The Editor’s Desk

I am every disappointed that Newsweek
would run such a distorted
interpretation of scripture as you did
with the homosexual marriage article in
this week's edition.

At least I know where Newsweek now
stands on the issue. I ask for accuracy
and fairness in your reporting on
homosexual marriage in the future.
Considering your strong support for
homosexual marriage, I very much doubt
your ability to be fair and accurate.

I am every disappointed that Newsweek
would run such a distorted
interpretation of scripture as you did
with the homosexual marriage article in
this week's edition.

At least I know where Newsweek now
stands on the issue. I ask for accuracy
and fairness in your reporting on
homosexual marriage in the future.
Considering your strong support for
homosexual marriage, I very much doubt
your ability to be fair and accurate.

Newsweek magazine is more than intellectually bankrupt???it is unserious. It is a joke, no one takes it seriously anymore.

I tried to e-mail CEO Ascheim directly, but the e-mail bounced back undeliverable. Although this article and the apparent intent behind it anger me, I do not want to respond in anger or judgement. As a Christian, it is not my place to judge. I will pray for the wisdom of the staff and for Lisa Miller to experience a more accurate encounter with the Bible in the future. I found this article completely one-sided and a distorted interpretation of scripture. It appears Ms. Miller did no more than a cursory review of selected scripture and then sought to find sources who would share her own interpretations. There is no balance of opinion here, nor is the piece remotely inclusive of the myriad of scripture that deals with this issue very clearly. This article was more activism than journalism. And while Newsweek may prefer to actively endorse homosexuality, it is unfair and completely inaccurate to suggest that the Word of God does the same. I would hope in the future you would seek to engage the Christian community, instead of condeming it, it may lead to a more balanced report - it certainly would have led to a more accurate interpretation of the Bible.

Jon Meacham a "Christian"?? No way!
Or, do you mean the way Obama is a "Christian"?
Both a joke.

We get it. You and the writers of your magazine do not believe in GOD. I find that no reason to insult those of us that do. You're an insulting person, demeaning all of Christianity and all Christians. Don't forget, Muslims believe in a god also. I'm going to email this 'article' you wrote to them. You may find glee in insulting Christians, but I suspect you will hide under your desk when the Muslims want to see you.

I just got my copy of Newsweek in the mail. It is unbelievably refreshing to see logic and rationality being used. The constant barrage of deception and manipulation coming from the theocrats is tiresome and ignorant. Thank you for being an intelligent voice in the chaos of stupidity.

I now remember where I have seen Mr. Meachem before. It was in a debate with Christopher Hitchens: a man whose views I oppose, but whose integrity I respect. Mr. Meachem was representing himself as a "Christian," and asked Mister Hitchens if he, Meachem, was a threat to Hitchens as a ???believer.??? Hitchens chuckled and said, essentially, ???No, your beliefs are too mild to be a threat to anyone.???

THANK YOU NEWSWEEK for standing up to bigotry with rationality. Those who are the most fearful of tolerance will continue to bash you, but you are doing the right thing. I will be sure to purchase a copy of this issue and many issues in the future.

The assumption that the Bible doesn???t explicitly define marriage between a man and woman is completely false. God instituted and ordained this relationship with Adam and Eve. Genesis 2:22-24 states, ???And the rib, which the Lord God had taken from man, made he a woman, and brought her unto the man. And Adam said, This is now bone of my bones, and flesh of my flesh: she shall be called Woman, because she was taken out of Man. Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.???

Jesus reaffirmed this relationship in the New Testament. Matthew 19:4-6 says, ???Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them male and female, and said, For this cause shall a man leave father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife: and they twain shall be one flesh. Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.???

While your article is interesting, it is flawed at it's basic premise. Just because someone adheres to scriptures does not make them unintellectual. You would have to appeal to all religions that use sacred texts for their foundations. Even Mr. Meacham I'm sure adhere's to some kind of written text, whether that be in the study of science or whatever religion he may be. Especially if he is a writer and editor - the value of the written word & page should be understood by him.
He has made this article not about the issue of gay marriage - but the issue of Christians believing that the Bible is their source of faith. Is this alright for someone to adhere to a set of standards in their faith? I believe so. I would encourage you to read the book: "Slaves, Women and Homosexuals" by William Webb. It is a great "intellectual" book and it talks about these topics concerning the Bible. http://www.amazon.com/Slaves-Women-Homosexuals-Exploring-Hermeneutics/dp/0830815619

newsWEAK !
I do not oppose "Gay marriage", I oppose propaganda and lying.

newsWEAK has gone TOO FAR, saying that I am worse than any Islamic fundamentalist!
newsWEAK says to "resort to biblical authority is the worst kind of fundamentalism" and that means me!

Thanks,newsWEAK, for awakening us! (my church, family and friends, and those like us)
Now we will know for CERTAIN that we are truly AT WAR with YOU!
We will not only stop buying or reading any related products, not just take every opportunity, but will active and aggressively fight you, by removing your products when we find them in lobbies, telling doctors, dentists, etc., to cancel subscriptions, and blogging EVERYWHERE against you.

We are not all as ignorant and stupid as you presume.

I'm not asking you to retract or change. Just getting in your face to tell you we are not afraid, and will fight you! We may not win the war, but I will do all I can to see that you, on the front of the attack, will go down in this battle!

mphilly is spot on! I know and believe the Bible (I am a data analyst by profession.). I oppose frowning on "Gay Marriage" and abortion because I understand the Bible says no "sin" is worse than any other - including that of judging another.
The worst problem today is humans have not only chosen to be ft and lazy physically, but mentally, by choosing to believe there is no ultimate Truth (i.e.God), and thereby avoiding any need for mental exercise. People today choose to believe whatever lie suits their desires.

Hey Meachem, you wouldn't possibly think that flying airplanes into buildings is the worst kind of fundamentalism?

I'm not religious so let me say this from a strictly secular point of view-*** you Meachem. Your magazine sucks and soon you'll be out of a job.

History and demographics MIGHT be on the side of gay marriage. But, the Newsweek poll does not evaluate repondents by experience with marriage and child-rearing. As people accumulate life experiences, their opinions can be affected. Perhaps the apparent "generational difference" actually reflects that greater experience with marriage and/or child-rearing correlates with lesser approval of same-sex marriage. For example, what percentage of the 18-34 year olds surveyed have elementary school age and/or high school age children? Marriage and parenthood have changed my opinions on various issues and I doubt that I am unusual in that respect.

Newsweek, your agenda is showing.

That is so gay.

So Christians should not "resort to the Bible" as their authority? By what authority does Meacham make that judgment? Is he appealing to his own understanding, to cultural shifts, to 'liberal' views? What makes those more authoritative, especially for a Christian?

Does Meacham also condemn Buddhists who appeal to Buddhist texts, or to Muslims who appeal to the Koran, or to Hindus who appeal to the Vedas? Should we throw away the texts for our beliefs and simply sail along with whatever society thinks is best? That, too, Mr. Meacham, is an authority. You are simply arguing for substituting one authority for another.

I don't read anything about haircuts.