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Re: “The Father of Proposition 8”
The sacrament of marriage was a religious institution well before it became a legally recognized bond by the state -- thus, the reason why so many people voted against Prop 8.
Consider completely removing the term "marriage" with the next proposition. Regardless of sexual orientation, EVERYONE should get a "civil union" and equal rights.
Our country is supposed to be a secular one. If anyone wants a marriage, they should seek it in their own spiritual way, separate of the state.
You can't fault Bishop Sal for fighting for his beliefs. The reality is that religion, and religious terms for that matter, deserve no place in our American government or laws.
Get rid of marriage altogether. Institute civil unions and equality. How can the religious right argue that?