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marym625's JournalCatholic Vote has put out an anti marriage video
Just one day before the historic Supreme Court decision that makes marriage legal for same set couples, Catholic Vote put out this heart wrenching video. It's about the unbelievable horror of having to deal with the bigotry against Catholics that stand up for their beliefs. A discrimination in law that is just too much to bear. They've stolen the words of those that are actually oppressed, frightened, have laws that discriminate against them and are sometimes beaten and even killed for just being who they are, and made this video. And why not steal the words of those that have actually suffered? After all, these Catholics have to, uhm, to put up with equality in law for a minority group? No, LGBT people can still be fired for who they are so that's not it. Maybe they aren't allowed to go to their churches to worship? I give up, but it's horrible what they suffer.
Not Alone
Luckily, there's an "alternate version"
It's Official -- Bernie Sanders Has Overtaken Hillary Clinton In the Hearts and Minds of Democrats
By H. A. Goodman June 25, 2015
In contrast, Team Hillary had an intimate business roundtable discussion with five "ordinary" Iowans. The only problem was that according to The Washington Post, "All five were selected to attend her events." In fact, Clinton's "staged roundtables" were attended by a total of 13 Iowans, picked by either the campaign or the host.
Therefore, a paradigm shift has taken place. Many Iowans drove 50 miles to hear Sanders speak in Des Moines, primarily because Bernie Sanders has surpassed Clinton as the ideal choice for Democratic nominee. Regarding electability, Sanders has also surpassed Clinton as the realistic choice for Democratic nominee in the minds of many voters, because as one Salon piece illustrates, Hillary "just doesn't get it."
When it comes to everything from immigration to climate change and economic issues (most Americans side with Democrats, according to Pew research and other data) some writers believe that Democrats "can nominate a ham sandwich and win the presidency." Although once thought of as an impossibility, a closer look at the electoral map shows why Bernie Sanders could realistically defeat any GOP challenger. If voters around the country still care about middle class economics, the federal budget, trade and other hot button issues in 2016, Sanders has a legitimate chance to win. Also, since Sanders isn't tied to Obama fatigue like Hillary Clinton, it's quite possible the Vermont Senator re-energizes an America that just recently decided the Confederate flag doesn't represent its value system.
Finally, perhaps the biggest reason Sanders is surging is because he's a genuine person with real beliefs, while others become chameleons when votes and public image are at stake. It's important to note that Hillary Clinton just recently "evolved" on gay marriage and in 2004, Clinton's speech (forward to 0:22 on the Slate video or read the transcript of her passionate defense of marriage between only a man and woman) highlighted her views on the "sacred bond" of marriage:
Senator Hillary Clinton (D-NY): "I believe marriage is...a sacred bond between a man and a woman....a fundamental bedrock principle that it exists between a man and woman, going back into the midst of history, as one of the founding, foundational institutions of history and humanity and civilization. And that it's primary principle role during those milennia has been the raising and socializing of children for the society into which they are to become adults."
More at link
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Not sure where to put this. Did anyone attend Jackpine Radical's service?
I didn't have a car so was unable to get there from Chicago. I'm wondering if anyone was able to attend.
Tammy Duckworth WALKING in Chicago Pride Parade today!
Lineup
http://chicagopride.gopride.com/entry.cfm
HAPPY MARRIAGE EQUALITY PRIDE DAY!
If you are going to the parade and will be near the Broadway /Montrose corner, let me know!
HAPPY MARRIAGE EQUALITY PRIDE DAY!
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Cross post from GD
http://www.democraticunderground.com/10026916767
Best picture at a Pride Parade - Christians apologize
2013 taken from the Equality Illinois float.
Then last year there were approximately 30 different churches in the parade supporting us.
The times, they are a changing!
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Edit: here's the website for the "I'm sorry" campaign
I'm Sorry
Check out this post in GP-P
Sanders speaks to everyone
http://www.democraticunderground.com/1251415620
So, how many other DUers are hung over this morning after a night of celebrating?
I went out about 11pm. Just about an hour later than normal for the gay community
We, unlike the straight community, kiss and hug each other as a regular greeting. Sometimes I forget myself and give a coworker or friend a hug and/or kiss. They're used to it now.
But last night was just so filled with love. Love everywhere! Tears, cheers, singing, dancing, etc. Ended up at my favorite, lucky bar, The Closest. The oldest lesbian bar in Chicago. Though just like so many places, it's usually filled with men. (Those gay guys just love to take over the bars )
After some shots of Patron and a tequila sunrise or two last night, I'm surprised I am even awake.
How many of you celebrated?
A Judge in Dallas County, Texas stayed at the Courthouse all day to perform marriages
Judge Dennise Garcia sent the tweet below out yesterday morning after THE decision
@kdgarcia
Then, the first marriage she performed, the first same sex wedding in Dallas County, Texas, was between two members of her church, Jack Evans, 85, and George Harris, 82, together for 54 years.
Two beautiful, brave souls, finally united, legally, in marriage.
54 years together. Imagine how much they faced, the bigotry, the hate, the adversity in 1961 Dallas County, Texas.
After waiving the 72 hour waiting period,
I just broke down and bawled when I heard it. There will be more tears. Shes the love of my life. My sun and my moon and my best friend. Weve traveled together for 22 years," said Johnson. And to now be able to take that step and make it official, legally. No more being turned away from hospitals and feeling humiliated when I needed to care for her which has happened to me. This means a whole lot.
Much more at link, including video of some of these unions taking place. Such a joyful day. We are alive to witness one of the most beautiful decisions in US history.
NBCDFW
Here's an argument to use against the religious zealots that advocate for breaking the law and refusing to marry same sex couples
1 Peter 2:13-17New International Version (NIV)
13 Submit yourselves for the Lords sake to every human authority: whether to the emperor, as the supreme authority, 14 or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. 15 For it is Gods will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish people.16 Live as free people, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as Gods slaves. 17 Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God, honor the emperor.
Just in case you hadn't noticed, I'm a little happy and excited about this decision.





It's not "gay marriage " It's not even "marriage equality."
As of today, and forevermore, it's simply,
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