The Patriot Post® · Fire Chief Sacked Over Christian Book

The Atlanta fire chief suspended for self-publishing a book that, in part, decried homosexuality has been fired by the city’s mayor, Kasim Reed. Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran wrote “Who Told You That You Are Naked?” in 2013 as a way to explain his faith – that men can be clothed with Christ. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports, “The mayor said he decided to terminate Cochran not just because the fire chief didn’t consult him before publishing the book, but also spoke out about his suspension despite being told to remain quiet during the investigation into his leadership. What’s more, Reed said he believes Cochran opened up the city to the potential for litigation over future discrimination claims.” The fire chief’s personal beliefs didn’t align with the mayor’s office, so the “tolerant” leftist fired him. Imagine how Cochran would have been treated if he was a supporter of homosexuality, attending rallies and speaking out. Probably, the mayor of Atlanta would have lauded him. More…