I wanted to update you about my previous post on ABPs coverage of Dr. Adrian Rogers’ death. I have received two emails from Robert Marus, the article’s auther. His emails were very polite. The second one was a personal Thanksgiving greeting. In the first one, he explained that there had been discussion as to whether the Sherman quote was appropriate. He admitted that there had been negative reaction to the quote. He included it because of the relationship between Sherman and Rogers and fact that as a news source, ABP provides various perspectives on stories that are relevant to Baptists. Certainly, Rogers’ legacy and role in the “takeover” is important to Baptist history and presenting a one-sided view would not make for good reporting (insert Fox news joke here).
Marus cited stories of Ronald Reagan at the time of his death that provided both positive and negative assessments of Reagan’s presidency. I appreciate Marus taking the time to send a detailed email explaining his position. I don’t disagree that a perspective on Rogers’ legacy from moderate Baptists was warranted. However, Sherman’s quote was pretty tacky.
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