Jerry Falwell has died. Of course, the blogosphere is filled with people who are happy the man is dead. Me? Although I disagreed with his views and how he promoted them, I never take joy at the death of another. He had a family who will miss him. He had the integrity to fight for what he thought was right, even though I disagreed with him. So I will observe his passing, express condolences for his family, and hope for more enlightened Christians to take his place.
Of course, I will note the moment with a song:
I heard Jerry Falwell say.
“He is purple, and — what’s worse —
Tinky-Winky has a purse.
That triangle on his head,
Is a symbol,” Jerry said.
But, for me, it’s just a sign
That Jerry has too much free time.
