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Mayor Michael Taylor Sodom and Gomorrah

Mayor Michael Taylor Misinterprets Sodom and Gomorrah

 photo Screen Shot 2016-02-06 at 8.43.19 PM_zpsugpohsqe.pngHave you ever heard of the phrase, “Ignorance is Bliss”? I can imagine that this phrase can most certainly have its benefits in providing or rather maintaining peace in the hearts of others. However, ignorance pertaining to some situations can be considered dangerous especially if you hold a position of power. It has come to the attention of many if not a few that the then Councilman Mike Taylor, now mayor, of Sterling Heights City, MI gave a painfully ignorant interpretation of the Biblical passage of Sodom and Gomorrah which was twisted in such a way that it does not apply to the condemnation of homosexuality. Although, we can thankfully take his word for it that it was “from his religious rearing” and he was reciting his understanding of the Sodom and Gomorrah story and not claiming it to be the true interpretation of the biblical passage. Nevertheless, according to Mr. Taylor the story goes, Read More...

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