I'm going to start this off by saying I did not write this, but find it interesting coming from someone who is neither gay, nor LDS, and satires the imperfections both of our people have for each other.
*** - Ammended 11/21 - I had no idea Mr. Snider was in fact, LDS. He is. Carry on. ***
Here's the thing - I don't think either side on Prop 8 wore their best suit and tie to this mud fight, if you know what I mean.
If you're against Prop 8, this article has some things for you.
If you pro Prop 8, this article has some things for you.
Eric Snider is a pretty popular blogger. He wrote the article I'm about to post below:
***Please note that the first three paragraphs use cruelty in labeling both homosexuals and the religious right to make a point. These labels are removed (for the most part) in paragraph 4 to which normal reading will commense)
(Article removed per blogger request. You may read the article in its entirety by clicking on the title of this blog.)
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This is all wrong! Gays and Mormons should focus not on their differences but on what they have in common. They both love being persecuted and telling the world what martyrs they are, for example. They both love Disneyland. They both prefer Mitt Romney over John McCain. They're both always well represented on "American Idol." They're both unwelcome in Alabama. They're both suspicious of Catholic priests. The list goes on and on.
As these emotionally charged debates continue, it's important to remember what we share -- our desire for happiness, our inherent worth as human beings, and our gratitude to live in a country that lets us hash these things out without anyone having to raise an army or execute any dissenters. In the stirring words of our national anthem, let's send in the clowns.
Yeah, I wasn't impressed (and continue to be) impressed with either side through all of this Prop 8 hoopla. The last paragraph sums up my feelings about it all too.
Eric D. Snider is, in fact, LDS. He went to BYU and wrote for both the student paper and the Daily Herald for a while.
Jesse got it that he's LDS. He's also a very entertaining movie reviewer. I've been following him since he was at BYU.
I'm glad you enjoyed the column, and I appreciate you linking to it. However, I would ask that you not re-publish the entire text. A few paragraphs and a link to where it can be read in full on my site would be much better. Thanks.
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