...if Prop 8 had NOT passed, would you see the religious groups who supported Prop 8 storming the steps of San Francisco's city hall? I really don't think so. If Prop 8 had not passed, I think I would have said, "Okay. The people of California have spoken. I can choose not to live in California anymore, or I can choose to stay here where gay 'marriages' are the norm."
Sure, we have our right to free speech, and those NO on 8 people can express how bummed they are that the state of California said they don't accept their view of marriage. But why do they seem to think that 4 judges who granted them their right to a gay "marriage" have more power than over 52% of California's population who think it is wrong? Isn't America a democracy run by the people? Why don't the people who are against Prop 8 say, "Okay. The people of California have spoken. I can choose to go live in Massachusetts where it is legal to be wed gayly [did I just invent that adverb?], or stay here and be happy with my civil union." I really don't get it.
On another note: I didn't vote for Obama, but it is my obligation as a citizen now to say, "Okay. The people of America have spoken. I will put aside my wish for McCain to be president and now see Obama as my president." Do you see masses of people protesting because Obama was elected? No. Because we believe in the democratic process, and we believe that America's voice has spoken.
[On another random note: Would someone please tell spell checkers to include Obama in their vocab? Every time I type his name, I get the red squiggly lines under it.]
Back to Prop 8... I got this blurb from an email from Family Research Council (FRC) a day or two ago:
Sure, we have our right to free speech, and those NO on 8 people can express how bummed they are that the state of California said they don't accept their view of marriage. But why do they seem to think that 4 judges who granted them their right to a gay "marriage" have more power than over 52% of California's population who think it is wrong? Isn't America a democracy run by the people? Why don't the people who are against Prop 8 say, "Okay. The people of California have spoken. I can choose to go live in Massachusetts where it is legal to be wed gayly [did I just invent that adverb?], or stay here and be happy with my civil union." I really don't get it.
On another note: I didn't vote for Obama, but it is my obligation as a citizen now to say, "Okay. The people of America have spoken. I will put aside my wish for McCain to be president and now see Obama as my president." Do you see masses of people protesting because Obama was elected? No. Because we believe in the democratic process, and we believe that America's voice has spoken.
[On another random note: Would someone please tell spell checkers to include Obama in their vocab? Every time I type his name, I get the red squiggly lines under it.]
Back to Prop 8... I got this blurb from an email from Family Research Council (FRC) a day or two ago:
Left Protests the Church's Winning Ways 
Members of the radical "No on 8" campaign in California have quickly turned their disappointment over the homosexual marriage ban into rabid hostility. Protesters have flooded the streets in Los Angeles with their sights set on the Mormon Church, railing against its leaders for their powerful role in protecting marriage. Together with allies in the Catholic and Protestant churches, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) was one of the main ingredients in Proposition 8's success. The Mormon Church's donations, estimated at roughly $22 million, fueled the hundreds of ad placements across the state that ultimately tipped the scales in the amendment's favor.
Yesterday, 2,000 homosexual activists vilified the church, huddling outside the gate of an L.A. temple with profane signs and rainbow flags. Today, another march is scheduled for Temple Square in Salt Lake City, but the Church's leadership has no regrets about its involvement. In a statement, Elder Clayton said, "We believe it's a moral issue, and we reserve the right to speak out on moral issues." At LDS headquarters in Utah, leaders called for a ceasefire with gay activists and "goodwill" on both sides. Unfortunately, that message has yet to stick with the "No on 8" crowd, which has lashed out with unprecedented aggression against the faith community.
Apart from the attacks on the LDS church (including ugly ads that depict Mormon missionaries invading the home of a lesbian couple and tearing up their marriage certificate), churches like Jack Hibbs' Calvary Chapel at Chino Hills have been spray-painted, cars vandalized, and police have confirmed at least two reports of physical assault. Once again, the Left is proving its unwillingness to practice the very "tolerance" they preach. FRC is proud of the example that the interfaith community has set on marriage. If the Prop 8 outcome is any indication, homosexuals could stand to learn a thing or two from the church on civility.
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My friend Shana experienced the scene in L.A. yesterday. She summed it up on her blog HERE. Incredible!
Yesterday, 2,000 homosexual activists vilified the church, huddling outside the gate of an L.A. temple with profane signs and rainbow flags. Today, another march is scheduled for Temple Square in Salt Lake City, but the Church's leadership has no regrets about its involvement. In a statement, Elder Clayton said, "We believe it's a moral issue, and we reserve the right to speak out on moral issues." At LDS headquarters in Utah, leaders called for a ceasefire with gay activists and "goodwill" on both sides. Unfortunately, that message has yet to stick with the "No on 8" crowd, which has lashed out with unprecedented aggression against the faith community.
Apart from the attacks on the LDS church (including ugly ads that depict Mormon missionaries invading the home of a lesbian couple and tearing up their marriage certificate), churches like Jack Hibbs' Calvary Chapel at Chino Hills have been spray-painted, cars vandalized, and police have confirmed at least two reports of physical assault. Once again, the Left is proving its unwillingness to practice the very "tolerance" they preach. FRC is proud of the example that the interfaith community has set on marriage. If the Prop 8 outcome is any indication, homosexuals could stand to learn a thing or two from the church on civility.
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My friend Shana experienced the scene in L.A. yesterday. She summed it up on her blog HERE. Incredible!
4 comments:
What a week this has been! I don't even get any emotional reprieve when I sleep because my dreams are all about Obama and Prop 8! Ugh! I am taking a break next week; NO news. HAVING a baby. !!!
I am so proud of all my California friends who have remained strong through all of this Prop 8 mess. Remember that you are not alone, and that the saints outside of the state are fully aware of what is going on and are doing our best to support you.
One of my best friends tried to go to the LA Temple yesterday on her lunch break... didn't get in obviously.
It never ceases to amaze me when we talk about US history and all the horrible things that have happened in our country; slavery, concentration camps for the Japanese, the atrocities that happened during the civil right movement, etc etc. But never is mentioned what happened to the LDS church. That we were driven out of multiple states etc. extermination orders, Hauns' Mill! And here we are today, with such horrible acts of intolerance. Where is the media? Where is the justice?
Stay strong and immovable my friend. I believe things will only get worse. The last days have to come sometime!
Thanks Natalie for posting this. I read your friend's blog as well and was really touched by this. I wish I could have been a larger part of this campaign. What a great opportunity for your family. Good job! It sounds like now we all need to pray for peace in California.
Those were well-stated thoughts. I also appreciated the sentiments expressed by your friend Shauna. I had heard about the protesters at the temple but I hadn't envisioned them standing on the gate. Nor had I thought of the gratitude I should feel for the SWAT members who helped to protect that ground. It makes me think of the thoughts of protection offered in dedicatory prayers. What a crazy world we live in. Thanks again, for all your hard work on this...we're grateful for your efforts!
Amen! Prop 8 gave me hope that conservatism is not completely lost.
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