'We Hurt A Lot Of People,' Westboro Pastor's Granddaughter Says

[MissMillie]

http://www.npr.org/blogs/thetwo-way/2013/10/29/241643924/we-hurt-a-lot-of-people-westboro-pastors-granddaughter-says


In a turnaround from their years in a church known for its fierce protests at the funerals of American soldiers and others in the name of denouncing homosexuality, the women often speak to community and educational groups about tolerance and religion.

That means Megan, 27, and Grace, 20, are living much of their life on the road. "We don't have a set home," Megan says.

Discussing her future goals, Megan tells the newspaper, "I'm at a complete loss. But I do know that I want to do good, to have empathy. Even though we intended to do good [with the picketing], we hurt a lot of people."

[magical thyme]

1. amazing...good on them

To have been raised steeped in such hatred, and come up with the insight, strength and courage to walk away is remarkable.

[leftyladyfrommo]

2. Wow!

The sins of the fathers.

Those poor kids. They will be fucked up their whole lives because of their crazy relatives.

[tavalon]

3. No, I don't think they will

They are admitting their wrongs and attempting to make amends for them. They are on a well worn path to emotional health, peace and honesty.

[Rebellious Republican]

5. I concur and agree!

[ellenfl]

4. too few people realize that young people tend to rebel against the

extremism of their parents. it might be too optimistic of me, but i think all those 'whackjobs' kids will not be repeating the policies of their parents. time will tell.