Fri 22 Apr, 2011 12:29 pm - That was my thought. I couldn't imagine it being handled too differently - otherwise I'm sure that would be another cause for uproar. (view)
Thu 21 Apr, 2011 08:53 am - Unfortunately the only word coming to mind is "toss up", though I know that doesn't accurately describe it... There's value in both your argument and plainoldme's.
Due... (view)
Wed 20 Apr, 2011 10:45 pm - Agreed - I was a little slow on the pick up, but once it was explained, Plainoldme raised a very valid point.
If I remember correctly, some of the more recent controversy with DOMA has been... (view)
Wed 20 Apr, 2011 01:00 pm - It defined marriage in (what I saw as) a rather underhanded way.
While yes, there was a definition listed, the reason the debate is going the direction it has is dominantly due to things like... (view)
Tue 19 Apr, 2011 07:45 pm - Do you think the issue will ever be solved separately from the religious institutions within the States? I know, I know - separation of church and state, they're separate issues.
BUT: as... (view)
Tue 19 Apr, 2011 07:26 pm - Mind sharing a bit of detail/stories? It sounds interesting - I only lived in Canada for two years, so not quite long to become overly acquainted with the healthcare system there. (view)
Tue 19 Apr, 2011 07:25 pm - Apologies - the concept of "selective" churches is indeed fairly central to the argument, and it was my mistake for not being so clear. Is there anything else I can expand upon/include to... (view)
Tue 19 Apr, 2011 07:07 pm - Righto, that's what I thought you were asking!
My thought? As an employee of the state, I think he'd be required to adhere to the law, regardless of his personal beliefs. Said-justice... (view)