My Final Post Regarding Proposition 8
To say that these past few days have been shocking and horrible, is an understatement. I have to say if it weren't for my real friends, and for Laura Hall's CD All In God's Good Time, and perhaps my anti-depressants, I'd still be a puddle on the floor. (Cowtown Stacy... there's a song on this CD that TOTALLY made me think of you. I HIGHLY recommend this CD. Damn good, God centering meditation. Thank you LAURA!)
Okay, so here's my final "note" taken off my Facebook Page.
I have recently received a lot of "hate mail" regarding my stance on Gay Rights. I know people on the other side have also had some not-too-kind words said to them. It's is amazing how passion can ignite the best and the worst in people.
Over the past few weeks, I have read several opinion pieces written by people who are in support of a Yes on 8 Vote (this would make marriage between same sex couples illegal in the State of California - in case you aren't clear.) I find it rather interesting that none of their arguments against Gay Marriage are based on the California State Constitution. Rather, it is strictly a religious, moral issue for them.
Their fear is that their children will be taught about Gay Marriage in school. (Just to "get real" for a second, they're going to learn about Gay Marriage and Homosexuality in school whether this Proposition passes or not, because there will be students who have parents of the same sex, and there will be students who are Homosexuals. Did you know that over 10% of the Population is Gay, and that's only the people who are outwardly admitting it? That's a more than 1 out of 100, folks. Chances are, your children are going to cross paths with a Homosexual while attending school, and you will have to talk to your children about what that means.)
I encourage you to read this article, written by a Journalist, not a commentator. (I am frankly so annoyed that people don't seem to know the difference!)
Regarding the Massachusetts situation. Well, the book the father got into such an uproar over was a book about all the different types of families. There were pictures of Grandparents raising Grandchildren, single parent households, mixed raced households, adoption, and same sex parent households. Nowhere did it talk about Gay Sex, which seems to be the issue for those uncomfortable with Homosexuality. Frankly, I don't think about sex when I look at a couple, and if you do, then I don't know what to tell ya. It's not saying "Same sex households are so much better than heterosexual households" It's just depicting reality, and the schools are teaching awareness of diversity.
However, let me get back to my main point.
I am strongly opposed to laws being passed solely on one's Religious theology.
As for learning about Gay Marriage in school... children being taught things that go against a particular religious, moral practice... well, stand in line, folks. Our Public School system is made up of children who come from all sorts of backgrounds, and your children are going to associate with other children with different value systems, and different religious practices. What makes your religious theology correct and other's wrong? If you don't want your child exposed to different views and religious beliefs, then you should send them to a private school which will teach according to your religious beliefs, or home school them. You cannot keep your child in a bubble. They must learn how to handle controversy when faced with a situation which contradicts their religious beliefs.
Here are some examples of "sin" your child will be exposed to, or learn about (most likely not from a teacher, but from peers) while attending school.
Divorce: Many of your child's friends will be children of divorce. (A BIG no no in the Catholic Faith)
Adultery: Well, I know a few of you reading this who have committed adultery, but should I not allow my children to spend time at your house.
Kosher: In accordance to Jewish law, you should keep Kosher. If you don't, you are going against God's commandment.
Honoring your mother and father: Will you cast our your child when they dishonor you?
Racial intolerance: White Supremacist groups interpret scripture to support their religious, moral belief that all people of color should be eliminated from this earth.
Pre-marital sex: Many of your children's friends will practice pre-marital sex, as did many of you. Should a girl who becomes pregnant be kicked out of school because she is a walking example of sin?
The list can continue, if you'd like.
"Sin" is all around us. My personal Religious theology, is that homosexuality is not wrong, does not go against God's will, and should not be looked upon as such. There are many rules and laws in the Bible which we no longer practice because they are so antiquated and seem ridiculous. (Have you stoned your children in the town square lately?)
I'd like for you to consider this: What would happen if our laws became centered around Religious beliefs? (There are some extreme practices out there, completely justified by Religious practices and customs.) Why do you think "your" interpretation is right, and "mine" wrong? You can take one verse from the Bible, and ask 4 different ministers to preach on that verse and you will hear 4 totally different messages, all based from the same Bible verse. Which message is the correct one? Can their be more than one view?
How would you feel if someone told you that you could not get married, but could have a Civil Union, or that your marriage would no longer legal in the eyes of the law, but you COULD be considered Civil Domestic Partners?
No one is going to find a public school which will teach according to one's religious beliefs. There will be lessons that will go against your moral code (especially, in Science class, for some) If it is going to bother you, and it's absolutely FINE if it does, then you should find a Private School, or consider home schooling your child.
Bottom line: we have a Constitution for a reason, and we must pass laws based on the Constitution, not based on Religion.
Okay, so here's my final "note" taken off my Facebook Page.
I have recently received a lot of "hate mail" regarding my stance on Gay Rights. I know people on the other side have also had some not-too-kind words said to them. It's is amazing how passion can ignite the best and the worst in people.
Over the past few weeks, I have read several opinion pieces written by people who are in support of a Yes on 8 Vote (this would make marriage between same sex couples illegal in the State of California - in case you aren't clear.) I find it rather interesting that none of their arguments against Gay Marriage are based on the California State Constitution. Rather, it is strictly a religious, moral issue for them.
Their fear is that their children will be taught about Gay Marriage in school. (Just to "get real" for a second, they're going to learn about Gay Marriage and Homosexuality in school whether this Proposition passes or not, because there will be students who have parents of the same sex, and there will be students who are Homosexuals. Did you know that over 10% of the Population is Gay, and that's only the people who are outwardly admitting it? That's a more than 1 out of 100, folks. Chances are, your children are going to cross paths with a Homosexual while attending school, and you will have to talk to your children about what that means.)
I encourage you to read this article, written by a Journalist, not a commentator. (I am frankly so annoyed that people don't seem to know the difference!)
Regarding the Massachusetts situation. Well, the book the father got into such an uproar over was a book about all the different types of families. There were pictures of Grandparents raising Grandchildren, single parent households, mixed raced households, adoption, and same sex parent households. Nowhere did it talk about Gay Sex, which seems to be the issue for those uncomfortable with Homosexuality. Frankly, I don't think about sex when I look at a couple, and if you do, then I don't know what to tell ya. It's not saying "Same sex households are so much better than heterosexual households" It's just depicting reality, and the schools are teaching awareness of diversity.
However, let me get back to my main point.
I am strongly opposed to laws being passed solely on one's Religious theology.
As for learning about Gay Marriage in school... children being taught things that go against a particular religious, moral practice... well, stand in line, folks. Our Public School system is made up of children who come from all sorts of backgrounds, and your children are going to associate with other children with different value systems, and different religious practices. What makes your religious theology correct and other's wrong? If you don't want your child exposed to different views and religious beliefs, then you should send them to a private school which will teach according to your religious beliefs, or home school them. You cannot keep your child in a bubble. They must learn how to handle controversy when faced with a situation which contradicts their religious beliefs.
Here are some examples of "sin" your child will be exposed to, or learn about (most likely not from a teacher, but from peers) while attending school.
Divorce: Many of your child's friends will be children of divorce. (A BIG no no in the Catholic Faith)
Adultery: Well, I know a few of you reading this who have committed adultery, but should I not allow my children to spend time at your house.
Kosher: In accordance to Jewish law, you should keep Kosher. If you don't, you are going against God's commandment.
Honoring your mother and father: Will you cast our your child when they dishonor you?
Racial intolerance: White Supremacist groups interpret scripture to support their religious, moral belief that all people of color should be eliminated from this earth.
Pre-marital sex: Many of your children's friends will practice pre-marital sex, as did many of you. Should a girl who becomes pregnant be kicked out of school because she is a walking example of sin?
The list can continue, if you'd like.
"Sin" is all around us. My personal Religious theology, is that homosexuality is not wrong, does not go against God's will, and should not be looked upon as such. There are many rules and laws in the Bible which we no longer practice because they are so antiquated and seem ridiculous. (Have you stoned your children in the town square lately?)
I'd like for you to consider this: What would happen if our laws became centered around Religious beliefs? (There are some extreme practices out there, completely justified by Religious practices and customs.) Why do you think "your" interpretation is right, and "mine" wrong? You can take one verse from the Bible, and ask 4 different ministers to preach on that verse and you will hear 4 totally different messages, all based from the same Bible verse. Which message is the correct one? Can their be more than one view?
How would you feel if someone told you that you could not get married, but could have a Civil Union, or that your marriage would no longer legal in the eyes of the law, but you COULD be considered Civil Domestic Partners?
No one is going to find a public school which will teach according to one's religious beliefs. There will be lessons that will go against your moral code (especially, in Science class, for some) If it is going to bother you, and it's absolutely FINE if it does, then you should find a Private School, or consider home schooling your child.
Bottom line: we have a Constitution for a reason, and we must pass laws based on the Constitution, not based on Religion.
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