Obama Stands By Anti-Gay Minister

dabateman · #1 (**permalink**) 10-25-2007, 04:33 AM

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“I strongly believe that African Americans and the LGBT community must stand together in the fight for equal rights,” Obama said in a statement. “And so I strongly disagree with Rev. McClurkin’s views and will continue to fight for these rights as president of the United States to ensure that America is a country that spreads tolerance instead of division.”

Okay, I'm all for calling Obama on associating himself with a man that contradicts the positions that Obama has previously taken on the issues. Once Obama said "My positions haven't changed.", the rainbow patrol should have backed off.

In general I am a fan of the HRC and gay activists for the principle of the argument, but come on! Get your panties out of a wad and move on with life! This guy isn't going to be mandating Obama's polices and the Senator has been clear with his position on gay rights. I wish these Drama Queens would quit trying to cause a scene for NO APPARENT REASON!

KnightOfSappho · #2 (**permalink**) 10-25-2007, 01:57 PM

I agree that this is overblown. It's a non-issue.

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