Reader: Stock Show gay joke controversy is political correctness run amok

Michael Roberts January 19, 2011 10:27AM

The National Western Stock Show may have acknowledged that Brokeback Mountain jokes at the rodeo were offensive.

But not all of our readers agree -- including one whose reference to a certain savior prompts a well-aimed shot at PC sensibilities.

Phil writes:

Jesus Christ. Get a sense of humor.

Opps, sorry if I offended anyone who is a Christian or without a sense of humor. That's the most important part of life -- not offending anyone.

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Michael Roberts has written for Westword since October 1990, serving stints as music editor and media columnist. He currently covers everything from breaking news and politics to sports and stories that defy categorization.

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