Because Marriage Matters

Our time during the next week presents a unique opportunity. Everywhere we look national organizations are encouraging us to call our senators and call President Bush regarding the Federal Marriage Amendment that is being voted on, in an attempt to write discrimination into our constitution. All of these ideas are great. I, personally feel, however, that there is a VERY IMPORTANT STEP that each one is not addressing.

Here’s our idea that expresses the extra step, in red, that we feel is necessary to take full responsibility.

“Before President Bush announces his renewed support for the Federal Marriage Amendment, call all your friends and family and share the gift of your authentic self and let them know that discrimination has no place in the U.S. Constitution, particularly against you, their "son, daughter, mother, father, friend, etc." And then call the White House comment line at 202-456-1111, and ask your family/friends to do the same.”

Folks, it is time to Stand UP & Speak OUT! Don't bypass the step of being authentic with those who are in your circle of influence...your friends, families and co-workers. By them fully understanding the discrimination you experience and having a discussion, you can help educate them as to the impact this would have on your life.

"There is nothing more powerful than an idea whose time has come." - Victor Hugo

Check out what www.MarriageEquality.org has planned for tomorrow. I am getting ready to call Davina Kotulski, Ph.D., the Executive Director for Marriage Equality USA. She is also author of Why You Should Give A Damn About Gay Marriage. We are going to talk about ways we can work together as we continue our year long journey, Gay Into Straight America.

Working together and personally doing what each of us can do, wherever we are, is a key to moving our society forward in a positive way.