There is a certain irony in the adherence of conservatives to the KJV of the Bible. For the record, I am a monarchist in Canada, who has sworn allegiance to 'Her Majesty, her heirs & successors', which is mandatory for government jobs. And it was sworn on a Bible, although I'm not a religious person. But history indicates that King James himself was one of the most notorious pedophiles in the mona...more

There is a certain irony in the adherence of conservatives to the KJV of the Bible. For the record, I am a monarchist in Canada, who has sworn allegiance to 'Her Majesty, her heirs & successors', which is mandatory for government jobs. And it was sworn on a Bible, although I'm not a religious person. But history indicates that King James himself was one of the most notorious pedophiles in the monarchy. Don't take my word for it. Look it up.less

The fact that the judge's sexual orientation is an issue in this is proof beyond any doubt that bigotry is involved. To question whether or not a judge can decide a case based on constitutional merit simply because of some association with the particulars in anything other than monetary gain; is beneath contempt. Had he been compelled to recuse himself from the Prop 8 case,, it would have opened t...more

The fact that the judge's sexual orientation is an issue in this is proof beyond any doubt that bigotry is involved. To question whether or not a judge can decide a case based on constitutional merit simply because of some association with the particulars in anything other than monetary gain; is beneath contempt. Had he been compelled to recuse himself from the Prop 8 case,, it would have opened the door to a whole host of cases in which judges would be excluded. The nation would have to employ non-American judges with no vested interest in anything that takes place on US soil.less

Civil rights & human dignity should never be put to a vote.The very purpose of a constitution is to extend rights & protections to people once ignored or excluded. I remember the vile hatred & the primitive violence from those opposed to ending segregation. Besides, in reality, the opposition has little to do with nuptials, & everything to do with the venomous opposition to the very existence of ...more

Civil rights & human dignity should never be put to a vote.The very purpose of a constitution is to extend rights & protections to people once ignored or excluded.
I remember the vile hatred & the primitive violence from those opposed to ending segregation. Besides, in reality, the opposition has little to do with nuptials, & everything to do with the venomous opposition to the very existence of homosexual persons. In a statement of judicial wisdom from a US Supreme Court of some years ago; they stated " At the heart of liberty is the right to define ones own concept of existence, of the meaning of the universe, & of the mystery of human life."less

There is no defense for what Jones did. And there's no defense for what the Afghan protestors did, starting with ludicrous massive protests over the burning of ONE of their holy books, thousands of miles away in Florida, to attacking & murdering UN staff. The United Nations should withdraw all personnel & all aid until this crime is solved according to western concepts of justice. (Or, what the h...more

There is no defense for what Jones did. And there's no defense for what the Afghan protestors did, starting with ludicrous massive protests over the burning of ONE of their holy books, thousands of miles away in Florida, to attacking & murdering UN staff. The United Nations should withdraw all personnel & all aid until this crime is solved according to western concepts of justice. (Or, what the hell are we doing there?)less

It should also be noted that Stalin at one point studied for the priesthood.

garry1, Please note the following facts: Abortion rates among western nations: -US-93.0 per 1000. - England & Wales: 62.6 per1000 (the highest in Europe.) - Canada: 62.6 per 1000. Belgium: 15.1 per 1000.. Belgium has an excellent sex education program & schools & parents are not allowed to opt out. In the US & UK, there are all kinds of exemptions & opting out is allowed.

This is, of course, deplorable but I wonder if it's really the Red Cross involved. the Muslim countries have an equivalent called the Red Crescent.

If Christ were to re-appear at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow morning in the most fervently religious parts of America; the 'faithful' would be so disgusted with his liberal compassion for all humanity; they'd be turning him over to Immigration by noon.

Far more than just the 'gay community' was incensed at the ad from Exodus..Behind the scenes they claim to be able to change ones state of being, as if by religious miracle.They have been one of the most irresponsible groups to arise from the religious right & their intense anti-gay agenda. responsible countries like New Zealand cancelled their tax exempt status for making the claims that they no...more

Far more than just the 'gay community' was incensed at the ad from Exodus..Behind the scenes they claim to be able to change ones state of being, as if by religious miracle.They have been one of the most irresponsible groups to arise from the religious right & their intense anti-gay agenda. responsible countries like New Zealand cancelled their tax exempt status for making the claims that they now deny. In any event, I'll never do business with Apple ever again. When a company has to face a petition in order to respect human rights & dignity; there's something amiss. I'm watching Staples very carefully also.less

Conservative religious groups, operate under the mistaken idea that freedom of religion, an essential component of liberty; includes the right to deny, diminish, or eliminate; the rights of others. Also, over the Christmas season, I heard a surprising number of people from across the ideological spectrum state how disgusted or irritated they were with the annual campaign falsely describing a "war ...more

Conservative religious groups, operate under the mistaken idea that freedom of religion, an essential component of liberty; includes the right to deny, diminish, or eliminate; the rights of others. Also, over the Christmas season, I heard a surprising number of people from across the ideological spectrum state how disgusted or irritated they were with the annual campaign falsely describing a "war on Christmas". At a time when one should be thinking about those less fortunate, & following the teachings of Christ; enormous resources are being expended to monitor businesses for their greeting to customers, with the threat of boycotts if they don't obey & say 'Merry Christmas'. And, kudos to the Southern Poverty Law Center for adding the FRC to the list of hate groups. And shame on Republicans for disagreeing. The SPLC is right when they say that the FRC uses untruths to suit their agenda against an entire segment of humanity; homosexual persons. Many other groups do the same thing; indicating a complete absence of ethics & respect for human dignity & truth.less

According to a report in the media the other day, Kim Jong-Un was educated in Switzerland & is believed to be much like his father & grandfather, in that he is just as ruthless.

There will be no negative impact whatsoever, & any such change will occur virtually unnoticed. Take a look at most of America's allies who have done just that, & improved their military establishments at the same time as eliminating an archaic & irrational area of discrimination based solely on the religious doctrines of some.

Evolution doesn't say that we come from simians (monkeys, apes, etc.) It describes how we came from a common ancestor, with apes, etc. continuing to evolve along a different pathway. With all due respect, it appears that the religious right are as lacking in knowledge of science as they are about religion (PEW poll recently.)