I’m trying to get the word out about Barack Obama’s opposition to Proposition 8, a bill he calls “divisive and discriminatory.”

You may have seen a flier with Obama’s face all over it, and quotes from him implying (although never stating outright) that he supports the measure. Of course, Obama does oppose same-sex marriage in general.

But Barack Obama ALSO opposes Proposition 8. He says that if passed it would “roll back civil rights.”

Obama stated his opposition to Prop 8 way back in April, so the Prop 8 people know perfectly well that they are misleading the public by using Obama’s image and quotes in their ad. Obama’s statement read in part:

“I oppose the divisive and discriminatory efforts to amend the California Constitution, and similar efforts to amend the U.S. Constitution or those of other states.”

“For too long, issues of LGBT rights have been exploited by those seeking to divide us.”

“It’s time to move beyond polarization and live up to our founding promise of equality by treating all our citizens with dignity and respect.”

“This is no less than a core issue about who we are as Democrats and as Americans.”

In reaction to the misleading Prop 8 ad, Obama’s camaign has stated:

“Senator Obama has already announced that the Obama-Biden ticket opposes Proposition 8 and similar discriminatory constitutional amendments that could roll back the civil rights he and Senator Biden strongly believe should be afforded to all Americans.”

Don’t let Senator Obama be misrepresented in the media! Please talk to your friends and family before election day about Obama’s opposition to Proposition 8.

No explaining everyone’s reason. However, extremists do not want to negotiate or for the USA to look “good” or “reasonable.” If the USA is “fair,” what do the extremists complain about?

Remember, this is politics. Has anyone looked to see how many promises made on the campaign trail actually happened once the “candidate” was in office? We should hold “our” candidate (whoever that might be) to the same standard we hold “that other” candidate.

I actually like the idea of having the person coming in second in the Presidential election to be the Vice-President (as it used to be). This way, everyone is represented in some manner–perhaps this would foster cooperation? Nah, maybe not. However, living with people “not like you” does tend to open your eyes to seeing life through lenses that you have not created.

While I don’t think it will happen soon, what happens to those who make their money and their fame from advocating for “civil rights” and “the end of racism” when there is no more “racism?” Unfortunately, some people don’t want an end to “it” as much as they want their pulpit…

Yes. Though of course when Hamas endorsed Obama, THEY were being perfectly on the level.