Comments on: Wrapping Up Day 2

By: Nettl

Nettl — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 17:15:48 +0000

I’m posting the link to this blog on my blog so that others can follow it. Thank you for doing this! It means so much to all of us who can’t be there. It is so important that America knows the truth!

By: Prop 8 Trial Coverage

Prop 8 Trial Coverage — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:56:55 +0000

[...] Campaign Trial Tracker – Day 1 Live Blog – Day 2 Live Blog – American Foundation for Equal Rights Rachel Maddow Show [...]

By: GT

GT — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:58:21 +0000

I agree here with statements about this not being televised and the need for education.

The biggest enemy here isn't the anti-gay side, it is the misinformation and lack of education that the anti-gay side use as an advantage.

We need to educate the masses, anyway, anyhow. Without that, we'll always be "voted out", even by many courts.

By: Rowdy

Rowdy — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:56:04 +0000

It's simply fascinating to read all the stories on this blog; young and old feeling the same sense of disgust at the oppression and discouragement, but still hanging on to hope.

I'm 54 and remember well the events being retold about discrimination, "that woman in Florida", all the way to the recent hypocrisy of the Ted Haggard's and Larry Craig's of the world. What a life this has been! Many lows, but then also many highs.

We will win this. I feel it in my bones. This time it's different. It's not a bunch of radicals "stirring up sh*t", it's legal and constitutional professionals and experts in the field of family and marriage simply stating facts and reasonable statistics that cannot be rebutted.

My husband Bob and I were one of the 18,000 couples who were legally married in California and were blessed to have over 70 of our closest friends and family members present to witness our WEDDING. It is legal in the state but we can't wait until it is fully recognized in all 50 states! It will happen.

To those of you who are feeling the pain. I'm sorry you're hurting, but think about the pain those who fought at Stonewall felt… they did that for you, so you wouldn't have to endure that kind of oppression. Think about the folks who marched on Washington; they did that for you; so you wouldn't have to feel the sting of rejection. Think about the endless marches and campaigns and protests to get people's attention that we are normal people who just want to left alone to have the same experiences that everyone else has. They are finally listening.

Now we have to speak with a united voice; a clear, reasonable, logical, resounding voice. We must stand together as we witness history in the making. This is exciting shit!!!

Let it wash over you as you read Rick's amazing coverage (Thank you, Rick!) of this monumental event unfolding before our very eyes. Be angry at the ignorance and hurt of the past, but be happy in the revelation that this is our time.

Peace.

By: fiona64

fiona64 — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:45:40 +0000

Adamblast, please know that there are many people out there who support you. My husband and I (straight allies) were the only people in our neighborhood with a No on 8 sign, and I was threatened with physical violence by a "good Christian" teenage boy twice my size when I refused to remove it. I am *so* sorry for what the ignorant public has done to you and everyone else in the LGBT community. I wish I could do more than tell you.

By: Nakhone

Nakhone — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:34:29 +0000

Awww. That's very sweet Rick. You're such a prolific and heartfelt writer. I can't thank you enough for what you're doing on our behalf. It's been really nice getting to know you on a more personal basis. Thank you for being so down to earth and accessible. This post made me all teary-eyed. It must be really difficult and powerful to be where you are to see, hear and observe all the emotions, sights and sounds as Homosexuality and America is on trial. Indeed, what a great time to be alive. Much love!

By: Lenny Young

Lenny Young — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:30:13 +0000

Rick, Wow. You are doing an amazing job! Keep up the great work.

By: RW in LGB

RW in LGB — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:21:01 +0000

Rick, you're doing an awesome job covering this trial. Those of us who successfully married during the brief window of opportunity want marriage equality restored in CA, and expanded to the whole world. It's only fair and proper and right.

Oh, and if you go back to Twin Peaks, say "Hi" to Spyros the bartender on behalf of Kevin and Russ in Long Beach!

By: Patricia Nickels

Patricia Nickels — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:16:14 +0000

Thank you Rick for following this landmark trial. I wish that I could be there to lend support. My heart is there and I can only hope for the best.

By: LM

LM — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:06:27 +0000

Beautiful writing, thank you.