Fr. Paul H. CastelliLook, I don’t really care what anyone’s opinions on drag shows are. There is no excuse for the threats of violence, veiled or otherwise. (And everyone should be concerned about what happened in Moore County and with other power substations around the country.) Anti-LGBTQ+ violence is indefensible. It is just as indefensible as violence against ethnic and racial minorities and religious minorities—or anyone.
Speaking of which, the increased threats of violence against Jewish communities is also quite alarming and also not being talked about enough. In light of the DHS’s domestic terror warning, people need to wake up. Hold your convictions, I guess, but do not remain silent and condone violent behavior by your silence. Especially if you claim a moral conviction, it is bankrupt if you do not unequivocally condemn and stand against threats or acts of violence.