In Defense of Marriage – Conclusion

NiceGayGuy »

Sun Sep 07, 2008 11:31 pm Agree: 3   Disagree: 0

I agree with your assessment of religion's role in culture... that religious beliefs should be expressed through example and not through legislation. However, I am concerned with your portrayal of homosexuality. While I'm sure it is not your intention, your association of homosexuality with moral bankruptcy is likely to incite hatred and even violence towards gays and lesbians. Gays and lesbians want the state to recognize their stable, loving, and monogamous relationships with the same dignity and respect accorded to heterosexual couples. I find it troubling that this is what you oppose. In order to promote morality within the gay community, shouldn't we be encouraging these types of relationships? All mainstream research on homosexuality supports this positive view of gays and lesbians. From a Christian perspective, Jesus never spoke of homosexuality and Old Testament citations are right alongside condemnations of eating shellfish. Finally, the recent Supreme Court ruling explicitly exempts religious organizations and officials from having to officiate the weddings of gay and lesbian couples. Just some food for thought from one gay guy. Vote No on 8 readers =)