Reply #30: Let them do that...and they WILL lose [View All]

[KaraokeKarlton]

The one thing that will offend middle America worse than the ideal of gay marriage is the open hatred and ugliness they will see from people who hate gays. I saw this play out right here in Vermont in 2000 when Dean had to run for re-election just 6 months after signing Civil Unions into law. It was the ugliest thing I've ever seen in my life, but in the end, the majority of the state now supports Civil Unions and respect gay rights. In the beginning about 70% of Vermonters opposed Civil Unions. IF the general election turns into a battle over gay rights, not only will Bush lose, but it will lead to MASSIVE progress for gay rights in this country.