This article discussed a march and rally that took place Sunday for gay rights issues. Lawmakers are proving that goals being made involving the rights of gays will face obstacles. As Obama continues to encourage Congress to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act, some of his own followers are not on the same path. Many simply state that they are not sure that completely repealing the act is the right thing to do at this moment. One senator said that Michigan does not permit gay marriage, therefore, other states also not permitting it will not agree with the president's decision. This could ultimately result in conflict among states. In 1996 President Clinton made a law stating marriage is between a man and a woman. He now disagrees with the law. Obama is not a definite supporter of same-sex marriage but supports civil unions for same-sex couples and protection. Last week a bill passed protecting against hate crimes towards ones sexual identity. The president also wishes to end the "Don't ask, don't tell" policy of the military. Many believe that Obama will succeed in this movement but must recieve the militaries consent first. They suggest Congress involves veterans and military leaders in the decision to repeal the policy. Others believe the military is sure to agree with the act, therefore, Congress should just do it. All in all, everyone agrees changing this policy must be done upon reason and not politics.
I personally believe that same-sex marriage or beliefs issues should not cause such stir in politics. It is still a mystery to me what is believed so wrong about such a thing. I support Obama's idea of repealing the Defense of Marriage Act, but I believe he should take his time on the issue and gain support from outsiders and especially members of his own party. The last thing the president wants to do is anger those who are already not in agreement with him. I question the thought put into the creation of the act in the first place. I know things change over time, but why did Clinton start an act he disagrees with now? Shouldn't he have been thinking about the future in his decision making? If Obama is not even a supporter of same-sex marriage then he should be careful about his current decision making. I agree with the presidents decision to eliminate the "Don't ask, don't tell" policy. All americans should be able to serve if that is what they feel their duty is. There is no rush involving this policy so Congress should take the time to recieve military consent before repealing it. Obama has many decisions laying out in front of him. I believe he needs gain support from many before making any final just yet.
http://www.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/10/11/obama.gay.rights.reax/index.html?eref=rss_politics
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