Yes on Prop 8!

I do not claim to know everything when it comes to politics, but I enjoy politics and enjoy learning, listening and reading about current issues and policies that effect everyone of us. This election comes at a time in history when we are facing an economic crisis, our national security being threatened, and if we continue this economic downturn and become a "second tier" nation economically we will really have a hard time defending our freedoms.

Our country was really built on religious core values and all of my ancestors came to this country in search of religious freedoms. I know that many try to separate these things- gov't and religion... but I really feel that our founding fathers were truly inspired by God when they built the basis of our country with the constitution. In this election I really feel that our, or my core values are being challenged and 'redefined' by our lawmakers.

In California, we are fighting to protect the definition of marriage. In 2000, an initiative was passed by 61% of Californians that defined marriage as being between a man and a woman. Last May, 4 of our Supreme Court judges overturned that initiative. Same gender marriage is now legal in California. So now on the ballot we are all voting on Prop 8: a yes vote will restore the traditional definition of marriage-that marriage is only between a man and woman, and a no vote will legalize same sex couples to be married.

Now Eric and I have been doing alot with the yes on Prop 8 campaign and I have had the opportunity to speak with a lot of people about this issue. Many people agree that they feel that marriage should just be between a man and woman but they don't want to take the rights away from others who might have another 'version' of marriage. Prop 8 does not take any rights or privileges away from same sex couples they have under a legal civil union. It's just called a 'partnership' not a marriage.

I truly feel that marriage is ordained of God and is to be defined between a man and woman. There is a God given purpose why it takes a man and woman to procreate naturally. I truly believe there are huge consequences that will affect all if we allow this core belief to be diluted through 'tolerance.' There are some things that should not be tolerated because of their sacredness. I really feel it important that I take a stand on this even if it's not politically correct or popular. We cannot sit back and be so politically correct and silent while others take away our religious freedoms.

I understand that our world has changed and we need to be tolerant of other people. This has been a very heated topic throughout California because it is such a sensitive subject for many. I know that everyone is a child of God, no matter their religion, choices, or lifestyle. But, I feel we opening Pandora's box by redefining marriage. We are facing losing our religious rights, freedom of speech and even more definitions of marriage, really where will it stop?

Same sex couples already have those same benefits and rights under the definition of a partnership without changing the definition of marriage. This choice is about protecting our children from being taught in public schools that “same-sex marriage” is the same as traditional marriage, and prevents other consequences to Californians who will be forced to not just be tolerant of gay lifestyles, but face mandatory compliance regardless of their personal beliefs.

For example: anyone who performs a marriage ceremony in the CA receives that authority from the state. If same sex marriage becomes permanently legal and a priest, minister, or bishop refuses to conduct such a marriage, would the state revoke the authority of that person to conduct traditional marriages? The state of Massachusetts has gone through this with the school systems, with religious organizations that have had to close their doors because their tax exempt status was revoked because they chose to deny services because of religious beliefs. We can look at MA and know our certain future if Prop 8 does not pass.

There is something to be said about "We the people." WE really can do so much if we are proactive and try in our little way to make a difference. Now as a homemaker I do not have a large audience to speak out to, nor can I possibly make a huge difference, but by posting my little political spew I hope that you can know where I stand and I hope you in turn can share with your friends how important it is to not only vote in this election but truly study the issues and know what and who you are really voting for.

I have never been a bumper sticker girl, someone who posted signs in their yards, stood on street corners with signs or called down calling sheets for a campaign. But I truly feel passionate about this issue about protecting my children, protecting our religious freedoms and preserving the divine institution of marriage.