Thousands came...

"Thousands took to the streets tonight in Long Beach to protest the passage of Proposition 8 in last Tuesday's general election." It was truly an incredible sight - thousands of people demanding something so simple: equal rights. It was powerful and emotional - and mildly disturbing to think that three days ago - these people were seen as equals, as citizens, and after an election (that is potentially unlawful), they are now - again - second-class citizens

.I have attached a video for you all to see. I wish someone could tell me why these thousands of people can't get married. Why they, and myself, are so undeserving.

On another extremely important note - I got an email from No on 8 that had some pretty important stuff: "We achieve nothing if we isolate the people who did not stand with us in this fight. We only further divide our state if we attempt to blame people of faith, African American voters, rural communities and others for this loss. We know people of all faiths, races and backgrounds stand with us in our fight to end discrimination, and will continue to do so. Now more than ever it is critical that we work together and respect our differences that make us a diverse and unique society. Only with that understanding will we achieve justice and equality for all."

It is true that the Mormon church and its congregation donated over 1.5 million dollars to the Yes on 8 Campaign. That was extremely hate-filled and disgusting but it is likely they will be unable to keep their tax exempt status.

The same is true for groups like Knights of Columbus. Knowing their faith, their ideas and actions are between God and them. I wish they felt the same way about my life and me.

Anyway - I just think its vital that at a crucial time where gays and lesbians are being watched so closely - we need to remember that everything we do represents our community. Everything we helps people see that we are humans. Humans that love other humans and deserve nothing less than equal rights.

Keep fighting the good fight,
Whitney

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gihdawVDIT0