In a shocking revelation, it turns out that Josh Duggar, known for his staunch advocacy of family values, had not one, but two paid accounts on Ashley Madison, a site notorious for facilitating extramarital affairs. Following a massive hack that exposed numerous users, Duggar’s name surfaced, and the internet collectively raised an eyebrow.
Duggar, who previously held the position of Executive Director at the Family Research Council—a conservative group committed to promoting traditional marriage—spent approximately $1,000 over two years to maintain his Ashley Madison accounts. Now that’s a steep price for a little “fun,” isn’t it? Ironically, this is the same man who faced significant backlash after it was revealed that he had molested five girls during his teenage years, a scandal that his parents, Jim Bob and Michelle, covered up instead of seeking help for the victims.
While this hack might not be the most scandalous chapter in the Duggar saga, it’s undeniably a demonstration of epic hypocrisy. Though what consenting adults do in their private lives is their own affair (pun intended), the internet can’t help but relish yet another fall from grace for the family known for its strict adherence to traditional values—unless, of course, it suits their needs to stray from those values.
According to Gawker, Duggar’s profiles revealed quite the eclectic list of interests including “Conventional Sex,” “Experimenting with Sex Toys,” and “Extended Foreplay/Teasing.” Sounds like something straight out of a romance novel, doesn’t it? It’s also noteworthy that when Duggar opened a second account, he opted for an “affair guarantee” for $250, promising a refund if he didn’t engage in an affair within three months. Talk about confidence!
His first username was “Josh_the_man,” and the second, “ready4thisdc,” which he maintained right up until May 2015—the same month the molestation scandal erupted. To add to the irony, his wife was seven months pregnant at that time. Twitter detectives even found an OK Cupid profile allegedly belonging to him under the username “joesmithsonnwa,” which matched his Ashley Madison email.
It’s astonishing that someone who campaigned for “traditional family values” would have two Ashley Madison accounts along with an online dating profile. It seems that in Duggar’s world, the traditional values include not just family, but also a certain degree of deception—while his wife presumably stayed home to care for their children.
What’s next for the Duggars? Who knows, but it’s clear that the saga is far from over. For more engaging discussions on relationships and family dynamics, check out our blog post on home insemination. And if you’re navigating your own journey, consider visiting Make a Mom for expert insights. Additionally, Science Daily offers fantastic resources on pregnancy and fertility topics.
Summary:
Josh Duggar, previously a proponent of family values, had two paid Ashley Madison accounts, revealing a stark contrast between his public persona and private actions. His accounts included a range of interests that suggest a lack of commitment to the very values he espoused. As scandals unfold, the Duggars continue to draw public scrutiny.