One featuring Heisman trophy winner, Tim Tebow, for Focus on the Family. Although the oganizations protesting this commercial have not seen what is actually in it, they have begun labeling it "anti-abortion" instead of pro-life or pro-family. Where were these womens organizations every year when companies are practically selling women's naked bodies to endorse their products? I don't hear their outrage! From all the reports I have seen and heard about this commercial, he discusses a personal experience he and his family has had with abortion. While his mom was pregnant with him, the doctor suggested she get an abortion because they believed he was a fetal mass of tissue, and she refused. Now he is an outstanding, record breaking, Heisman trophy winner, and seemingly stand-up guy. I've heard people refer to him and his message as 'hateful'. Why is it hateful for him to share what he believes, not tearing someone down in the same breath, but patriotic for others who believe in a more mainstream view to stand up for theirs? The double standard is staggering.I've heard several celebrities respond when asked about this hot topic, and almost all have responded in the same manner. The most recent was Ashton Kutcher on The View this morning. He said something to the affect of, "I wish he would just play football instead of comment on political topics". Then how does that apply to you Ashton when you were traveling endorsing President Obama during the 2008 campaign? I wish you would just stick to acting, or punking people instead of telling me who to vote for. But just as you have the right, Tim Tebow definitely has the right. And I appreciate him for standing up for what he believes in, although it is not the most popular position.
Contact CBS and let them know what you think HERE.
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I just sent this letter to CBS:
I would like to applaud you for keeping the Super Bowl as it should be, family friendly. In years past we have avoided watching the game with our young kids around, because majority of the commercials are inappropriate. Although I am not against a gay man dating website, I think that if the commercial shows inappropriate material it should not be on during prime time. Same with any type of commercial that shows inappropriate or suggestive content.
I would also want to voice my support in the Focus on the Family commercial that has been labeled "anti-abortion" instead of "pro-family" or "pro-life", featuring Tim Tebow. I fully support and look forward to seeing this commercial during the Super Bowl. I hope that you do not waiver in your decision with all the "controversy" it is stirring up.
Thank you again, and I hope that the family-friendly atmosphere will become more of the trend on CBS, especially during the Super Bowl.
Sarah Bushman
Edmond, OK
Great letter!
All hype and no controversy! I am very pleasd. It was somewhat touching, kinda funny and advertised the website for Focus on the Family. If there wasn't the "controversy" before the Superbowl, I think most people would have missed it!
He tackled his mother! good grief..
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