Gay rights or gay power?
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'Gay' threats target Christians over same-sex 'marriage' ban
Burn their f---ing churches, then tax charred timbers' Posted: November 05, 2008
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Decisions by voters in Florida, Arizona and California to join
residents of 27 other states with constitutional protections for
traditional marriage have prompted threats of violence against
Christians and their churches.
"Burn their f---ing churches to the ground, and then tax the charred
timbers," wrote "World O Jeff" on the JoeMyGod blogspot today within
hours of California officials declaring Proposition 8 had been
approved by a margin of 52 percent to 48 percent. Confirmation on
voter approval of amendments in Florida and Arizona came earlier.
The amendments in all three states essentially limit marriage to one
man and one woman. In California, the measure states the only
marriages "valid and recognized" in the state are those between one
man and one woman.
Thirty states now have adopted marriage amendments. However, in
California, the vitriol appeared especially high since the state
Supreme Court in May created same-sex marriage for homosexuals.
Proposition 8 overruled the court decision, readopting the marriage
definition California votersadopted in 2000.
On a blog website, "Tread" wrote, "I hope the No on 8 people have a
long list and long knives."
Another contributor to the JoeMyGod website said, "While financially
I supported the Vote No, and was vocal to everyone and anyone who
would listen, I have never considered being a violent radical
extremist for our equal rights. But now I think maybe I should
consider becoming one. Perhaps that is the only thing that will
affect the change we so desperately need and deserve."
A contributor identifying himself as "Joe" said, "I swear, I'd
murder people with my bare hands this morning."
Matt Barber, director of cultural affairs for Liberty Counsel,
called the statements "hate crimes" for their intent to create
violence against someone based on their beliefs.
"This is not just a matter of some people blowing off steam because
they're not happy with a political outcome. This is criminal
activity," he said. "The homosexual lobby is always calling for
'tolerance' and 'diversity' and playing the role of victim. They
claim to deplore violence and 'hate.' Here we have homosexuals
inciting, and directly threatening, violence against Christians."
On the "Queerty" website, "Stenar" asked, "Can someone in CA please
go burn down the Mormon temples there, PLEASE. I mean seriously. DO
IT."
"I'm going to give them something to be f---ing scared of. … I'm a
radical who is now on a mission to make them all pay for what
they've done," wrote "Jonathan."
Liberty Counsel's Barber said, "This is not free speech; these are
'hate crimes' under the existing definition. Imagine if Christian
websites were advocating such violence against homosexuals. There'd
be outrage, and rightfully so. It'd be national front-page news.
Federal authorities should immediately investigate these threats and
prosecute the perpetrators to the fullest extent of the law."
On yet another site, "Americablog," "scottinsf" wrote, "Trust me.
I've got a big list of names of mormons and catholics that were big
supporters of Prop 8. … As far as mormons and catholics … I warn
them to watch their backs."
"I hope they all rot in hell, those servants of a lying, corrupt
devil! BAN RELIGIOUS FUNDAMENTALISM," wrote Angelo.
One contributor went so far as to threaten to take out his
frustrations on his own family.
"You want me to come back to Idaho for Christmas? Oh wait, my
partner and I can't share the same bed? We can't show any affection
or any outward sign of our love for each other? Well sorry family
... no Uncle Adam and all his expensive gifts and delicious cooking
for you. Your childrens' presents will now be donations in their
name to the equal rights organization of my choosing. As will their
and your birthday presents, wedding presents, graduation presents,
and everything else I give going forward."
The writer continued, "Remember, I'm angry. And I'm strong from my
years at the gym and really am ready to take my frustration out on
someone or something."
Barber said the Human Rights Campaign, the National Gay and Lesbian
Task Force and "other leaders within the homosexual lobby" should
call immediately for an end to such threats.
There were suggestions of a different type of violence, too.
"Hope the gay waiters at their hotel p---ed in all the drinks they
served these cretins," "Jake" wrote about protectors of traditional
marriage.
"If you're planning a heterosexual wedding in California … be
prepared for picketers. Designate someone to watch the parking lot …
You're going to have lots of unexpected expenses. Add $500 to your
budget for security. … Be prepared for the flowers not lasting to
the reception or the tuxedos showing up two sizes too small or the
music at the reception being a way too loud or the cake tasting a
little funny," stated another threat. "Be afraid. Be very afraid. We
are everywhere."
Another even listed addresses of Mormon facilities. Mormon, Catholic
and other religious groups were active in supporting the marriage
definition.
"I do not openly advocate firebombing or vandalism. What you do with
the information is your own choice," wrote Jeremy.
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