Apple Poisons Freedom Of Speech
By Karyn Brownlee | BrighterWalk.com
Tweet
Posted 5:53 pm on January 06, 2011
Apple has limited religious speech again, setting a dangerous precedent that has the potential to negatively impact religious communication in America. Last fall, Apple approved the Manhattan Declaration iPhone application, and gave it a “4+” rating, indicating that it was free of objectionable material, only to remove it after a small number of gay-rights activists expressed their objection to the Declaration’s goal of supporting traditional marriage. In December the Manhattan Declaration reworked their proposal in response to Apple’s concerns, submitting nothing except the Declaration with the opportunity to sign it. Apple rejected this proposal also, stating it found its “contents to be objectionable and potentially harmful to others.”
This action by Apple is beyond political correctness. In effect, Apple has now taken a position against biblical Christianity, as well as against civil discourse and free speech. Rather than remaining true to the freedoms we enjoy in America, it has used its power to stifle the communication of biblically-based values, calling them “offensive.” This is not good PR for Apple.
In a civil, reasoned, and respectful way, the Manhattan Declaration promotes the sanctity of every human life, traditional marriage, and religious freedom. Apple’s rejection of the Declaration’s application paves the way for increased restrictions on religious speech regarding moral issues. The result of this decision will affect all faith groups if not overturned.
Take action. Please sign the petition, call 408-996-1010 or email Steve Jobs and express your outrage.
Tags: Apple, freedom of speech, gay rights, Manhattan Declaration, Steve Jobs
Karyn Brownlee, M.Ed. is a master communicator and former school principal who inspires Christians to walk as believing, influential disciples amidst our unbelieving, captivating culture. Once deceived by America’s ‘culturalized Christianity,’ Karyn now eagerly embraces a biblical worldview, enjoys a brighter walk with God, and educates and encourages others to the same. Her passion to proclaim truth and brighten lives is realized in her writing, speaking, teaching and mentoring. Connect with Karyn at http://www.Twitter.com/KarynBrownlee, http://www.Facebook.com/KarynBrownee, or through her website, http://www.BrighterWalk.com.
Related Articles and Blogs
- You Have the Right to Remain Silent
- Apple Apps: Over 10 Billion Served
- Apple Censors Christian Organization
- Political Correctness-The Loss of Self?
- Supreme Court Deciding If Westboro Exercised A Right…Or A Wrong
- Gay Marriage - Shouldn’t Christians Speak the Truth In Love?
- Jesus’ Ministry? There’s an App for That
More Posts by This Author
- What America Needs: Positive Communication
- Why an Imperfect World?
- Highway Sign Denouncing Homosexuals Causes Stir in Texas
- For Kidnap Victim Gracia Burnham ‘God is Enough’
- House Speaker Boehner Praises Christian Media Leaders, Criticizes Washington
- NRB Convention Opens With Challenge To Christian Communicators
- Christian Communicators To Meet In Nashville
