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>>ATLANTA (AP) - From the cradle of the civil rights >>movement, several dozen black pastors are voicing >>their opposition to the gay marriage movement and >>rhetoric that equates it with the struggle for racial >>equality. /snip/ >>The declaration, which was signed by 30 pastors, was >>to be presented to legislative leaders later in the >>week. It said same-sex marriage is not a civil right, >>and marriage between a man and a woman is necessary >>for the upbringing of children. >> >>``This is neither a hate nor a fear issue,'' the >>statement said. >> >>``People are free in our nation to pursue >>relationships as they choose. To redefine marriage, >>however, to suit the preference of those choosing >>alternative lifestyles is wrong.'' Their opposition seems in large part to be founded on their belief that one "chooses" their sexual identity. I've never understood this theory of explaining same-sex love. Why would one "choose" to be gay and subject themselves to the prejudice and scorn that gays receive? Why would one "choose" to be gay and know that their relationship will be treated as an anomaly and second-class? The "choice" paradigm just doesn't make sense as a reasonable explanation. But without adopting this theory, the balance of their argument against same-sex marriages falls apart. Rick Mons Tanglewood neighborhood of Shoreview _____________________________________________ SPPS Budget Reduction Forum - Feb. 23-27 Co-Sponsored By NEAT: http://www.stpaulneat.org/ _____________________________________________ NEW ADDRESS FOR LIST: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe, modify subscription, or get your password - visit: http://www.mnforum.org/mailman/listinfo/stpaul Archive Address: http://www.mnforum.org/mailman/private/stpaul/
