Friday October 10th a good friend of many Americans, especially those who count themselves in the religious right, was laid to rest. The tombstone bears the dates “1778 – 2008”, our friend “Marriage and Family in Connecticut” passed away at the ripe old age of 230 years. It was preceded in death by “Marriage and Family in California” which died earlier this year at the age of 158, and “Marriage and Family in Massachusetts” in 2004, which died at the age of 216. All of these deaths occurred under the watch of George W. Bush, who promised both in 2000 and 2004 to defend marriage and family.
In truth we would have laid to rest “Marriage and Family in the USA” back in 2004 had it not been for the efforts of one William Jefferson Clinton, a Democrat. Under the guidance of the Clinton Administration the Defense of Marriage Act was passed which exempted gay marriage from the full faith and credit clause of the Constitution. Without this act by a brave Democrat concerned about the integrity of marriage in this country, and our families, gay marriage would now be defacto legal in all 50 states.
It’s hard to admit, but it’s time for the religious right to admit they’ve been taken for a ride. Under the watch of Republcians, Gay marriage has destroyed traditional families in three states so far. Under Bush and Cheney Chruches have lost their tax exempt status, and their property all for practicing their religion. The blame for what has happened lies solely at the feet of Conservatives who failed to stand up for the interests of the religious right.
This November we all have a choice to make, so which will it be? A vote for Republicans, who have destroyed marriage and family values over their 8 year reign? Or a vote for Democrats, the ONLY party with a track record for upholding family values and protecting marriage?
-Angry Midwesterner
October 15, 2008 at 1:26 pm
Irony!
October 15, 2008 at 1:57 pm
Just wanted to say HI. I found your blog a few days ago on Technorati and have been reading it over the past few days.
October 15, 2008 at 2:57 pm
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October 15, 2008 at 6:37 pm
I would have expected angry new mexican to break the news on this post!
October 15, 2008 at 6:39 pm
I would have expected angry new mexican to break the news on this post!
He was too busy seeking a marriage license before CA outlaws them on November 4th…
October 15, 2008 at 6:54 pm
Stop smoking those funny plants, AM, they are bad for you…
October 16, 2008 at 11:31 am
ANM, I’m sure AM meant the “Democratic ideal marriage” in your case, implying that the Republican Governator was going to outlaw heterosexual families.
October 16, 2008 at 11:45 am
Nah, I’m just referring to ANM’s obsession with the symbol on his state flag…
October 16, 2008 at 1:21 pm
Oh, I’m sure AM will get his in the end…
October 16, 2008 at 1:24 pm
Better than getting mine in my end, as you folks in NM are want to do… 🙂
October 16, 2008 at 2:28 pm
I’m not the one living in gaytropolis, man:)
October 16, 2008 at 2:52 pm
Strong words for someone who has gotten further with me than his girlfriend.
October 16, 2008 at 2:58 pm
And one heck of a catcher you are!
October 16, 2008 at 3:02 pm
It’s the least I could do for you buddy. Everyone who’s watched Conan the Barbarian with you knows how afraid you are of naked women, and I figure if you don’t get treasure type O often enough, you just might hit that big red button and kill us all!