According to an article in OUT magazine, ManHunt.net is pulling in more than $30 million a year and some of that money is being used to support John McCain's campaign to become the next US president.

After Huffington post reported on the $2,300 contribution made by Crutchley to the McCain campaign, Crutchley defended his contribution in the comments section of an old interview.

I just read that Jonathan Crutchley is a liberal republican that has donated to John MCCain's campaign, another gay republican donating to people who don't believe in equal rights for gay men and women, in particular gay adoption, gay marriage or civil unions...I am so disappointed.

Posted by: Roger | Aug 09, 2008 at 09:34 PM

Dear Roger:
Welcome to the age of the internet, where everyone's private life becomes public. Yes, my contribution to John McCain's campaign for president was listed on the Huffington Post. I believe McCain will be a better commander-in-chief than Obama, who also opposes gay marriage. If we have an experienced, seasoned person defending the country in this dangerous age, we will be able to argue about the gay agenda later. Yes, I am a Massachusetts Republican, which is about the same as being an Alabama Democrat. But don't call me a "liberal." That's an insult.

Posted by: Jonathan Crutchley | Aug 10, 2008 at 12:16 PM

We love how the founder of a porn/hook-up site seems annoyed about "the age of the internet, where everyone's private life becomes public."

UPDATE! Crutchley stepped down as chairman of Manhunt as of August 15. Here's a statement from ManHunt:

"It should be known that Jonathan Crutchley's donation to McCain left the entire Board in disbelief. I am disappointed that we have lost some customers, and I understand the anger. It is too bad for the web site if we lose customers, but PLEASE never refer to me as a Republican. I consider it an offense.

"Earlier today, at the request of the Board, Jonathan has stepped down as Chairman. Sincerely, Larry Basile."

Last update: 01-29-2009 19:19