Yep, Pete, I figured you'd bring up Leviticus. Have you read the whole book of Leviticus? It's an interesting collection of ancient moral codes, many of which contradict each other. "Bible-believing" people can have a picnic in Leviticus, because they can go there and pick and choose rules to support any position they want to take. Just as homosexuality is an "abomination," Leviticus also labels eating shellfish an "abomination." Do you like eating crab or shrimp or clams, Pete?

I actually do find much value in the moral questions Leviticus poses. But whether Leviticus says something is right or wrong is a matter of religion. Why should a government pass laws based on the precepts found in Leviticus? When government gets into the business of legislating morality it creates big problems, and big injustices. Religious denominations should be free to give moral guidance to their members - but religions should not bully governments into enacting legislation that forces others to adhere to religious standards.

And whether I believe homosexuality is right or wrong, what right do I have to dictate whether their conduct is legal or illegal? It seems absolutely ludicrous for anyone to think they have a right to vote to decide whether homosexuals should have the right to marry. Whether or not they get married, is their business - and their business alone. It certainly has no effect on me, so why should I have a right to decide for them?

-Joe-