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Re: Liberals Being Intolerant On Twitter Again - This Time Over Prop 8

eschewcapitals — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 20:09:35 -0000

I'm pretty sure I'd be the one to know what I was implying. I am quite capable of getting violent with words, and I posted this at a very emotional time for me. I had no intent of actually physically hurting anyone, nor do I ever.

Unless there's something my parents haven't told me, I am not your "sister", so please don't refer to me as such.

While it is quite possible I just don't know of it, in what case did the Supreme Court state that there is no violation of rights when marriage is limited? The only related case I know of is Loving v. Virginia, in which it was decided that it was unconstitutional for there to be race-based restrictions on marriage. I can't think of one that referred to gay marriage, though.

If you're referring to the DOMA, that essentially allows for states to make their own decisions on marriage, as you've so helpfully pointed out is the current law. I am quite aware that that is the law, as I believe most of the "emotional demonstrators" I've met are. The point of our demonstrations is to change the law. Whether or not the government has recognized it, marriage is a fundamental right that all US citizens are entitled to. So, thus, my rights have been violated. You seem to be missing the difference between the law and a person's rights; the law does not always recognize them.

As far as I know, the Supreme Court has declined to take any cases that address the DOMA (which is not the same as saying it's constitutional, I might add). Again, please correct me if I'm wrong.

I would like to point out that the California Supreme Court did, however, decide that banning gay marriage within the state is unconstitutional.

Re: Liberals Being Intolerant On Twitter Again - This Time Over Prop 8

eschewcapitals — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 19:33:44 -0000

How was I implying violence? I don't promote violence for any reason.

LGBT rights are the one thing I can not bend on. I can respectfully disagree with someone who is economically conservative, or even someone who is pro-life. However, anyone who is against any LGBT rights is personally disrespecting me by saying I am not equal to them and do not deserve the same rights. How can I be expected to respect someone who so blatantly does not respect me?

Re: Liberals Being Intolerant On Twitter Again - This Time Over Prop 8

eschewcapitals — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 19:07:29 -0000

"eschewcapitals: seriously, is anyone actually happy with the outcome of prop 8? (and if you are, i’d advise you getaway from me quickly)"

I know I'm a bit late responding to this, but it was just pointed out to me.

I don't want to spend my time with the people who voted for Prop 8- I did not wish them a fiery death or the like, I just don't want them around me personally, as the people I choose to spend my time with are pro-LGBT rights. I have a feeling that you would choose not to spend time around liberals such as myself. How is that so terribly intolerant of me?

Re: missive from nashville

eschewcapitals — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 16:15:23 -0000

for the concerts that are 18+, are you going to have something pre-show for us unfortunate 17 year olds? (namely the show in nyc next friday).

Re: please, please, please let me get what i want.

eschewcapitals — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 19:12:59 -0000

"the end of mr. y" is a fabulous fabulous book. i read it this summer in the heathrow airport. you have been reading some wonderful choices these days.

Re: the future of the dresden dolls

eschewcapitals — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 20:21:19 -0000

I despised the Wicked musical. The book is so dark and psychological and Awesome, and then the movie is all fluffy and happy and horrendous. But, I suppose it's worth seeing for comparison's sake. Sit near the front, because they do wear some amazing shoes and they're kind of the highlight of the performance.