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Even backward states are taking forward strides in the progressive gay rights movement. As this article states, however, only on paper is such a motion notable. In no way does removing a law that "criminalized" gay sex and equated it with "bestiality" really benefit the gay community aside from striking saving Montana some face.
The gay community still has major obstacles to overcome. This is easily apparent in our very own campus newspaper, wherein a student wrote an article honeyed with idealistic language and soured with hateful malice toward the gay community. The author stated, "As a Catholic and Marianist institution, it is tremendously surprising that St. Mary's is home to such an overwhelming number of students who avidly support gay marriage. Even more astounding, however, is the number of students both Christian and non-Christian, who have passively remained silent in this debate of ethics, morality and logic."
She too equates homosexuality with immorality, saying, "Christians should not advocate the practice of homosexual relations any more than any the act of lying, stealing, or murder." In this, it is clear that the elimination of this law does not mean the rights of the gay community are secured. Fortunately, our campus hosts more progressive thinkers, as another writer for The Rattler wrote, "the gay rights movement is about the rights of an individual, a facet of freedom Americans should strive for and pride themselves on. We are working against our own ideals if we deny homosexuals their rights."
Thus, although the world is generally progressing, those who speak for the underprivileged must not let up. For every step back, we must take one plus forward.
I can still see how some people see that practicing the rights of gay marriage are immoral and wrong. Working on a relatable topic for my exhibit, I know that this community still needs support for the years to come. Good article to read.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a touchy issue everywhere. I understand both sides of the table yet I do not support one or the other. I do agree that every human has the right to make their own choices. I also agree that every human should be treated with dignity and respect. I do not have anything against those who are gay. I have several friend who are openly gay and I am fine with that. I, however, have a conflict in myself as to the rights of marriage. I was born and raised in a traditional christian environment and was taught that marriage is between a man and a women so it is hard for me to agree completely in the area of marriage. At the same time, I do not think it is right for anyone to be looked down upon for the choices they make good or bad just because I don't agree. In your post you explained that a student wrote that supporting gay rights is the same as supporting lying or stealing but I think she had it wrong. If she is a true student of the bible she would realize that we are not to judge others. We may not advocate but we should also not criticize, which is my mind is just as bad as the sin itself. That is why I think so many people are neutral in the argument. I think we should treat all people with respect and dignity regardless of their choices. If we did maybe this world would be a better place for everyone regardless of race, sex, religion or sexual orientation.
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