rowdyboy]

2. Thanks Gene.....

Who knows, maybe he'll listen

[Maven]

3. Gene Robinson should learn to be more tolerant!

[QC]

6. He needs to be more pragmatic and stop whining about his pet issues! n/t

[last1standing]

4. I'm sure some generous soul will come along shortly to tell Bishop Robinson to get over it.

n/t

[kath]

5. A very hearty K & R!

[defendandprotect]

7. Agree ...

[ruggerson]

8. Rec this post if you think Bishop Robinson is a wh1ner!

[QC]

9. HE NEEEDS TO GIT OVER IT!1!1!!!!

[yardwork]

10. Just another queer whining.