Italy Willing To Open Tehran Embassy To Protesters

Posted by Alex On June - 21st - 2009

Italy is willing to open its embassy in Tehran to wounded protesters in coordination with other European nations, the Italian Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Monday.

Quick Guide To Twittering The Iran Revolution

Posted by Alex On June - 21st - 2009

A how to guide to twittering about the Iranian election crisis.

Iran-50 Cities Had More Votes Than Voters

Posted by Alex On June - 22nd - 2009

In 50 Iranian cities the number of votes cast in this month presidential election exceeded the number of eligible voters, the state's election watchdog admitted today. The surprising admission by the Guardian Council was, however, designed to undermine the claims of the defeated candidates that the vote was rigged.

Iran-Faces Of The Basij

Posted by Alex On June - 20th - 2009

Images of the Iranian Basij

Next Stop - Civil Disobedience

Posted by Jaime On June - 19th - 2009

On Tuesday, Savage Love columnist and podcaster Dan Savage wrote an interesting article addressing how queer Americans should approach the Obama administration's repugnant avoidance of campaign-trail promises.

Public Gay Book Burning

Posted by Alex On June - 17th - 2009

A Christian group called the CCLU is trying to have a gay book publicly burned.

List of Journalist and Politicians Detained in Iran

Posted by Alex On June - 21st - 2009

An unconfirmed list of the reporters, bloggers and politicians being detained in Iran.

Focus On The Family Lies

Posted by Alex On June - 18th - 2009

Truth Wins Out Catches Focus On The Family In A Lie

Forced Lifestyles?

Posted by Sarah On 10:06 PM
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.

4 Response to "Forced Lifestyles?"

  1. mousegirl Said,

    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!

     

  2. Sarah Said,

    Thanks! It really means a lot that you took the time to comment. :)

     

  3. Alex Said,

    Great post Sarah.

     

  4. Tammie Said,

    Great post! I loved it and can't wait to read more of what you have to say.