Cheney to Blitzer: Lay Off My Lesbian Daughter

76. Jesus Christ would NEVER condem anyone!
God does NOT hate homosexuals! People who say that hate homosexuals...don't blame your hate on God.
A "True Christian/Catholic" would never use the word HATE...Jesus never hated...he loved!

Posted at 9:24AM on Jan 25th 2007 by ChristianGirl

77. Wasn't it Edwards that mentioned it in VP debate, not Kerry?????

Posted at 9:35AM on Jan 25th 2007 by Debitdog

78. What a tacky statement/question Wolf posed. If it was his other daughter pregnant, I doubt she would give a tenth of this press. I'm a Christian mother, and the fact that a child is gay doesn't change your love for them. It's just another example of one party trying to stick it to the other.....A new low.

Posted at 10:00AM on Jan 25th 2007 by kathryn

79. I don't know how you could support a man as president...when that man, doesn't accept YOUR CHILD......

If you are a politician, a person with a lot of power....the one thing I owuld want for my CHILD......would be acceptance, acknowledgement.......but the ENTIRE time Cheney plays it down, HIDES it......proves to the whole world that he is embaressed of someone....someone that shares his blood, his family......and he is a POOR EXAMPLE OF A FATHER.......

Posted at 10:06AM on Jan 25th 2007 by Great Dane

80. It was John Edwards that made the comment during the VP debate, not Kerry. Be that as it may, I think Wolf could have respectfully left that question alone. I think it has been well publicized how uncomfortable Cheney is about the topic of homosexuality. Wolf was hoping to bate him into making a controversial comment on the subject.

Posted at 10:52AM on Jan 25th 2007 by Wooderson

81. I think it was out of line. His daughter has said that her father accepted that she was gay & told he just want her to be happy. My hats off to Cheney.

Posted at 4:43PM on Jan 26th 2007 by Reine

82. "Of course, this IS the guy who helped us get into this Iraq mess, but conveniently avoided ever serving in the armed forces during the Vietnam draft. So it's not like people didn't already know old Darth Cheney was a hypocrite."

Posted at 6:36PM on Jan 24th 2007 by beatrice

I'd like to point out that Clinton also dodged the draft. Did you come down on him regarding that while he was in office? No one can do everything just right to please everyone. It's so easy to point a finger and call someone else a hypocrite, but are you so sure you're fit to judge? Do you do everything right with no fault at all?

"Cheney is obviously ashamed of his daughter, despite what he proclaims or he wouldn't have such a hissy-fit when asked a question like this."

Posted at 6:47PM on Jan 24th 2007 by TH

It's nice to know someone here can read Cheney's mind. *roll eyes* Maybe, just maybe, there's another reason why he doesn't want to discuss the matter. Did you ever consider that he feels like he's stuck between a rock and a hard place? He's a Republican who has a lesbian daughter. Historically, Republicans are Christians who believe that homosexuality is a sin. But that doesn't mean he fits into that very tight box. There are some people who are fiscal Republicans, but who are also a bit more liberal socially. It is possible that he supports his daughter and therefore supports gay rights, but being in the party he is, he may feel pressure to not say anything at all. He's going to get heat from both Republicans and Democrats. He really can't win here.

"If Cheney is going to openly say he's against gay marriage but he's got no problem with his own daughter having a child and being in a lesbian relationship, that's just a teensy bit hipocritcal and has a lot to say about the integrity of this man."

Posted at 9:14PM on Jan 24th 2007 by Adrienne

I disagree. One can be against gay marriage but accept that one's daughter is in a lesbian relationship and having a child. You have to remember that Cheney is a Republican and most likely grew up as one and probably in a very religious home (I'm guessing here). Tradition is a very hard thing to break. And when you're taught that the Bible has the last word, it's difficult to go against that. Marriage is, according to the Bible, supposed to be a sacred union between a man and a woman. There are a lot of people who will fight tooth and nail to make sure that doesn't change.

"Elected officials are fair game for public scrutiny, not their families."

Posted at 12:04AM on Jan 25th 2007 by Louie

I completely agree with that statement, Louie.

"Can you imagine the how much teasing this kid will receive for having two mommies - that's not right. Raising children for gay couples should be illegal!"

Posted at 2:04AM on Jan 25th 2007 by DG

In my opinion, that is the most ridiculous statement ever typed. Kids are teased constantly for very petty things. Children are resiliant and strong. They can get through being teased by other kids. I really don't think that because a child will be teased should be a reason at all for your argument. Try again!

"If you are a politician, a person with a lot of power....the one thing I owuld want for my CHILD......would be acceptance, acknowledgement.......but the ENTIRE time Cheney plays it down, HIDES it......proves to the whole world that he is embaressed of someone....someone that shares his blood, his family......and he is a POOR EXAMPLE OF A FATHER......."

Posted at 10:06AM on Jan 25th 2007 by Great Dane

Once again, this is just my opinion, but I do believe that Cheney is simply trying to respect his family by not talking about this. Chances are he's had a hard time accepting that his daughter is gay. It goes against everything he's ever believed, most likely. But I don't see anything in Cheney's demeanor that suggests he's ashamed of his daughter at all.

Every parent wants the best for their child. My mother wasn't happy when I decided to marry at the age of 19. While it did take her a while to adjust to my decision, she accepted it and never told others that she was upset that I married so young. (I do have to admit, she was right, I married too young and eventually divorced.)

My current boyfriend has an aunt who is a lesbian. I was asking her how she would've felt if her nephew had turned out gay. She said she wouldn't wish that upon anyone. Being homosexual right now is a hard life to live. There are so many people who will never accept that people are gay.

I applaud Cheney for keeping the conversation between himself and Blitzer off the topic of his daughter. It seems to me the more attention we put on someone because of their sexuality, race, religion, whatever - the harder it is for people to get past their phobias and accept others' differences. Of course, it doesn't mean we should stop talking about it. There is a time and a place for everything. If Cheney wants to discuss his daughter and her lifestyle choices, let him bring it up. Otherwise, it should be off limits.

Before criticizing a man, walk a mile in his shoes.

Posted at 11:12AM on Jan 25th 2007 by Amy

83. I am a Chrisitian and I am horrified by all the comments that other "so-called Christians" make regarding homosexuality. If you were true Chrisitans then you would remember that Jesus loves all, accepts all, and even walked with prostitutes when he was alive. God does not hate homosexuals, he may not agree with it but he accepts them and loves them because he loves all his children. You should be ashamed of yourselves because as God of children we should encourage people to join in the Lord's walk not alienate them. And to say that a child growing up in an abusive home rather than by two loving parents regardless of their sexual preference is just plain old ignorant. For all the homosexuals reading this not all Christians are as mean spirited as Vega Lee.

Posted at 3:29PM on Jan 25th 2007 by Leslie

84. . Wolf Blitzer was out of line, as was John Kerry. Personal, family relationships have nothing to do with his job as Vice President.
If you were being asked questions about your JOB, would you find it appropriate to discuss your family's business? No way!
Wolf was out of line. Cheney is in the public eye, but to put him on the hot seat for the choices his daughter makes is wrong. And you all know it

Posted at 11:41AM on Jan 25th 2007 by bob

85. Dick Cheney may not agree with his daughter's lifestyle. He may have no problem with it. I do believe though, that the issue is more that people should have a choice, atleast, about what they decide to do with their life. A person can be against gay marriage, but still understand that the constitution allows people, state by state, to choose. If one does not agree with gay marriage, they can still take their stand, but people have to be able to choose their own paths, for better or worse.

Posted at 11:45AM on Jan 25th 2007 by Sachacon

86. The point is moot, since there is NO proof that a God even exists. All the fuss by these Bible-bashers (and I know, I used to be one until I saw the proverbial light) is just a way to excuse their bigotry.

Posted at 12:11PM on Jan 25th 2007 by STeven

87. #10 Beatrice. You don't even know what you are talking about when it comes to the Iraq War, you must be one of those Liberal ASS(**@)) or a Democ(RAT)! From the sounds of it you must be a Liberal Democrat. What a PITY!

Posted at 12:15PM on Jan 25th 2007 by Theresa

88. Amy...you are WAY too intelligent to be posting here. But since you did, THANK YOU...Finally some common sense!!! Lynn I agree with you too.


And a side note this is my first post EVER on this site...not that some of you judgemental jerks care....lol....sorry had to say it.

Posted at 12:58PM on Jan 25th 2007 by Listen to Amy

89. Mary Cheney is not just the daughter of Dick, but also a republican political operative. This question was fair and deserved to be asked & answered. Dick is such a hypocrite! May I say, what a Dick!

Posted at 12:42PM on Jan 25th 2007 by Dennis Jones

90. You see people its not a problem with the religious crowd if your a f***ing rich retarded lesbian...as long as your a RICH retarded lesbian.
Its all about the money.
And boy is wolf blizter a p***y or what?
I would have jumped down that fat asses throat with some real good questions...I'd have made him cry like a little baby.

Posted at 12:43PM on Jan 25th 2007 by bang