The cell phone video is grainy but the message is clear. People turned out by the hundreds at the Chik-fil-A inside Paramas Park Mall. The line wrapped around the food court.
Customers told Fox 5 they support the company and its president's outspoken view supporting so-called traditional marriage.
A similar scene played out across the country, from the Midwest in Chicago, where customers stood in long lines outside
Down south, under the August sun in Houston, people and cars crowded one restaurant.
To the west, a group affiliated with the Tea Party in Los Angeles pledged their proclamation.
The fast food chain became an unlikely center of a same-sex marriage controversy after CEO Dan Cathy told the Baptist Press his company supports the Bible's definition of family.
An online petition demanded an apology, and the mayor of Boston even said company not welcome there.
On this day, though, a different message emerged as the lines stretched on into the evening in all corners of the country. The customers were free to speak support by filling their mouths with food.
Friday, May 24 2013 8:10 PM EDT2013-05-25 00:10:09 GMT
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Resorts held a grand opening Thursday for Margaritaville, the $35 million restaurant, bar, and gambling complex that's part of a $70 million expansion and renovation.
Resorts held a grand opening Thursday for Margaritaville, the $35 million restaurant, bar, and gambling complex that's part of a $70 million expansion and renovation.
Delta Air Lines is opening a $1.4 billion terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport, strengthening its hand in the battle for the lucrative New York travel market.
Delta Air Lines is opening a $1.4 billion terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport, strengthening its hand in the battle for the lucrative New York travel market.
Friday, May 24 2013 8:56 AM EDT2013-05-24 12:56:43 GMT
U.S. orders for long-lasting manufactured goods rebounded in April, buoyed by more demand for military and civilian aircraft and an increase in business investment.
U.S. orders for long-lasting manufactured goods rebounded in April, buoyed by more demand for military and civilian aircraft and an increase in business investment.
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:17 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:17:32 GMT
New Jersey officials have seized inventory and demanded records from 29 bars and restaurants, nearly half of them TGI Fridays, that they say sold low-quality liquor to patrons who thought they were buying premium brands.
New Jersey officials have seized inventory and demanded records from 29 bars and restaurants, nearly half of them TGI Fridays, that they say sold low-quality liquor to patrons who thought they were buying premium brands.
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:43 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:43:15 GMT
Kerry Kennedy has joined farmworkers protesting outside Wendy's shareholder meeting in Manhattan.
Kerry Kennedy has joined farmworkers protesting outside Wendy's shareholder meeting in Manhattan. The protesters said Thursday they want Wendy's to sign an agreement to safeguard working conditions for Florida tomato pickers.
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:39 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:39:41 GMT
Average rates on fixed mortgage rose for the third straight week, hitting their highest levels since mid-March. Still, mortgage rates remained close to historic lows, a trend that should help sustain the housing recovery.
Average rates on fixed mortgage rose for the third straight week, hitting their highest levels since mid-March. Still, mortgage rates remained close to historic lows, a trend that should help sustain the housing recovery.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:21 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:21:55 GMT
Cooking used to be as simple as putting heat to meat…but not anymore. There are all sorts of high tech gadgets designed to help make our lives simpler and tastier.
Cooking used to be as simple as putting heat to meat…but not anymore. There are all sorts of high tech gadgets designed to help make our lives simpler and tastier.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:35 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:35:57 GMT
When it comes to breaking through to the other side, forget Victoria's Secret. Another company, Australia-based HommeMystere, has already done it with lingerie for men.
When it comes to breaking through to the other side, forget Victoria's Secret. Another company, Australia-based HommeMystere, has already done it with lingerie for men.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:04 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:04:00 GMT
Chairman Ben Bernanke is telling Congress that the U.S. job market remains weak and that it is too soon for the Federal Reserve to end its extraordinary stimulus programs.
Chairman Ben Bernanke is telling Congress that the U.S. job market remains weak and that it is too soon for the Federal Reserve to end its extraordinary stimulus programs.
Friday, May 24 2013 3:29 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:29:58 GMT
The National Park Service is ending unpaid leave for U.S. Park Police officers earlier than expected. National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis said the furloughs will end on June 3, after just
The National Park Service is ending unpaid leave for U.S. Park Police officers earlier than expected. National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis said the furloughs will end on June 3, after just
A day after laying out his counterterrorism vision, President Barack Obama is addressing future military leaders who could help carry it out in a speech to U.S. Naval Academy graduates.
With a growing sexual assault epidemic staining the military, President Barack Obama urged U.S. Naval Academy graduates Friday to remember their honor depends on what they do when nobody is looking and said the crime has "no...
Friday, May 24 2013 8:33 AM EDT2013-05-24 12:33:54 GMT
As many as 12,000 homes were destroyed by a tornado that ripped through Oklahoma on Monday. Countless residents are unable to return home while repairs are made.
As many as 12,000 homes were destroyed by a tornado that ripped through Oklahoma on Monday. Countless residents are unable to return home while repairs are made. President Barack Obama is expected to visit with residents and state leaders on Sunday. A memorial service for all the victims will also be held.
Friday, May 24 2013 8:04 AM EDT2013-05-24 12:04:02 GMT
The National Hurricane Center is changing the way it talks about storm surge in hopes that emergency officials, the media and the public can better understand the dangerous phenomenon.
The National Hurricane Center is changing the way it talks about storm surge in hopes that emergency officials, the media and the public can better understand the dangerous phenomenon.
The Washington State Patrol says the Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River at Mount Vernon has collapsed, dumping vehicles and people into the water.
An Interstate 5 bridge over a river collapsed north of Seattle Thursday evening, dumping two vehicles into the water and sparking a rescue effort by boats and divers as three injured people were pulled from the chilly...
