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Religious objections to a secular law don't make any sense.
The only connection I see between the two was made by the judge in the Utah decision:
"The recognition of same-sex marriage expands religious freedom because some churches ... desire to perform same-sex (civil) wedding ceremonies but are currently unable to do so."
The people of Utah rejected same sex marriage. An unelected federal appointee forced it on the people.
the first amendment promotes freedom of religion and separation of church and state. You have the right to be against gay people getting married, but it is unconstitutional to get your religious views made law, thanks to the constitution. Just because you don't like that freedom applies to everyone doesn't change the fact that it does.
The Constitution forbids the establishment of a national religion. There is no constitutional "separation of church and state".
The people of Utah rejected same sex marriage. An unelected federal appointee forced it on the people.
Doesn't matter. The law is unconstitutional. Rather or not it's popular is irrelevant if it defies the constitution. 56% of American are in favor of an assault weapons ban, but a very good argument can be made stating that the ban would be unconstitutional (second amendment). Do we override the constitution to make people happy? I don't think so. Not on any issue. I dislike religion, but I don't want it banned. That's unconstitutional. I just use freedom of religion to mean freedom FROM religion. Completely constitutional and no one gets hurt. Popular opinion isn't important. Most American's hate atheists but it's still legal thanks to the constitution.
If Marriage is no longer between a Man and a Woman, then my story is changed.
People ask if i am married, i will have to explain "yes to a woman" No i am not gay... (story changed)
It happened when i gave a lecture at a school. I said my partner, and they said ewww are you gay.
I said no, i have a business partner, and we are both married to women.
The Gays are redefining the meaning of words, and that changes my story.
That offends me greatly. But because i am on the side of morality in this country. Me being offended is not as important as Gays that are offended.
It is a issue that will cause people to hurt each other. It always has, throughout history.
When the Story is changed from truth, to a lie.
Your profile clearly states you are a female and homemaker.
the first amendment promotes freedom of religion and separation of church and state. You have the right to be against gay people getting married, but it is unconstitutional to get your religious views made law, thanks to the constitution. Just because you don't like that freedom applies to everyone doesn't change the fact that it does.
The Constitution forbids the creation of a national religion. There is no constitutional "separation of church and state".
Your profile clearly states you are a female and homemaker.
It can say whatever i want it to say. It's my story... I thought you would understand that.
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