2007 HRC-LOGO debate on GLBT issues (all Republicans invited but only Democrats accepted): “On Civil Rights: On journey about same-sex marriage, but does not support it

Q: You’ve raised your faith as part of the reason for your opposition to same-sex marriage.
A: I shouldn’t have said that, because I believe, to my core, in equality.
Q: If it is not your faith, then what is at the core of that resistance? I know that you said you’re on a journey, and I’m curious where and when you might end up on that journey.
A: I can tell you where I am. First of all, I think you deserve to know the truth, and the truth is that my position on same sex marriage has not changed. I do believe strongly in civil unions and the substantive rights that go with that. I believe we desperately need to get rid of DOMA. I think we need to get rid of ‘don’t ask, don’t tell.’ I think we need to get rid of those things. Today I believe in all these other things, but I do not support same sex marriage. All I can tell you is where I am today. That’s the best I can do. You deserve to know that from me.
Source: 2007 HRC/LOGO debate on gay issues Aug 9, 2007″

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