Yes, it does seem very strange that DC is doing this now, because like you said, they've always seemed to have sided with tolerance. It makes one wonder if they're having a change of heart and now moving in the other direction. I hope they come to their senses and "un-hire" Orsen Scott Card pronto. I can't look at DC Comic stuff at the moment without a bitter taste in my mouth. Shame, 'cuz of all the great stuff they've done.

I've signed a petition to send to DC, and I'll send them an email this afternoon or tomorrow, telling them how I feel about their about-face in regards to tolerance.