The Morehead News

January 20, 2009

No need for controversy over sign


The editor:

I would like to take this time to thank all the people who made phone calls, sent e-mails, cards and letters in support of the sign (Jesus is the reason for the season) that I had displayed during the Christmas season.

I know that I have upset a few people in this town by having it displayed and I want to apologize to them. I was not trying to push my beliefs off on anyone. I believe that everyone has a right to believe in what they choose.

The intent of the sign was to get people to stop and think about what they were doing and where they are going. Yes, I took a stand in what I believe as did you with your e-mails and letters to the editor and not once have I downgraded you or said that you can’t do that. You have a right to believe in what you do as do I.

I also have a right to the same freedom of speech as you. I don’t and will never condemn you for what you believe in and you shouldn’t condemn me either.

Chris Williams
Morehead