tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606201113344523885.post3113595484651902663..comments2024-03-28T00:46:19.476-04:00Comments on Religion & American Law: Military Base same-sex marriageBrantley Gasawayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02894338478934982958noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606201113344523885.post-37161237112575141522011-10-05T11:22:18.865-04:002011-10-05T11:22:18.865-04:00I have two feelings on this issue. I completely a...I have two feelings on this issue. I completely agree with Tntbo's thoughts on really how much progress has been made. Though, I feel the struggle and path isn't over. But, this definitely evidence that we are making strides in the right direction. yet, I do agree with Harry that this is difficult because the country is so split on their decision. Some states, yes, some, no. Some courts will, some wont. It is difficult to make head-way when no decisions have been concretely made. Once the supreme court does decide, it will be easier to make specific actions within the military and by their chaplains.kandersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16138698451721426972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606201113344523885.post-53327535391668477162011-10-05T00:18:21.123-04:002011-10-05T00:18:21.123-04:00I am glad to see that we are finally making advanc...I am glad to see that we are finally making advancement within our society in order to grant those who serve us, a better tomorrow. Though I do understand that many people in the military could be against higher rights for the LGBT community, I believe that freedom of speech and constitutional rights kick in for all and thus, ending the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy was an essential part of mending prior discrimination towards the LGBT communities within the armed forces. I agree with TNTbo overall, in that same sex military marriages should take place where ever legally available.Zermeno A.https://www.blogger.com/profile/03198420388735613220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606201113344523885.post-31878089695182217562011-10-03T01:31:35.933-04:002011-10-03T01:31:35.933-04:00While I understand Tntbo's points and support ...While I understand Tntbo's points and support this military policy, I feel it is important to focus on the fact that these military chaplains would only be allowed to preside over ceremonies in states where civil unions have been legalized. This is an important aspect of this issue, for the military is making a sincere attempt to not violate local policies. Until the Supreme Court makes the final verdict on same-sex marriages, policies such as this one will be divided in their application and it is considerate of the military to not cause additional disputes by contradicting state law.Harry R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14904234636407712910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606201113344523885.post-60738881996078145772011-10-02T16:42:43.232-04:002011-10-02T16:42:43.232-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Harry R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14904234636407712910noreply@blogger.com