Comments on: Cindi of Bigelow Tea Responds

By: Kristi

Kristi — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:46:03 +0000

Thank you for taking the time to reapond personally. I hadn’t heard about the issue before I looked at this blog. But I love your tea, and I think you have done a wonderful job at expressing your feelings. You put yourself on the line to share your standards. I respect that.

By: Sharpton is a thug

Sharpton is a thug — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:01:15 +0000

Al Sharpton is a rabble rouser. Imus’ comments were unfortunate but not terrible. It’s comedy. On the other hand, Reverend Jeremia Wrights hate speech was not comedy. Where’s uncle Jesse and the so-called Reverend Al calling for this clown’s ouster? I guess the uber-racists Jackson and Sharpton only care about black interests. Typical black behavior.

By: Naomi BIGELOW (!)

Naomi BIGELOW (!) — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 12:58:46 +0000

Wow. Wow. I have not read all of the preceding comments but enough to see that “divided” is the correct term for the general flavor. As a young person, I was so pleased to discover Bigelow Constant Comment loose tea in a unique store in old Lansing, MI. As a not-so-young Bigelow, I still love CC tea and always say “Yes!” when someone asks me if I’m related to “the Bigelow tea people.” (Of course I am; we’re all descendants of Noah, right? And John Biglo/Marry Warren ARE my ancestors) I do not care in the least whether or not you keep or drop Imus support. “We” do great tea. Best wishes.

By: Jeffrey Yates

Jeffrey Yates — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 21:22:30 +0000

I am a 40-something tea drinker, and have always associated Bigelow with an excellent product since pulling “Constant Comment” out of my mothers pantry when I was a kid.

I was shocked when Don Imus singled you out for your advertising support. I did not care for his show, and I detest his cynical attitude about the language he uses. He talked for money.
Advertisers like you supplied this money. This consumer does not want to support him in any way, so I am making other choices in the supermarket.

I do, however, appreciate your comments and the forum you provided here. You may be learning a hard lesson about your responsibilities as an advertiser. Perhaps in the future I may reconsider my Bigelow boycott.

By: Beatrice Sager

Beatrice Sager — Mon, 16 Apr 2007 18:51:51 +0000

I began to use Bigelow Tea after I heard your story on Imus. I was very impressed with your family and your generosity. I do not condone Imus’s remarks and I certainly don’t condone the “rap music” lyrics. I am a senior and I have survived many hurtful remarks. But how many “mea culpa” must Imus recite. Where is forgiveness–especially now at Easter time. I’ll think twice about buying Bigelow tea unless I hear forgiveness. Beatrice K. Sager

By: Debbie

Debbie — Mon, 16 Apr 2007 17:11:50 +0000

Thank You for standing up to your beliefs. The fact that American Express, Sprint/Nextel,Staples, Proctor & Gamble, etc. pulled out of Imus’ show makes me sick. It’s all about money and nothing else. Lets face it- This whole story is blown way out of proportion by Jesse Jackson & Al Sharpton (people who certainly shouldn’t be throwing stones)- This is Imus’ style. I’m sure he meant no more by this than when he calls someone fat, or some “booger eating Jew”- He’s done this for forty years ! If people didn’t like it, why have we all been listening & enjoying him for so long?
Every single time I buy tea (and I drink plenty of it) I’ll be sure and buy Bigelow.
Thank You,

Debbie Kyriax
Gilford NH

By: sindilouwho

sindilouwho — Mon, 16 Apr 2007 03:04:28 +0000

I’m disgusted with the fact that you pulled advertising from the Imus show. He has done much good, particularly for the autism community. You and the other sponsors who pulled out are being bullied by people who DO NOT SPEAK for the majority of the African American community. Two individuals who only show up when there is a photo op or sound bite. Here are some things for you to think about while you sip your tea, crow flavor:

April, 2007 — Halle Berry gets her hollywood star on the walk of
fame and states “I’m an emotional retard.”
She also has a new movie coming out this summer,
“Nappily Ever After.” Hrm…

January, 2007 — Jesse Jackson says “that’s retarded” in an interview
on CNN.

March, 2007 — Chris Rock calls President Bush a “retard.”

February 2007 — Paris Hilton gets caught on tape using the “N” word

We all know the Michael Richards (Kramer) use of the “N” word

Rap Song Titles:

“Bitch Betta Have My Money,” by AMG;
“Smack My Bitch Up,” by The Ultramagnetic MCs;
“Money, Slabs, and Hos,” by Throwed Minded Click;
“These Hos Like It Raw,” by DJ Slugo;
“Money, Hos & Clothes,” by DJ Shortstop.

By: Mary, New Jersey

Mary, New Jersey — Fri, 13 Apr 2007 17:50:15 +0000

I am appalled that you are supporting Don Imus, previously one of my favorite entertainers. There is no excuse for what he said. None. The view had to be there or it couldn’t have been expressed. I am sickened by his remark and by your support of him and won’t be spending my money on Constant Comment anymore — or any other product you are even remotely connected with.

By: John Brady

John Brady — Fri, 13 Apr 2007 15:44:56 +0000

Some Thoughts.
Would Mr. Imus have apologised and said he had done something wrong if there had not been a furor ?
Is’nt it twisted moralty to let him stay on because of the good he has done for charity in the past or what he may do in the future ?
Is an apology sufficient penalty for such outrageous comments against an innocent party or should there be fines levied againt Mr.Imus and his employers ?
Did any of Mr.Imus’ or CBS’ or MSNBC’ sponsors ever bother to monitor the type of show he puts on or were they just willing to reap the financial rewards that his show produced ? I think it would be fair to say most people know that Mr.Imus has operated on the ‘ edge’ for a long time.
Thank you,
John Brady

By: paul

paul — Fri, 13 Apr 2007 02:23:58 +0000

To say that I am disappointed is an understatement. The response that Don Imus’s comments got did not “create the divisiveness” that you lament. In all fairness Don Imus did not create that divisiveness either. But he did use the pulpit that his position gave him to not only further the divisiveness and profit from it as well as to dismiss those who have been raising objections to the increasing disgusting tone of talk radio and shock jock that passes as “comedy” degrading and derogatory comments. That divisiveness is funded by companies like yours who sponsor such shows. This is not the first time, nor will it be the last. Divisiveness makes more money than “love” and you have been part of that money game. Don complains that the Rutgers women criticize him without knowing who he is. Look in the mirror, buddy. He is the one who called them whores (yes, that is is what ‘ho’ means) on national radio without ever having met them.

The Rutgers coach and team members are the example of decency and self restraint that we should all look up to. But I am sick and tired of hearing how Don is a “good man” and has shown humility. I am white, male and have daughters and what Don said should be seen as insulting every parent of any daughter in the world. We work hard to tell our kids to strive for the best, to be the best. What am I supposed to tell my daughters, “don’t worry, you are white, nobody is going to call you a whore on national radio just because you study and play hard”? That makes it ok!??
Cindy, you say that you run a family business. Is this what you say to your daughters? Is this what you say to the mothers and fathers of the Rutgers players? Don Imus calls young women scholars and athletes whores on national airwaves, but he said he is sorry and he is a good man, so it’s all ok now.