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noeynox said:
If BYU was going into the homes of GLBT community and condemning them that would be a problem. If the government was allowing harrasment or making it a crime to be lgbt that would be a problem.
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LDS church has, for decades, funded legislation that codifies exactly that. BYU is an extension of the church.

This isn't hard to parse.
 
noeynox said:
Were talking about particular religion practicing religion and requirements they make of followers of their Faith. They are no different than any other religion in the world in that respect.

If BYU was going into the homes of GLBT community and condemning them that would be a problem. If the government was allowing harrasment or making it a crime to be lgbt that would be a problem.

That's not what is happening there. BYU has an honor code that anyone wishing to attend is made aware of. If you take a look at it and it isn't for you, another university will gladly take your money and provide you an education. What you have here is a group that wants BYU punished because they don't agree with the honor code. I see hypocrisy in that stance, but it will likely keep em out of the big 12.
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Very well said.
 
noeynox said:
Were talking about particular religion practicing religion and requirements they make of followers of their Faith. They are no different than any other religion in the world in that respect.

If BYU was going into the homes of GLBT community and condemning them that would be a problem. If the government was allowing harrasment or making it a crime to be lgbt that would be a problem.

That's not what is happening there. BYU has an honor code that anyone wishing to attend is made aware of. If you take a look at it and it isn't for you, another university will gladly take your money and provide you an education. What you have here is a group that wants BYU punished because they don't agree with the honor code. I see hypocrisy in that stance, but it will likely keep em out of the big 12.
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This thread is drifting toward Cesspool issues. That said, I think another poster nailed this one.

BYU is welcome to have any policy they like (unless they accept federal or state money.)
The Big 12 is welcome to decide what shared values they want members to have. Let's see what the outcome is, but Baylor may have unknowingly driven the last nail in BYU's chances to join the Big 12.
 
noeynox said:
Were talking about particular religion practicing religion and requirements they make of followers of their Faith. They are no different than any other religion in the world in that respect.

If BYU was going into the homes of GLBT community and condemning them that would be a problem. If the government was allowing harrasment or making it a crime to be lgbt that would be a problem.

That's not what is happening there. BYU has an honor code that anyone wishing to attend is made aware of. If you take a look at it and it isn't for you, another university will gladly take your money and provide you an education. What you have here is a group that wants BYU punished because they don't agree with the honor code. I see hypocrisy in that stance, but it will likely keep em out of the big 12.
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Actually, that's exactly what the Mormon church did. You choose the article you want to read from the publication you trust the most. Other religions aren't free of scrutiny on this issue but the Mormon church, and by extension BYU in my opinion, did exactly what you suggested they didn't.
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CL82 said:
This thread is drifting toward Cesspool issues. That said, I think another poster nailed this one.

BYU is welcome to have any policy they like (unless they accept federal or state money.)
The Big 12 is welcome to decide what shared values they want members to have. Let's see what the outcome is, but Baylor may have unknowingly driven the last nail in BYU's chances to join the Big 12.
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BYU does accept federal money. They're now under investigation for non compliance with federal Title IX law regarding the April rape reporting incident. 260 other schools are also under investigation, so it's not like it's a really big deal. They all end up deciding to change their policies and procedures in line with whatever the feds recommend. They won' t risk losing the federal funding on principle, if it comes down to that.

Whether all the negative press will derail their B12 candidacy remains to be seen, but if the networks really want them they'll be in. Who's got enough corresponding value to replace them? Only us, but that presupposes we are already on the outside looking in, which is possible but unlikely.
 
CAHUSKY said:
Actually, that's exactly what the Mormon church did. You choose the article you want to read from the publication you trust the most. Other religions aren't free of scrutiny on this issue but the Mormon church, and by extension BYU in my opinion, did exactly what you suggested they didn't.
Google
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I'm gonna agree to disagree and move on.
 
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UConnNick said:
BYU does accept federal money. They're now under investigation for non compliance with federal Title IX law regarding the April rape reporting incident. 260 other schools are also under investigation, so it's not like it's a really big deal. They all end up deciding to change their policies and procedures in line with whatever the feds recommend. They won' t risk losing the federal funding on principle, if it comes down to that.

Whether all the negative press will derail their B12 candidacy remains to be seen, but if the networks really want them they'll be in. Who's got enough corresponding value to replace them? Only us, but that presupposes we are already on the outside looking in, which is possible but unlikely.
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Actually it really is a big deal and needs to be addressed across all college campuses.
 
Irish Loop said:
I love @huskymedic as much as the next guy, but I don't think this really qualifies as a Platinum Top-Shelf Tweet. It's not news at all.
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I didn't want to be the guy that said it, but yeah. Always get excited to see that thread have a new post, but that was a let down haha.
 
ConnHuskBask said:
I didn't want to be the guy that said it, but yeah. Always get excited to see that thread have a new post, but that was a let down haha.
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Shall this be referred to the SHAMING thread?
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ConnHuskBask said:
I didn't want to be the guy that said it, but yeah. Always get excited to see that thread have a new post, but that was a let down haha.
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Bah, the man's doing his job. If it was another schools AD, we'd leave it up there.
 
Irish Loop said:
I love @huskymedic as much as the next guy, but I don't think this really qualifies as a Platinum Top-Shelf Tweet. It's not news at all.
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ConnHuskBask said:
I didn't want to be the guy that said it, but yeah. Always get excited to see that thread have a new post, but that was a let down haha.
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100% agree it's not news for us... That was placed there for the many lurkers (and for those who do not have Twitter). My apologies for the false woody.
 
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Quick question. Why doesn't Notre Dame want to join the ACC? Is it really just history of being independent and their deal with NBC?
 
partyATkemba said:
Quick question. Why doesn't Notre Dame want to join the ACC? Is it really just history of being independent and their deal with NBC?
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The legend has it that should Notre Dame leave independent status that Touchdown Jesus will step from the side of the building and flatten the golden dome.
 
I always crack up when people bring up the fact that if Notre Dame joins the ACC we're in as No. 16 for sure, like it's supposed to make people feel better.

"Guys, all we need is for something to happen that has never happened in over 100 years of history and for them to give up a lucrative TV deal in the process! It's a sure thing!"
 
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UConn990411 said:
It's clear Susan and co. have been doing everything the past few years to put UConn in the best position possible when expansion came back on the table...regardless of which conference is looking to expand. But it's always good to hear confirmation of this.

I'm also proud that UConn is doing this behind closed doors. It's utterly embarrassing watching the other AAC schools publicly beg for an invite while they're still being paid by another conference.
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How is it clear we are doing all possible? C'mon. AND Wharton is full of beans too spewing stuff anyone can write based on what's out there. How is what they are doing now (Suzy and Benedict) which is what, tight lipped, and what Suzy and Warde did when Louisville ate our lunch? (Again tight lipped do nothing ). Saying we are doing things behind closed doors and stating all these muckety mucks are advocating, and no evidence or leaks?
Hope so, but highly suspect.
 
Alum86 said:
How is it clear we are doing all possible? C'mon. AND Wharton is full of beans too spewing stuff anyone can write based on what's out there. How is what they are doing now (Suzy and Benedict) which is what, tight lipped, and what Suzy and Warde did when Louisville ate our lunch? (Again tight lipped do nothing ). Saying we are doing things behind closed doors and stating all these muckety mucks are advocating, and no evidence or leaks?
Hope so, but highly suspect.
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There have been a couple of leaks. Someone posted that the Big 12 honchos visited the campus last week. And someone posted that W was advocating for us. Who knew that former Gov. Weicker would be advocating for us? ;)
 
Weicker? Or W meaning Bush?
I saw that posting previous and was confused. Weicker the arrogant windbag cannot have any sway over anyone.
 
Alum86 said:
How is it clear we are doing all possible? C'mon. AND Wharton is full of beans too spewing stuff anyone can write based on what's out there. How is what they are doing now (Suzy and Benedict) which is what, tight lipped, and what Suzy and Warde did when Louisville ate our lunch? (Again tight lipped do nothing ). Saying we are doing things behind closed doors and stating all these muckety mucks are advocating, and no evidence or leaks?
Hope so, but highly suspect.
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What... Unless you are in the room you aren't going to believe that they are doing their job? You probably wouldn't believe the sun will come up tomorrow without seeing it yourself. Be more of a miserable fan, you can't.
 
You're a homer Mike. I understand.
I am a grad and a fan longer than you and am I entitled to my opinion.
All unicorns and ponies and putting your trust in Suzy and formerly Warde. Stop
 
Alum86 said:
You're a homer Mike. I understand.
I am a grad and a fan longer than you and am I entitled to my opinion.
All unicorns and ponies and putting your trust in Suzy and formerly Warde. Stop
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Mommy never told you that patience is a virtue, huh?
 
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Thought Gundy had a good take.

The line about the league being clueless was pretty funny too.
 
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