Talking Points #7
Obama and Romney on gay marriage
Obama: Our nations president Barack Obama is a large supporter of gay marriage in America. In May, Obama made a large statement about his support for same sex marriage, but most recently has gotten behind the cause and is trying to help the cause in Maine, Maryland, and Washington state. This is the first time he has stood behind the cause of states that are trying to legalize same sex marriage. This shows how he actively supports the cause. One and see an article on this here Here is a video of Obama's endorsement of same sex marriage this past May. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaV9UmDuqsI&feature=related
Romney: Mitt Romney, the Republican candidate in the 2012 presidential election is against same sex marriage, and his wife when on the topic often refers to her marriage as a "real marriage", saying same sex marriage is a sham. but in this election, gay marriage isn't really a big issue. Romney often alluding that there are more important matters on the table. This probably comes from the fact that many republicans are moving toward supporting gay marriage, or just not caring at all. Many republicans that support it are happy that it is not a focus issue in this years election. an interesting article can be seen here.
Wrap up: While gay marriage is an issue faced every day in our nation, it is an issue that has been put on the back burner for this election. While Obama will openly support same sex marriage, Mitt Romney and his wife often dodge the questions about it, presumably because of the split over it in the republican community where is seems like some republicans just don't care about the issue anymore.
I really like how President Obama is supportive of gay marriage. Another reason for Americans to choose what they want because it is what makes them happy. Governor Romney is against gay marriage, which I think is unfair, he doesn't help them with anything, so why should it matter as to who they want to marry?
ReplyDeleteI too am a supporter of gay marriage. I don't see what the problem is if gay people start getting married. I think it's disgusting that Romney calls marriage between a man and woman a "real marriage." Overall, great blog!
ReplyDeleteGreat post... I'm glad that Obama is a supporter of same-sex marriage, and he should be there is no reason why two people of any sex shouldn't get married if they love each other. I can't believe he is only the first sitting president that supports this. Not one other president has supported this which is sad. Romney is just too much of an asshole to discuss this matter because he knows he is wrong thats why he always dodges this issue, and his stance always changes. He thinks that a marriage should only be between a man and a woman. A marriage is between two people who love each other no matter their sex.
ReplyDeleteIt is about time that a president has come forward to say what they truly believe in. As a supporter of gay marriage, I do not understand what all the fuss is about. If two men or two women truly love each other and decide to marry, nothing should be held against them. As far as I am concerned gay marriage is a “real marriage”. Funny thing is same-sex relationships/marriages sometimes last longer than heterosexual relationships/marriages. Mitt Romney avoids this subject because he knows he would be taking a risk in the oncoming election. He certainly knows if he states his opinion he would be losing votes. Gay marriage is an important issue today and people should do whatever they wish in order to be happy.
ReplyDeleteA person running for president shouldn't dodge any questions, no matter how uncomfortable they may be.I love how Obama openly says he supports gay people. He says what he believes, even if others openly disagree with his opinion. Nice post :)
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