Turns out birds of a feather do not flock together.
After his anti-gay (and homophobic) comments about Jason Collins‘ coming out announcement, ESPN analyst Chris Broussard was left standing alone after the network immediately came to Collins’ defense.
ESPN released this statement denouncing Broussard’s wacky comments:
“We regret that a respectful discussion of personal viewpoints became a distraction from today’s news. ESPN is fully committed to diversity and welcomes Jason Collins’ announcement.”
Later, Broussard had some comments of his own, no doubt his attempt to clean up the mess he made.
Today on OTL, as part of a larger, wide-ranging discussion on today’s news, I offered my personal opinion as it relates to Christianity, a point of view that I have expressed publicly before. I realize that some people disagree with my opinion and I accept and respect that. As has been the case in the past, my beliefs have not and will not impact my ability to report on the NBA. I believe Jason Collins displayed bravery with his announcement today and I have no objection to him or anyone else playing in the NBA.
Too late for that, son!
SOURCE: Gawker
