They are expressing their discontent.
A Catholic advocacy group is calling on MSNBC to apologize for what they consider offensive remarks about Christians made by the network’s on-air talent during the Iowa caucuses. Bill Donohue, president of the Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, penned a letter to MSNBC President Rashida Jones and Comcast President Michael Cavanagh, expressing concern over comments made by MSNBC opinion host Joy Reid.
Reid, in her coverage of the Iowa caucuses, criticized the state, stating it is “overrepresented by white Christians.” She highlighted statistics indicating that Iowa’s population is approximately 61% white Christians, exceeding the national average of 41%, and questioned the support of white Evangelical Christians for former President Donald Trump.
Donohue emphasized a perceived double standard, arguing that if similar comments were directed at atheists or Muslims, consequences would follow. He also raised attention to comments from Tara Setmayer of The Lincoln Project, who referred to Christians as a “death cult.”
The letter underscored the necessity for a “strong network response” to address what Donohue views as anti-Christian remarks. He questioned the absence of repercussions for such comments, asserting that bigotry against any demographic group should not find a place on television.
This is not the first time Reid has faced accusations of using her platform to criticize Christians. Donohue cited past instances where she associated American Christians with religious extremism, drawing parallels with the Taliban in the context of Afghanistan.
Donohue concluded the letter by urging the heads of MSNBC and its parent company to provide a “response to this serious issue.” The overarching concern is the perceived lack of accountability for what the advocacy group sees as prejudiced remarks against Christians on the network, emphasizing the need for responsible media discourse.