Channeling Trotsky

Same sex marriage will be homophobia’s Waterloo. While it only took von Blücher and Wellington three days to defeat Napoleon, homophobia’s last stand will go on well into the next decade. Those of us residing in the countryside may not be a part of the frontline action; however, we have work to do in our rural communities.
Every time homophobia rears its ugly head, we have to be there to challenge the myths, to unite and to educate about the realities of marriage. Marriage is more than a sacred rite. It’s a civil contract between two adults and the state. There’s too much emphasis on the former and way too little on the latter. We need to take the lead on bringing the two into perspective.
I thank those of you who took the time to contact the News-Review editor and lodge your complaint about the vicious stereotyping mentioned in my earlier posts. It was blatantly dishonest, and the editor had to account for her actions. The homophobe who wrote the letter-to-the-editor stereotyping us is an incidental evil. It affords the opportunity to bring homophobia onto the front burner.
The California Supreme Court is going to rule on Prop 8 sometime in June. Whichever way it goes, both sides are going to ratchet up the stakes. Let’s be more than collateral damage and cannon fodder. We can make a difference! Let’s get to work!! Let’s be part of history!!!
Here are some roles that need to be filled. I’m sure there are others I haven’t thought of. Step up to the plate!
Good Cops: People who are in position to advocate from within the system and/or are willing to influence community leaders.
Bad Cops: People who are comfortable with conflict. Bad cops have to be able to see the opportunity in conflict and seize upon it.
Techies: People who display a great, sometimes obsessive, interest in technology, high-tech devices and particularly the Internet.

Legal: Most marriages will require a prenuptial agreement.

Role Models: People knowledgeable about the intricacies of marriage that would mentor and educate.

Grunts: People willing to roll up their sleeves and pitch in when needed.

Supporters: People willing to write letters, participate in picket lines and demonstrations.

Organizers: People willing to develop a process where we can come together to plan and coordinate.

Archivists: Our work has to be documented.

Let’s start a dialog. Even if you just want to tell me I’m crazy, I’d like to discuss it.

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