CNN, the "news" network that goes out of its way to avoid airing the news, has reached a disgusting new low: It has refused to air an ad produced by the Log Cabin Republicans because the ad is "too controversial." Other cable stations across the nation are airing the ad--which takes a stand against the Republicans' anti-gay marriage platform--but it is somehow unacceptable to CNN.

So let's review: Airing the Swift Boat ads--which have proven to be a pack of whopping lies put together by conservative Republicans--and constantly discussing them on every show--Not controversial. Airing an ad that criticizes the Republican platform--controversial.

As for the Log Cabin Republicans--duh. Did they really think that a party run by Christian right bigots was going to help them plan their weddings? Not that they are getting much more from the Democrats--homophobia is one trait shared by both parties. The Log Cabin Republicans have decided not to endorse Bush, however. It took them long enough.