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Mother of a Gay Son

I could not say this any better, she summed it up just how I feel, so I have copied and posted this message. -Em


Why Mother of gay child is voting YES on Proposition 8

I am a long time resident of Hollister and have a gay son. (I am writing this article anonymously to protect my child.) Several weeks ago I felt caught in the middle of the Proposition 8 battle of protecting traditional marriage in the constitution. I have always felt it was morally right to define marriage as “one man & one woman”, but I also wanted my son to have the same happiness I enjoy in my marriage. However…

Opponents of Proposition 8 have caused me to think more clearly over the past week. My neighborhood had several “vote YES” signs on their front lawns and now most of them are gone. I am appalled at the lengths the gay & lesbian community will go to get their point across. They have left profanity on my neighbor’s signs, hate messages in flyers left on cars saying church-going people are “bigots” and “intolerant”. If I was ever on the fence with this issue, I am not anymore. I am joining the proponents of Proposition 8 and am voting yes.. I have come to see for myself who are the intolerant bigots in our society. Some gay & lesbian groups have done nothing but cause hate, destruction and division between all of us. I have worked hard all of my life to love ALL people no matter their race, religion, or sexual identity. My “church-going” neighbors are some of the most loving, tolerant people I know, so why is this happening? If this anger & hate driven by the “NO” community is the direction our society is going, I will do all in my power to stop it. This issue has gotten out of control. If I have to choose between pleasing my son or doing what is morally right for myself, I will choose to save traditional marriage and the morals we have stood for since the beginning of time. We need to take a stand and save our society from the evil that is creeping in from those who hate this country, and despise traditional values. Our country was founded on the principles of freedom of religion and choice. I am CHOOSING to do what is morally right for me. How dare you take that away from me! I will always fight for what is right. I am voting YES on Proposition 8 and encourage you to take a stand and do the same.

Anonymous mother
Hollister, CA

Returning good for evil

I stood on a street corner for two hours today holding a "yes on Prop 8" sign . There was a lot of support in the way of honking, waving, thumbs-up, nodding, etc. I felt more optimistic knowing that there are others out there who support this proposition.

On the other hand, there were also plenty of people who honked just to draw attention to their middle finger. And there were those who talked about discrimination and civil rights. Some bordered on rude.

But through it all, I felt strengthened by returning good for evil. I stood there in the rain with my sign and a big smile on my face. I wanted to make sure that anyone whose views differ from mine at least know that I will not stoop to ugliness to voice my opinion. I will smile and wave regardless of their reaction to my sign.

And I will fight for my rights and for my children.

I feel that there are those who would make this into an issue of rights, but then ignore the fact that if this proposition fails, the rights of thousands of parents will be denied. The rights of churches will be decreased. And the rights of average citizens will be threatened, all in an effort to ensure the rights of a very vocal few.

And since that minority is so vocal, I think there are a lot of people out there who support Proposition 8, but are afraid to admit it. It is an effective strategy to make Prop 8 supporters think that they are alone and that they are on the unpopular side of this issue. Or to intimidate them into silence. But that is not the tactic I will use. I would rather be associated with a happy campaign fighting for the safety of my children than with an angry campaign trying to bully society as a whole to accept and promote my lifestyle.

I'll be fasting and praying that people have the courage to vote for what's right.

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It Won't be Taught in our Schools?????

If not then why is there this?

WorldNetDaily Exclusive
School holds surprise 'Gay' Day for kindergartners
Parents outraged at public elementary's secretive 'coming out' event
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Posted: October 22, 2008
9:34 pm Eastern
By Chelsea Schilling
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WorldNetDaily

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Some parents are shocked to find their children are learning to be homosexual allies and will participate in "Coming Out Day" at a public elementary school tomorrow – and they claim the school failed to notify parents.

One mother of a kindergartner who attends Faith Ringgold School of Art and Science, a K-8 charter school in Hayward, Calif., said she asked her 5-year-old daughter what she was learning at school.

The little girl replied, "We're learning to be allies."

The mother also said a Gay Straight Alliance club regularly meets in the kindergarten classroom during lunch.

According to a Pacific Justice Institute report, Faith Ringgold opted not to inform the parents of its pro-homosexual activities beforehand. The school is celebrating "Gay and Lesbian History Month" and is in the process of observing "Ally Week," a pro-"gay" occasion usually geared toward high school students.

The school is scheduled to host discussions about families and has posted fliers on school grounds portraying only homosexuals. According to the report, a "TransAction Gender-Bender Read-Aloud" will take place Nov. 20. Students will listen to traditional stories with "gay" or transgender twists, to include "Jane and the Beanstalk."

Some parents only recently noticed posters promoting the school's "Coming Out Day" tomorrow – celebrated 12 days after the national "Coming Out Day" usually observed on Oct. 11. When WND contacted the school to confirm the event, a female representative replied, "Yes, it is scheduled on our calendar."

When asked if the school made any efforts to inform parents, she refused to answer and said Hayward Unified School District would have to respond to additional questions. However, the district did not answer its phones or e-mails, and a voicemail recording would not take messages. "Coming Out Day" is not listed on the district's online school calendar.

Some of the parents contacted Pacific Justice Institute for representation when they learned the school was pushing pro-"gay" events for young children without warning.

Brad Dacus, president of Pacific Justice Institute, said opponents of California's proposed ban on same-sex marriage, or Proposition 8, often say the measure would not have an effect on public schools – but this is one of many recent developments that prove otherwise.

"Do we need any further proof that gay activists will target children as early as possible?" he asked. "Opponents of traditional marriage keep telling us that Prop. 8 has nothing to do with education. In reality, they want to push the gay lifestyle on kindergartners, and we can only imagine how much worse it will be if Prop. 8 is defeated. This is not a scenario most Californians want replayed in their elementary schools."

Concerned individuals may contact Faith Ringgold School of Art and Science by calling (510) 889-7399. The Hayward Unified School District can be reached at (510)784-2600 or by filling out the district contact form.
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This concerns me, is there really any reason to have this in our schools at this young of age? Science in Jr High touches the BIOLOGICAL conception of sperm meets eggs etc etc. In college we attend human sexuality classes..... but kindergarten? Isn't that where they learn their alphabet, colors, beginning sentence structure?

When did explaining what a Transgender is to a 5 year old become part of that curriculum? Do 5 year olds really even know what male/female body parts ARE (as functions and usage not just the names) at that age? Let alone the psychology of human sexuality?

Can't we leave them innocent as long as possible, in ALL cases of sexuality hetero and homo??

Prop 8 in Plain English

No Matter the Outcome

A friend told me yesterday, "No matter what the vote is in a few weeks, the people you most touch are your children. Your children will never forget the examples you are setting for them right now."

This really got me thinking about what has happened the last few months. Don't get me wrong, I really want prop 8 to pass. But if it doesn't I am still thankful for all the blessing that have come from fighting this fight.

1) We have all set examples for our kids that even when people don't agree with you, you still stand up for what you believe in. I have had SO many conversations with my kids as they have had questions about what Prop 8 is and why I am doing the things that I am doing. It has given me many opportunities to explain to them that doing the RIGHT thing is not always doing the EASIEST thing.

2) Many different religions have come together and found a unity in our community. As watch on the news or read online about all the different organizations and churches that are getting involved it makes me realize that maybe we have a lot more in common then we previously thought. We can also do a lot of good when we ban together and work towards a common goal.

3) Seeing all the YES on 8 signs makes me realize that I am not alone in my beliefs. The opposition does such a great job making me feel so isolated. Speaking out in support of traditional marriage has become so politically incorrect that after awhile you start to feel like you are the only one. You are branded ignorant, a "hater", intolerant, or a bigot if you take a position against gay marriage. Seeing how many signs have gone up and reading about how many people have donated money makes me realize that there are a lot of people out there that feel exactly the same way I do. Maybe now that we are all speaking out it won't be so scary anymore.

4) When you do what is right you will always be blessed. No matter if Prop 8 passes or not I truly believe that the Lord will recognize our effort and bless us for them. Who knows how many blessings will be bestowed from above when all is said and done.

Amanda

My school district will teach gay marriage and Jack O’Connell knows it!


by Mike Spence - Los Angeles County
10-27-2008 7:05 am

If Proposition 8 fails, my school district will teach gay marriage and Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell knows it!
Of course, school board members like me, some teachers, and some parents will resist this type of instruction. But like the Borg in the Star Trek Series, the law, education code, judges and pro-gay marriage groups will eventually force their "tolerant" view of gay marriage on all children in public schools.
This is how it will work in California public schools:
Education Code section 51933 makes it clear that schools that teach "comprehensive sex education" have to teach, "respect for marriage and committed relationships". This is something no school district can get around.
It is the choice of school districts whether or not they teach sex education. This is why the Anti- Proposition 8 campaign and Jack O'Connell say there is no requirement to teach about marriage.
What Jack O'Connell knows but doesn't say is that 96% of school districts teach comprehensive sex education. Those numbers are from O'Connell's California Department of Education. 96% must teach respect for marriage. The only way out is to end sex education programs in all these school districts. That is something that just won't happen. Look at the outcry that takes place when boards try to emphasize more abstinence. The same groups against Proposition 8 strongly support sex education in our schools. As does O'Connell. They along with the education establishment that created sex education will fight anyone that tries to abolish it.
As you can see, Jack O'Connell saying that Proposition 8 doesn't affect children in schools is like saying the Governor's proposed sales tax hike won't affect people, because there is no mandate that they buy products covered by the sales tax. But it isn't just sex education that's affected. Look at last year's California Association of Teachers of English Conference. One workshop was entitled "Reading and Writing Beyond the Closet: LGBTQ Inclusion in the English Classroom". (For those new to the acronyms it is Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Trans-gendered, and Questioning). The 2009 conference has a whole strand on the topic. Teen fiction, elementary school reading books, and history are all fair game. Over ten years ago, the leaders of the West Covina teachers union sued me because I tried to stop a workshop for middle school teachers called "Out of The Closet, Into The Classroom".Passage of SB 777, which expanded discrimination law to include ANYTHING that might discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, or a classification in hate crime statutes, also impacts every aspect of educational activities. This was before the debate about Proposition 8. In their decision on the marriage case, the State Supreme Court found that by its very nature, limiting marriage to that between a man and a woman is discrimination based on sexual orientation. How is a teacher, parent, or school board member going to overcome the Supreme Court, State law, and the educational establishment? That brings us to opt-out provisions in California law. The very fact that Anti-Proposition 8 folks cite the opt-out provision should be a wake-up call that gay marriage will be taught and they know it. Otherwise, why bring up opt-out provisions? The opt-out provision is very narrow in California and is limited to "sexually explicit content" that describes the functions of reproductive organs. That's it. Some have pointed out that two children from the infamous first grade class field trip to a same-sex marriage didn't go. They didn't go because it was an off-campus trip and permission is needed to leave campus. Had the marriage been done on the school campus, parents would not need to be notified nor allowed to opt-out.You don't have to believe me. Believe the National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR). NCLR has given $300,000 to the No on Prop 8 campaign and its Executive Director is on the No on 8 Steering Committee. Their legal analysis, LGBT Legal Issues for School Attorneys, says: "State law explicitly provides that 'instruction or materials that discuss gender, sexual orientation, or family life and do not discuss human reproductive organs and their functions' is not subject to the parental notice and opt-out laws. California Education Code § 51932(b)." (Pg.31) There is no opt-out for gay marriage and the legal and educational establishment is dedicated to using existing law to force it on public schools. When you see the advertisements with Jack O'Connell saying that Proposition 8 is not going to lead to gay marriage being taught in schools, he is either a fool or trying to fool you and that is shameful.

Take Courage!

I wasn't lying

I was serious when I said I put a sticker on my purse. They come right off, and I've already had to replace it once, with no gunk left behind! Carrying the cause! When I feel I have no control I decide to do something that makes me feel more in control, no matter how silly. Surprisingly this makes me feel better.

Right vs. Privilege

I have to think that those who oppose Prop 8 are scared. They are afraid that their cause is not just. That's why they resort to name calling, stealing signs, and intimidating Prop 8 supporters. In a fair fight, they are afraid they will lose, so they want to slant the playing field to their advantage.

What an interesting irony. Those who scream for tolerance, diversity and equality are unable to extend the same courtesy to anyone with conservative views. The message is that tolerance, diversity and equality are just other terms for liberal. Forcing the country to all be liberal would eliminate diversity and equality, and tolerance would be a thing of the past.

Unfortunately, in our country of entitlement, those who feel they have to protect their rights often do so by limiting the rights of others. What about the right to my own opinion? What about the right to a peaceful neighborhood? What about the right to raise and teach my children as I see best? No, these are not rights specified in the constitution, but if the claim is that marriage between any two adults is a right, then those ought to be considered rights too.

And while we're on the subject, I'm not so sure marriage is a right at all. I believe it is a privilege extended to those who are able to make a unique contribution to society. A heterosexual couple is able to bring children into their union, thus establishing a family, the base of society. Extending the marriage privilege to include homosexual couples makes allowance for personal gratification, but does nothing to actually strengthen society. (I know, there are heterosexual couples with fertility problems who are not able to conceive. And I know that with modern science, it is possible to conceive in vitro. I also know about adoption. But the truth of the matter is that there is a reason that it takes the cells of both a man and a woman to conceive a child. And the chances of conception are much greater in a heterosexual couple than in a homosexual one.)

But expressing those opinions will get me labeled as an intolerant bigot, so I ought to just keep them to myself. Because, what if someone recognizes truth, and changes their vote because of it? That would make the "no" campaign more scared than ever.

Stealing Sings.

Who's on the Lord Side, Who?

If you were able to attend the fireside on Prop 8 the First Presidency has asked us to spend 4 hours a week working toward the passing of Proposition 8. This can be calling, handing out flyers, entering data, talking to friends, blogging, emailing, etc. We now have the opportunity to hold signs on street corners! If you are willing to help in this cause PLEASE call Kelly Thompson. This is an EASY way to get your 4 hours in! We are also moving to the second phase of calling. Recontacting those who said they were undecided, and those who said they would vote yes to remind them to please remember to vote. This will be less scary as they have already been contacted and were nice enough to talk with us. =) If you are able to do this, please also contact Kelly. Thank you!

If you are not in the Turlock 4th ward, your ward should have a representative that will be needing this help as well.

Called to Serve.

Proposition 8 attire

I finally got brave enough, and put a bumper sticker on my purse. (yes,, I am that tacky) I find that I don't bring it up in conversation enough, so maybe this will help. You know when you feel powerless? When you just can't talk to people because they have already made up their minds without all the facts, and you still want to be Christian about it? Well I am there. So I'm trying to take back some of my own power and freedom of speech and religion. And surprisingly I feel better.

So here's to hoping I don't get attaked.

Democracy

Is it just me, or are the people fighting against prop 8 telling us

"you have the right to fight for oppression? thats new, musta been slipped in our constitution while i wasn't looking" -voting no on Prop 8

Umm... I believe just the opposite. 61% of Californians voted in 2000 to pass a Proposition to keep the definiton of Marriage between a man and a woman. There are 4 judges, count them, 4, who decided to overule 61% of voting Californians to have them believe that Marriage should include Gay/Lesbian couples. Now with 5% of the nations (not just California) population being gay, it would seem that the minority are "opressing" the majority into believing that gay marriage is ok. They are even telling the churches to accept this, that they have to accept this.

I'm not sure this is much of a democracy anymore when the people's voices aren't heard or upheld. Scary times.

Tormented in Turlock

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Watch!

Have you seen the new add?

Great new video

This is the video we saw on Wednesday Night. It is great!

Moral Issue

I will vote yes on Prop 8 because I believe that marriage should only be between a man and a woman. For me, this is a moral issue. I believe that it is morally wrong to engage in a homosexual relationship. And I cannot deny my moral convictions by voting against this proposition.

Now, I know that in our society it is considered closed-minded and unenlightened to believe that there are moral rights and wrongs. Everything these days has become a shade of gray, leaving me to decide whether a certain decision is "right for me". The opposition for Prop 8 would say that even though I would not be personally affected by an amendment in the constitution defining marriage, I should not deny the right of marriage to anyone. Because maybe homosexuality is "right for them".

But I will stick with my moral convictions. I will teach my children that there are issues that have a moral right and wrong. And I will vote according to my conscience.

5% of all Americans are Gay/Lesbian

This statistic blew me away! With so few of the majority how on earth are so many things getting on the ballot and passed when they are so far off from what so many believe???

They are now telling us that even Foster Care parents will be trained in how to teach that marriage between any 2 adults is normal, IF Proposition 8 does not pass.

I tell you we are living in scary times. I need to remember to rely on the Lord and seek peace. Please hear my heart on this. Stand up for what you believe, read the details, and be sure to vote!

Marriage between a Man and Woman is Ordained of God. I'm going with God on this one.

New Commercial

The new VOTE YES on Prop 8 commercial is out!
https://www.icontribute.us/protectmarriage/initiative/firstademail

LA Times Op-Ed

In the light of this issue, Liberal Democrats are synonymous with Prop 8 opposition. This opinion editorial is written by someone who is a Liberal in FAVOR of protecting marriage. Check out his reasons why.

Protecting marriage to protect children
Marriage as a human institution is constantly evolving. But in all societies, marriage shapes the rights and obligations of parenthood.

By David Blankenhorn
September 19, 2008

LA Times

Beautiful Video

Must see video!

http://www.catholicvote.com/

News Video

This is a video about what is happening to people who support Prop 8.
http://cbs5.com/video/?id=39024@kpix.dayport.com

No more "Bride" and "Groom"

Please help us get this information into the hands of as many people as possible by forwarding it to your entire e-mail list of family and friends.
A perfect example of why California needs Prop 8
September 9, 2008
Dear Friends,
According to a WorldNetDaily article, "Brides" and "grooms" are no longer allowed to marry in the State of California.
That privilege is only extended to individuals who allow themselves to be called "Party A" and "Party B" on marriage licenses.

Pastor Doug Bird of Abundant Life Fellowship in Roseville, Calif., was alarmed to find the state now rejects the traditional terms after he officiated his first marriage ceremony last week following the California Supreme Court decision to overturn Proposition 22.

The couple had written the words "bride" and "groom" next to "Party A" and "Party B" because they wanted to be legally recognized as husband and wife.

However, the Placer County marriage license was denied.

"I received back the license and a letter from the Placer County Clerk/Recorder stating that the license 'does not comply with California State registration laws,'" Bird said in a statement from the Pacific Justice Institute.

It was an "unacceptable alteration," the County Recorder's Office claimed the State Office of Vital Records determined.

"What's next?" Bird wrote in a Sept. 4 letter. "Will the State of California force [ministers] to use the terms "Party A" and "Party B" in the ceremony itself?"

In a 4-3 decision, California's high court declared that legal definitions of marriage as a union between a man and a woman were unconstitutional. Since the ruling, the generic designations have been added to legal documents.

Pacific Justice Institute President Brad Dacus said voters must change the state constitution by voting on the marriage amendment in November if they wish to preserve the traditional meaning of marriage.

"Unless Proposition 8 is passed, heterosexual couples will be forced to wed out of the state if they wish to be officially identified as bride and groom or husband and wife." He said in a statement. "This is a major slap in the face for traditional marriage."

Want to sound off? Use the contact information below to voice your opinion.

Jim McCauley, County Clerk-Recorder-Registrar of Voters
2954 Richardson DriveAuburn, CA 95603 Recordings - (530) 886-5600Clerk - (530) 886-5610Fax: (530) 886-5687E-mail: clerk@placer.ca.gov
Thank you for caring enough to get involved. If you feel our efforts are worthy of support, would you consider making a small tax-deductible contribution to help us continue?
Sincerely, Donald E. Wildmon,Founder and ChairmanAmerican Family Association
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Calling people to get the vote out!

Well I made a bunch of phone calls today asking people if they are registered to vote and helping them if they needed it. I was also encourging them to vote YES on prop 8.
I HATE talking to people I don't know so this was hard for me. My heart was racing and my palms were sweaty but I DID IT! I had a lot of people say they were voting yes on Prop 8 even from people that didn't know me.

The links were already put here to register to vote online. But if you want to do it in person you can go to your local DMV and pick up the paperwork there.

Side Note

Dear Friends: This is an issue that is pretty much going under the radar, and I think we all need to make this telephone call.

This is real. I just called. It took less than 30 seconds. It is just a recording and so easy to do. Press NO. Please call!!

AB 2567 has passed the California Assembly and the Senate and is awaiting Governor Schwarzenegger' s signature or veto. This bill will set aside May 22Nd as a special day to celebrate the life of homosexual politician Harvey Milk in the public schools. Harvey Milk will be honored in the same manner as our Founding Fathers and Martin Luther King, although the only thing he is actually known for is being proud be be a homosexual! If you haven't heard about this bill it is because the liberal media is downplaying this bill so that it will pass.

PLEASE CALL GOVERNOR SCHWARZENEGGER AND MAKE YOU VOICE HEARD.
The Number to call is : 1 916-445-2841

Please forward this to as many people as possible.

Legislature Passes Bill for 'Gay Day' Celebrations in California Public Schools
By Peter J. Smith
August 8, 2008, SACRAMENTO (LifeSiteNews. com) - California public schools soon will be planning 'gay day' celebrations every May 22 unless Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger vetoes the legislation. Thursday the California Assembly approved AB 2567, which designates May 22 as 'Harvey Milk Day.' The 43 to 26 vote occurred on party lines with Democrats for, Republicans against. Earlier this week, AB 2567 passed the California State Senate on another party line vote 22-13 - Democrats for, Republicans against. The bill will require all public schools to 'conduct suitable commemorative exercises' in commemoration of the anti-religious, homosexualist agenda of the late San Francisco Supervisor Harvey Milk. According to a Senate analysis of the bill, 'This bill requires the Governor to proclaim May 22 as Harvey Milk Day…The designation of a day of significance triggers statutory encouragement for public schools to observe and conduct commemorative exercises suitable to the day.' 'This bad bill will teach impressionable schoolchildren the anti-religious, homosexual-bisexual -transsexual agenda of Harvey Milk,' warned Randy Thomasson, President of Campaign for Children and Families.

'If signed into law, AB 2567 will mean an official day commemorating homosexuality, bisexuality, and transsexuality in California government schools…This will harm children as young as children as young as kindergarten. ' 'The Democrats are so cocky, they have no qualms about pushing sexual indoctrination upon children in an election year.
For the love of God, parents and their children, we implore Governor Schwarzenegger to veto AB 2567' Thomasson said.

The Facts

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Questions & Answers About Proposition 8

What is Proposition 8?
Proposition 8 is a simple and straightforward voter initiative. It contains the same 14 words that were previously approved in 2000 by over 61% of California voters: "Only marriage between a man and a woman is valid or recognized in California."
Because four activist judges in San Francisco wrongly overturned the people’s vote, we need to pass this measure as a constitutional amendment to restore the definition of marriage as between a man and a woman.

What does a YES vote on Proposition 8 mean?
Voting YES on Proposition 8 does 3 simple things:
1) It restores the definition of marriage to what the vast majority of California voters already approved and human history has understood marriage to be.
2) It overturns the outrageous decision of four activist Supreme Court judges who ignored the will of the people.
3) It protects our children from being taught in public schools that "same-sex marriage" is the same as traditional marriage.

What does a NO vote on Proposition 8 mean?
If Proposition 8 is defeated, the sanctity of marriage will be destroyed and its powerful influence on the betterment of society will be lost. The defeat of Prop. 8 would result in the very meaning of marriage being transformed into nothing more than a contractual relationship between adults. No longer will the interests of children and families even be a consideration. We will no longer celebrate marriage as a union of husband and wife, but rather a relationship between ‘Party A’ and ‘Party B.’ The marriage of a man and a woman has been at the heart of society since the beginning of time. It promotes the ideal opportunity for children to be raised by a mother and father in a family held together by the legal, communal and spiritual bonds of marriage. And while divorce and death too frequently disrupt the ideal, as a society we should put the best interests of children first, and that is traditional marriage. Voting No on Proposition 8 would destroy marriage as we know it and cause profound harm to society.

Will Proposition 8 take away any rights for gay and lesbian domestic partners?
No. Proposition 8 is about preserving marriage; it’s not an attack on the gay lifestyle. Proposition 8 doesn’t take away any rights or benefits from gays or lesbians in domestic partnerships. Under California law, "domestic partners shall have the same rights, protections and benefits" as married spouses. (Family Code §297.5.) There are no exceptions. Proposition 8 will not change this.
If Proposition 8 passes, what will happen to the same-sex marriages that have already taken place?
Under Proposition 8, the validity and recognition of all marriage in California would be limited to a man and a woman, including past and future marriages, as well as marriages from other states or countries. The rights and obligations of same-sex couples who obtained marriage licenses before Proposition 8 passes will be up to the Courts to decide.

If Proposition 8 does not pass, will my children be forced to learn about gay marriage at school?
Yes. In health education classes, state law requires teachers to instruct children as young as kindergarteners about marriage. (Education Code §51890.) If the same-sex marriage ruling is not overturned, teachers will be required to teach young children that there is no difference between gay marriage and traditional marriage.

Why is Proposition 8 needed? Didn’t we already vote on this issue?
In 2000, over 61% of Californians voted to reaffirm the traditional definition of marriage as only between a man and a woman (Proposition 22). However, because this language wasn’t put into the California Constitution, four activist judges from San Francisco wrongly overturned the people’s vote in a closely divided 4-3 decision. Proposition 8 reverses the court’s decision by restoring the definition of marriage as a man and a woman in the state Constitution.

Could the California Supreme Court overturn the people’s vote again and declare Proposition 8 unconstitutional?
No. By amending the state Constitution directly, the court cannot declare Proposition 8 to be unconstitutional, as it did with Proposition 22. Proposition 22 added a regular statute to the California Family Code. Regular statutes are a "lower" law than the state Constitution. By adding the language of Proposition 8 to the state Constitution, which is the highest source of law in the state, the California courts would be required to uphold traditional marriage.

Who supports this initiative?
A wide range of national, state and local pro-family organizations, churches and individuals have formed a broad-based coalition to support Proposition 8. To date, the coalition represents over one million people in California. To view a list of supporters, visit www.ProtectMarriage.com.

What will happen to the domestic partnership laws if Proposition 8 is enacted?
Nothing. All laws on the books regarding domestic partnerships will remain intact. Gays and lesbians in domestic partnerships will continue to enjoy all the legal rights and benefits that married couples enjoy. Proposition 8 does not affect those rights and benefits.

Where can I find more information about Proposition 8 or get involved in the campaign?
You can visit the Proposition 8 Web site at www.ProtectMarriage.com or call
(916) 446-2956. There are a number of ways to get involved with the campaign, including volunteering, donating and helping to spread the word about the importance of voting YES on Proposition 8.
Vote Yes on Proposition 8!
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Register to Vote

http://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/elections_vr.htm

Prop 8 Video

http://www.afa.net/prop8video/index.html

If Prop 8 Succeeds

For those who are Californians and you have not heard of Proposition 8, here's a little tidbit on what it is for. PLEASE NOTE THAT NO RIGHTS ALREADY GIVEN TO CIVIL UNIONS WILL BE TAKEN AWAY, THIS IS NOT HATRED TOWARD SAME SEX COUPLES, this is an issue of morality and what I want my children to be taught in public schools and at church and simply a fight to keep a word's definition of what it was originally inteded for.This country was founded on religion, and Marriage is ordained by God between a Man and a Woman. The squeaky wheel keeps getting the oil, so I've decided to squeak myself and see if I can make a difference.

YES on Proposition 8 does three simple things:
1.) It restores the definition of marriage to what the vast majority of California voters already approved and human history has understood marriage to be.

2.) It overturns the outrageous decision of four activist Supreme Court judges who ignored the will of the people.

3.) It protects our children from being taught in public schools that "same-sex marriage" is the same as traditional marriage

You Can Help!

Visit www. ProtectMarriage. com to:
*Sign up for email updates
*Sign up to volunteer
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For those who Agree and are in California, please be sure you are registered to vote. Please be sure to share information on Prop 8 with those of your family and friends with the same beliefs so that we CAN make a difference. And those not in California PLEASE pray with us, appeal to heaven, so that right will stand.

Feel free to share your opinions with me, but please don't send hate mail. I don't send it your way, please keep it away from me.Thanks!

Six Consequences if Prop 8 fails

1. Children in public schools will be taught that both traditional marriage and same-sex marriage are okay.
The California Education Code already requires that health education classes instruct children about marriage. (§51890)
Therefore, if the definition of marriage is changed, children will be taught that marriage is a relation between any two adults. There will be serious clashes between the secular school system and the right of parents to teach their children their own values and beliefs.

2. Churches will be sued if they refuse to allow same-sex marriage ceremonies in their religious buildings that are open to the public. Ask whether your pastor, priest, minister, bishop, or rabbi is ready to perform such marriages in your chapels and sanctuaries.

3. Religious adoption agencies will be challenged by government agencies to give up their long-held right to place children only in homes with both a mother and a father. Catholic Charities in Boston has already closed its doors because of the legalization of same-sex marriage in Massachusetts.

4. Religions that sponsor private schools and which provide housing for married students will be required to provide housing for same-sex couples, even if it runs counter to church doctrine, or lose tax exemptions and benefits.

5. Ministers who preach against same-sex marriages will be sued for hate speech and could be fined by the government. It has already happened in Canada, one of six countries that have legalized gay marriage.

6. It will cost you money. A change in the definition of marriage will bring a cascade of lawsuits. Even if courts eventually find in favor of a defender of traditional marriage (highly improbable given today’s activist judges), think of the money – your money, your church contributions – that will have to be spent on legal fees.
And think of all the unintended consequences that we cannot even foresee at this time. Where will it end?

It’s your children, your grandchildren, your money, and your liberties.
Lets work together to protect them!

Appeal Heaven

Yesterday at church we listened to a number of letters regarding Proposition 8 from our church leadership. It was inspiring and a little scary. To think that the minority keeps ruling and changing our laws and seeing a big battle ahead of us to protect our Morality. My dear friend Kelly mentioned it is like being told to eat an elephant in one sitting. But like those in the Revolutionary war, although facing a larger, stronger foe, they carried signs that said "Appeal Heaven". They knew with God on their side they could win. This is what our country is founded on! How far off can we go?!? I don't want to know.

So I am asking that you will appeal Heaven with me, that our voices might be heard, that right will overcome evil, and we will be successful.