I am not one to blog about my political views, because I know it puts me in a bit of a sticky situation. However, in this case I feel compelled to do so. Whether or not you live in California and will be voting on Proposition 8, I still think it's an important issue to consider. If Californians vote yes on Prop 8 then it will mean that only marriage between a man and a woman will be recognized as valid in this state. To be honest, at first I wasn't sure how to feel about the issue. I have had friends in the past who are homosexual and I am by no means a homophobic. I have love and respect for them and think that everyone has the right to chose what manner they want to live their life in. However, I also believe that it is very important to preserve traditional marriage. I found these two videos online, one of them through a friend's blog (thanks Kiersten!) I think both videos do a good job of discussing what Prop 8 is really about. However you feel about the issue I hope that you take a look at the videos (they aren't all that long!) and see what you think. You can also visit the website, http://www.protectmarriage.com/
There is lots of information on this issue to be found there. One thing is for sure, we are blessed to live in a country where we have the privilege and right to vote on these issues! Gotta love America!
P.S. If you don't agree with me on the issue, that's just fine. Everyone has the right to their own opinion. I would request that you don't leave any mean or nasty comments on my blog though. Thanks!
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Can I just say that I'm so annoyed that you posted this and I think you need to take down that sign in your front lawn. hahaha :)
I saw these videos on a couple other blogs and was going to post that second one as well. Way to get the word out!
YES on Prop 8!!!!
I just saw your comment. Brad was able to come home and be with Hallie while I went to the mock code. He didn't have class until 1 and was done with the research he needed to do. I was able to get everything done in 45 minutes and get him to his class in time. No big deal. Don't feel bad at all! We ended up getting to the pumpkin patch at 6:30 and stayed for probably 45 min. letting Hallie walk around and exploring the place. I thought it was a little disappointing, but we still had fun. We might go to one of the mall pumpkin patches to see what their pumpkins cost look like and cost.
I don't take offense to your blog on Prop 8, but I watched the two videos and just wanted to put this link out there because some of the information in the second video is addressed here: http://www.noonprop8.com/about/fact-vs-fiction
Just like you said, I'm glad that we are in America where we have the opportunity to have our voices heard on all of these matters!
I have another friend who recently posted a blog about Prop 8, and I left a comment that I would like to share. I don't want to offend anyone, but I do want to express my views because I do feel strongly about this topic. I understand if you decide to hide my post, I'm guessing most of your visitors to your site will not agree. Anyway, here it is (sorry if it sounds hostile, I was responding to another comment directed to me): I am not naive enough to think that what I have to say here is going to change anyone’s mind, but I do think that it is my responsibility to voice another opinion. People who oppose Proposition 8 are in the minority here in Utah, so here is the other side of the coin: Everyone keeps saying that Proposition 8 doesn’t take away gays’ rights, but it does; it takes away their right to marry who they love, it also takes away certain marriage rights and benefits such as tax benefits, estate planning, social security for spouses. Until 1967 biracial marriages were illegal and not recognized. I am the product of a biracial marriage, and am, myself in a biracial marriage. To have that right not recognized by my government is wrong. Currently married gays in CA would be affected if Prop 8 passes; it would mean that their marriages would be annulled. Think about that! What if a pending law could force your marriage to be dissolved? How would that affect you? Your children??? What would you do? Proposition 8 is discrimination, and I don’t want discrimination written into the constitution. That is not progressive thinking, that is not what America is about! AND I THINK THAT IS THE MORAL FIBER THAT HOLDS OUR CONSTITUTION TOGETHER! Allowing gays to have their have their rights upheld does not diminish a straight couple’s marriage. In this brief time we have here on earth, we will inevitably be faced with adversity, and I hope that we can all learn to embrace it... even if we don’t understand it, and that we will not make decisions that will ultimately harm others. The thing about discrimination is that someone is always on the losing end... what if next time it’s you?
“Like freedom of speech and freedom of religion, the freedom to marry the person you love is an essential part of what it means to realize the promise of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Prop 8 would also write inequality into our state Constitution, undermining our State’s guarantee of equal protection under the law—a core part of our Constitution.” ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union)
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http://www.noonprop8.com/
erin- if prop 8 does not pass, it puts many people in a situation where the government will force us to socially accept something that we find morally wrong. it is an issue of morality, and if you don't think being gay is immoral you will probably never feel the same regarding the issue. no need to argue the point, that's all there is to it.
I respectfully disagree with Erin's opinion and agree with Jocelyn. This is a moral issue. I'm unclear about what Erin is saying is "the moral fiber that holds our constitution together."
Ca Law already states that same sex couples will have all the same rights as heterosexual couples. Allowing gay marriage give those couples no other right. This is about people trying as hard as they can to force others to agree with them through the law.
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