Post by lindsay9911 on Nov 19, 2014 17:06:17 GMT -5
What they did was ridiculous but a anyone who knows anything about the Duggars shouldn't be surprised. I highly doubt TLC would pull the show over it. The whole show is based on their extreme religious views and I'm sure their actions aren't really a shock to anyone at TLC.
Well considering how often the Duggars are talked about on here and on TB in the past, I would say people care. I am not one of them, but plenty of people do. They have deals with People magazine and NBC to announce every time one of them procreates or has a slightly bigger baby bump. I think they are gross. (And I didn't read the link) My disdain for HuffPo is worse than it is for the Duggars.
Post by magentawarped on Nov 19, 2014 17:14:07 GMT -5
I've said for years that they should take that cult off of television. They're completely batshit, and they're not as whitebread wholesome as people like to think.
Well considering how often the Duggars are talked about on here and on TB in the past, I would say people care. I am not one of them, but plenty of people do. They have deals with People magazine and NBC to announce every time one of them procreates or has a slightly bigger baby bump. I think they are gross. (And I didn't read the link) My disdain for HuffPo is worse than it is for the Duggars.
I don't think people actually CARE about them, I think they're a car accident people can't stop looking at. People don't care about them, say, the way people care about Jennifer Lawrence or some celebrity with a head on her shoulders.
Post by iheartthe80s on Nov 19, 2014 18:32:19 GMT -5
Kirk Cameron is probably texting Jim Bog right now. I mean, how will the Duggars pay their bills without selling out on TV? Someone needs to pay for their 1000 guest weddings and iPhones!
I'm always amazed at people who really like them. I got into a conversation with some of my Bunco ladies about the. I actually may have convinced one that the Duggars are nutso.
Whether or not the Duggars are on tv this lifestyle will continue. If people didn't watch the show it would be pulled in a heart beat. Don't like it? Don't watch. All the petition does is bring more attention to them and the show.
Whether or not the Duggars are on tv this lifestyle will continue. If people didn't watch the show it would be pulled in a heart beat. Don't like it? Don't watch. All the petition does is bring more attention to them and the show.
Yeah, let's stick our thumbs up our asses and look the other way while these child abusers (go read up on their "discipline" beliefs. Not to mention the emotional abuse especially to the female children) run around spreading their beliefs unchecked.
Post by olivegoose on Nov 19, 2014 22:11:43 GMT -5
There's a few people on my BMB who defend them hardcore. I don't get it at all, and have said as much.
They are gross and they shouldn't be on TV. I dislike reality families in general but they get an extra slice of contempt for their backwards, abusive, bigoted, oppressive ways.
Whether or not the Duggars are on tv this lifestyle will continue. If people didn't watch the show it would be pulled in a heart beat. Don't like it? Don't watch. All the petition does is bring more attention to them and the show.
Yeah, let's stick our thumbs up our asses and look the other way while these child abusers (go read up on their "discipline" beliefs. Not to mention the emotional abuse especially to the female children) run around spreading their beliefs unchecked.
Good fucking plan.
That's totally what I said... Should we not learn anything from Duck Dynasty? TLC cares about ratings and viewers, not about petitions. I don't think their crazy viewpoints should go unchecked, I think that if you really want to make a difference you will hit them where it hurts. Their wallet.
Post by penguingrrl on Nov 20, 2014 8:29:10 GMT -5
I have never watched the show and won't on principal. Everything I've read about them suggests they're child abusers at best, plus misogynistic assholes. I don't think they need a petition to be pulled off the air because if people weren't watching they would have been pulled. Clearly their show brings TLC money and money is what talks.
I would support a petition to have CPS open a case against them and have the children removed for physical and emotional abuse (which is what their brand of brainwashing is).
Kirk Cameron is probably texting Jim Bog right now. I mean, how will the Duggars pay their bills without selling out on TV? Someone needs to pay for their 1000 guest weddings and iPhones!
Whether or not the Duggars are on tv this lifestyle will continue. If people didn't watch the show it would be pulled in a heart beat. Don't like it? Don't watch. All the petition does is bring more attention to them and the show.
I just listened to that. I just feel so sorry for them, it seems like the majority of them are in relationships that are abusive in some way and they are fearful of the "outside world". They isolate themselves and give someone else (husbands) complete control over their lives and major decisions. I am not really sure how reality TV would fit into the description of this lifestyle. And People magazine spreads, where do those fit in? I think the Duggars are all hypocrites.
Post by dizzycooks on Nov 20, 2014 13:02:17 GMT -5
I can't believe her stance would surprise people. If they didn't have people interested in watching their lifestyle or there weren't people who agreed with what they see, then it wouldn't be on the air. I'm surprised it took an airing of her saying it on tv to actually bring this viewpoint to life honestly.
Post by amynumbers on Nov 20, 2014 13:30:27 GMT -5
Eh, I think TLC does a good job of whitewashing their belief system. Like if you just watch the show and that is all of the Duggars, I don't think you see lost of the truly horrific stuff. You never see them blanket train, I don't think homosexuality has ever been mentioned, and nothing about their political campaigning.
Eh, I think TLC does a good job of whitewashing their belief system. Like if you just watch the show and that is all of the Duggars, I don't think you see lost of the truly horrific stuff. You never see them blanket train, I don't think homosexuality has ever been mentioned, and nothing about their political campaigning.
Yep. Up until this point TLC has hid their evil beliefs and ways. And they themselves have hid them too. Funny how weak their convictions are when money is involved!
Whether or not the Duggars are on tv this lifestyle will continue. If people didn't watch the show it would be pulled in a heart beat. Don't like it? Don't watch. All the petition does is bring more attention to them and the show.
Yeah, let's stick our thumbs up our asses and look the other way while these child abusers (go read up on their "discipline" beliefs. Not to mention the emotional abuse especially to the female children) run around spreading their beliefs unchecked.
Good fucking plan.
What the hell? 1. That's not what she said it's not even implied.
2. How have you actively worked to stop the Duggar's abuse today? Ranted in an obscure message board? Way to be an activist. Wtf.
Yeah, let's stick our thumbs up our asses and look the other way while these child abusers (go read up on their "discipline" beliefs. Not to mention the emotional abuse especially to the female children) run around spreading their beliefs unchecked.
Good fucking plan.
What the hell? 1. That's not what she said it's not even implied.
2. How have you actively worked to stop the Duggar's abuse today? Ranted in an obscure message board? Way to be an activist. Wtf.
Whether or not the Duggars are on tv this lifestyle will continue. If people didn't watch the show it would be pulled in a heart beat. Don't like it? Don't watch. All the petition does is bring more attention to them and the show.
Yeah, let's stick our thumbs up our asses and look the other way while these child abusers (go read up on their "discipline" beliefs. Not to mention the emotional abuse especially to the female children) run around spreading their beliefs unchecked.
Good fucking plan.
Hey, they emotionally abuse the male children, too. eta: oops, reading fail. missed the "especially".
Nope you were the one who lit into Lexie and put words in her mouth.
I'm glad it wasn't just me! We both agree that they are crazy, abusive nutjobs. Calm down.
You said we shouldn't talk about it and no one should petition to get it pulled because it gives them more attention. You want to ignore it and hope it goes away on it's own.
And LOL at lit into. Hey AG- you realize you liked my response to her, right?