Billy Graham Offers His Support to Chick-fil-A

Evangelist Says the Family-Run Company 'Treats Everyone Like a Neighbor'

July 26, 2012 - MONTREAT, N.C., July 26, 2012—The following statement was issued today by Billy Graham: "I want to express my support for my good friends Truett Cathy and his son Dan Cathy, and for their strong stand for the Christian faith."

MONTREAT, N.C., July 26, 2012—The following statement was issued today by Billy Graham:

"I want to express my support for my good friends Truett Cathy and his son Dan Cathy, and for their strong stand for the Christian faith. I've known their family for many years and have watched them grow Chick-fil-A into one of the best businesses in America while never compromising their values. Chick-fil-A serves each of its customers with excellence, and treats everyone like a neighbor. It's easy to see why Chick-fil-A has become so popular across America.

Each generation faces different issues and challenges, but our standard must always be measured by God's word. I appreciate the Cathy family's public support for God's definition of marriage.

I also appreciate Governor Mike Huckabee's leadership and for encouraging Americans to support Chick-fil-A on August 1. As the son of a dairy farmer who milked many a cow, I plan to "Eat Mor Chikin" and show my support by visiting Chick-fil-A next Wednesday.

Billy Graham is a strong advocate for the biblical definition of marriage and recently stated his public support for the marriage amendment in his home state of North Carolina, which voters resoundingly passed on May 8.