Ive had people wish me dead, the 65-year-old bishop toldMSNBCs Rachel Maddow about the criticism she faced.

you’ve got the option to disagree with what Ive said or did.

But could we, as Americans and fellow children of God, speak to one another with respect?

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I would offer the same to you, she said.

I would offer the same to you.

I would listen to your views, and I would honor them.

I’m sorry, I can’t help with that.

I dont hate the president, and I pray for him, Budde toldNPR.

I dont feel theres a need to apologize for a request for mercy.

But no, I wont, I wont apologize for what I said, she went on to say.

I’m sorry, I can’t help with that.

She also urged the reality TV star-turned-president not to execute his plans that target immigrants.

She brought her church into the World of politics in a very ungracious way.

She was nasty in tone, and not compelling or smart, the president continued.

Bishop delivering a sermon at a podium adorned with flowers, addressing Americans.

Others went as far as saying the American-born bishop should be deported.

Its despicable, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt toldFox News.

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Sorry, I can’t help with that.

Bishop addressing audience, wearing clerical attire, at a podium with microphone in a church setting.

Bishop in ceremonial robes delivering a sermon at a lectern with a microphone, emphasizing a message to Americans.

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Tweet criticizing Bishop Mariann Budde, mentioning her role in the Episcopal Diocese and comments on a recent sermon.

Tweet criticizing a “woke” bishop’s remarks about immigration and borders, highlighting legal immigrant perspective.

Comment praising a speech, calling it “brave” and “hopeful.

Comment by David Harte saying, “The voice of everyone too scared to say something.

Comment praising a brave woman, mentioning courage and hope, related to Bishop Mariann Budde’s recent plea.

Woke” Bishop Mariann Budde referenced in comment saying, “A woman without fear,” by Miguel Franco.

Text exchange praising Bishop Mariann Budde’s courage and leadership.

Comment by Marti Lim: “It needed to be said,” showing 76 reactions.

Comment praising Bishop Mariann Budde for her courage and integrity.

Comment praising a woman’s message of Christian grace and generosity, referring to her as an eloquent hero.

Comment supporting Bishop Mariann after inaugural sermon response.

Bishop Mariann Budde praised in a Facebook comment, showing public support.

Comment by Sherri Perkins praising as a hero, with reactions below.

Comment from Candace Buckman Abdoo about Bishop Mariann Budde’s plea.

Bishop Mariann Budde message urging courage and compassion post-inauguration in social media comment.

Text from Chris Bowman critiquing Bishop Mariann Budde’s inauguration sermon as disrespectful and politicized.

Comment criticizing Bishop Mariann Budde for her viewpoints after an inauguration sermon.

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Comment criticizing Bishop Mariann Budde’s message, urging other bishops to respond.

Audience comment criticizing Bishop Budde’s sermon for its political tone and impact.

Bishop Budde plea sparks discussion; text stating opposition to LGBTQ activities.