Whenever the topic of homosexual marriage, or more specifically, homosexuality in general, comes up, I often hear the argument, "Hey, I don't care if they're gay, I just don't want it shoved in my face" or "I just don't want it forced on me." Um...excuse me, but when has homosexuality been "shoved" or "forced" on you? Last I checked, homosexuals were just asking for equal rights. Not special rights, equal rights. I feel that point needs to be reiterated because often people say call same sex marriage a "special" right, which it most certainly is not. Marriage is a right that everyone deserves, not a privilege that only certain people should be able to enjoy. Regardless...how often is gayness forced upon people? In fact, the only thing I've ever had forced on me is religion.
How many times have you walked down the street, only to be accosted by someone holding up a protest sign about pornography, an abortion clinic, Harry Potter, etc.? Or how often have you been sitting in the comfort of your own home, only to have a "missionary" come to your door (it used to only be Jehovah's Witnesses, but it appears that Mormons have moved into my area)? How many times have you been told to, "REPENT!" or to accept Jesus as your personal lord and savior? And how often have you heard Christians bemoaning the loss of their rights, since we don't want to have their god forced in secular schools?
It seems to me like religion is the only thing being forced around here. Which is funny, since religious beliefs and activities (or lack thereof) are a choice...when the sex you're attracted to isn't.
How many times have you walked down the street, only to be accosted by someone holding up a protest sign about pornography, an abortion clinic, Harry Potter, etc.? Or how often have you been sitting in the comfort of your own home, only to have a "missionary" come to your door (it used to only be Jehovah's Witnesses, but it appears that Mormons have moved into my area)? How many times have you been told to, "REPENT!" or to accept Jesus as your personal lord and savior? And how often have you heard Christians bemoaning the loss of their rights, since we don't want to have their god forced in secular schools?
It seems to me like religion is the only thing being forced around here. Which is funny, since religious beliefs and activities (or lack thereof) are a choice...when the sex you're attracted to isn't.
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That was very well voiced Sarah. I think I'm going to enjoy learning your voice. You certainly have a wonderful way of putting things. Bravo!
Thanks! It really means a lot that you took the time to comment. :)
Great post Sarah.
Great post! I loved it and can't wait to read more of what you have to say.