Tim Tebow Superbowl Ad

I have recently read several articles about Tim Tebow's controversial anti-abortion ad set to air on CBS during the Super Bowl. The ad talks about Tebow winning the Heisman Trophy as a Sophomore and helping his team, the Florida Gators, win two National Titles in three years, and how none of his accomplishments would have happened if it wasn't for a decision his mother, Pam, made.

Pam, while pregnant, contracted amoebic dysentery on a missionary trip in the Philippines with her husband. Doctors told her the disease and medicines used to treat it threatened the fetus and advised her to abort it. She decided to go against the doctors' advice. She gave birth to Tim Tebow.

The christian group Focus on the Family is sponsoring the ad. Focus on the Family paid almost 2.5 million to air the ad during the Super Bowl. They said that the theme of the ad is "Celebrate family, celebrate life." Tebow is participating in the Focus on the Family ad because of his mother's decision.

When asked Tim Tebow said "I know some people won't agree with it. But I think they can at least respect that I stand up for what I believe. I've always been very convicted of (his views on abortion) because that's why I'm here, because mom was a very courageous woman."

There are several women's groups already calling for CBS not to air the ad. Erin Matson the Action Vice President of the National Organization for Women said "the ad is frankly offensive. It is hate masquerading as love. It sends a message that abortion is always a mistake."

Gary Schneeberger, a spokesman for Focus on the Family told ABC news "there is nothing political or controversial about the spot. It's a personal story about the love between a mother and a son."

I personally believe that the ad should be aired controversial or not. Focus on the Family paid for the air time. As long as it is acceptable for network television, I have no problem with any ad being aired at any time.