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By Jon

May 23, 2007 11:32 PM | Link to this

For those of you who are afraid of homosexuals teaching your children in Sunday School or at a retreat: who says they are not already teaching? Most likely there is one who is living in fear that he or she may be attacked simply due to who they sleep with in bed.

By Jon

May 23, 2007 11:32 PM | Link to this

For those of you who are afraid of homosexuals teaching your children in Sunday School or at a retreat: who says they are not already teaching? Most likely there is one who is living in fear that he or she may be attacked simply do to who they sleep with in bed.

By Vince

May 21, 2007 12:40 AM | Link to this

I disagree with this law. There should be no protected classes. It should be acceptable and legal for me to fire anyone whom I choose for whatever reason I choose. If I want to fire someone for a choice like homosexuality, I should also be able to fire them for the choice of their religion, or political party. If this was the case I would be ably to fire all the lazy Christians who studies have shown to be less intelligent and hard working than Atheists or Jews.

By Drew Alise

May 20, 2007 9:15 PM | Link to this

Looking at these comments, I am ashamed to be an Ohioan. I am a black, bisexual woman living, in an area generally considered the most liberal in the state, Cleveland Heights. Because I do live in an area that is diverse as to race, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation, I often forget that the rest of the state is part of the Bible Belt where it is simply not safe to be anything other than a white, straight, male, Christian. I hope Northeast Ohio eventually secedes.

By Steven

May 19, 2007 1:59 PM | Link to this

no…discrimination and hate are a sin. And if you are worried because gay people will finally be protected in this state….you are very sad. GET OVER IT. Gay people live here and we arent going anywhere. So get over your bigotry or move to Iran. This is also OUR STATE, OUR LIVES, and OUR HOME. And the most recent poll shows 68% of Ohioans support legislation that bans discrimination on sexual orientaion and gender identity. so…..YOU LOSE!

By Steve

May 19, 2007 6:24 AM | Link to this

My personal feeling is that this legislation will be killed by the Republican-controlled legislature. Don’t forget that, while the morally loose Democratic Governor Strickland has a certain clout, the Republicans still control the state house and senate. The GOP holds a near 2-1 majority in the state senate. So, let’s not get too worried until it actually happens.

As for what I think of this legislation, I think it’s absolute garbage and shouldn’t be permitted. Homosexuality is a sin.

By Joe

May 18, 2007 3:20 PM | Link to this

right on! I agree! Im so tired of the wackos using God to hate. Give me a call…ill set ya straight…leave gay people alone. They are hurting no one. I dont know what makes you people think you can come in here and gay bash! No respect at all! its mind boggling. IGNORANT IGNORANT IGNORANT FOOLS!

By Joe B.

May 18, 2007 3:16 PM | Link to this

Your church is very open, but your mind is very closed.

By Tom

May 18, 2007 3:14 PM | Link to this

If you are going to church and saying you dont want gay people there, you are not a true Christian. Christ would not have done that. Study his teachings. There is nothing wrong with being gay, and gay people cant help who they are. People like Nancy are so homophobic and ignorant, its pathetic. God help your hateful little bigoted souls. Im tired of hearing your homophobia. GET OVER IT AND MOVE ON, LEAVE US ALONE. you are so hateful! Why so much hate? That is not Christ’s teaching. WRONG!

By Nancy

May 18, 2007 2:43 PM | Link to this

To Joe: I misspelled my own name last time. I almost didn’t respond, but decided I should. You are very right about pedophiles are in the church as well - in fact, they like it there, because in general, churches are very open places. However, I still would say this - I would not want a homosexual in a church daycare any more than I would want a pedophile in that same setting.

By Joe B.

May 18, 2007 2:31 PM | Link to this

Nany states that “some” homosexuals are pedophiles. But so are many churchgoers. Don’t try your veiled generalization that homosexuals pose a greater risk to children than heterosexuals. You need to look at the characteristics of pedophiles before you fling that stone.

By Nany

May 18, 2007 10:59 AM | Link to this

I almost brought up the church issue, but didn’t. I WOULD draw the line in having homosexuals employed in any capacity in a church environment and even daycares, because some homosexuals are pedophiles as well. So I was ONLY address in the public realm and not where I worship. I would fight for that and very well may have to some day, because the Bible in its accuracy has already said that evil will just get worse and it is.

By Freedom Lover

May 18, 2007 10:40 AM | Link to this

For all the “loving and tolerant” Christians who condone this ungodly legislation. Are you prepared to have homosexuals watch your children in your church nurseries, teach your Sunday School classes, work in the church office, go on church “retreats”, and work in your Christian owned businesses? Who’s converting who?

By Rhine Mclin's hat

May 18, 2007 10:40 AM | Link to this

boo hoo Im gay and need special treatment and attention. Seems to me some homosexuals feel the need to draw excess attention to themselves (look at me Im gay with my 20 rainbow stickers on my escort) if some gays would just blend in with the rest of society crap like this wouldnt be needed, yet they want to be treated the same but they just dont want to act the same. Current laws protect them just another “LAW MAKER” making pointless laws to show they are doing something for special interest

By Russ

May 18, 2007 10:33 AM | Link to this

A step in the right direction. Way to go Husted. Finally some fresh young minds in Ohio’s government.

By KS

May 18, 2007 10:15 AM | Link to this

The sad part to all of this is some of the professed ‘christians’ using this subject to justify using God as a weapon for hate. How anyone lives their life is between them and God. This is a good move for our Ohio Government.

By Joe B.

May 18, 2007 9:49 AM | Link to this

To Roscoe. The Constitution also says all should have the same rights. Yet gays can’t marry. WE pay taxes, support school levys, support straight owned businesses, but we don’t have the same rights. That’s discrimination, which is what we need protected from.

By Meredith!

May 18, 2007 9:49 AM | Link to this

This is not about religious beliefs. Employment is not run on religious beliefs and it sholuldnt be because this is a freee society not a Religious Theocracy like some in the middle east. So i agree…religion is way off topic here and is not a part of this at all. Keep your religious beliefs at home or in your church and learn to share your state with non believers and those that are different than you!

By Nancy

May 18, 2007 9:45 AM | Link to this

How many are having sex outside of marriage? I don’t like knowing that people around me are doing that, but they are. And if God allows me to have an opprotunity to witness to them, I will do that. I would do that if I worked with a homeosexual and sensed God leading me. If that person didn’t work there, I might not get to tell them of the love of Jesus (I know some will say they don’t need Jesus and that’s okay or some will say I’m being too “approving” of hiring homosexuals).

By David

May 18, 2007 9:44 AM | Link to this

Homosexuality is a sin accourding to you! Not everyone agrees. Religion should not be considered here because we live in a free society. So practice your beliefs in your church. Keep them out of the public square.

By Nancy

May 18, 2007 9:40 AM | Link to this

Read thru list & almost forgot what topic is. I’m a Christian and not ashamed. To stay on the actual topic. A person (no matter what) should be able to work in state positions as long as they are truly qualified, gay or straight. I DON’T believe that gays should have same benfits. Since God has been brought in to the talk, homosexuality is a sin - so is adultery, fornication, gluttony, lying, murder. etc… How many people do we work w/ who sleep with someone else’s husband/wife…..

By Joe B.

May 18, 2007 9:38 AM | Link to this

As a FORMER Daytonian reading these responses, I am very proud to say ….I am a FORMER Daytonian. And stop saying “queer” like it’s a bad thing. Homophobes!

By tracy

May 18, 2007 9:31 AM | Link to this

I agree with steve! this is a much needed protection. It isnt “special rights” as some say. Currently, people arent fired or discriminated against for being straight, but they are for being gay. So it is straight people who have the special right currently of not having to worry about that at work. This bill just levels the playing field for GLBT Ohioans. Ohio is finally becoming a diverse and welcoming state. Maybe our economy will improve next!

By Steve

May 18, 2007 9:25 AM | Link to this

This is great. there is a real need for this. All it does is ensure that people are not judged for their sexual orientation when applying for work or when being judged on their performance. If someone does bring a frivilous lawsuit, Im sure the judge and jury will be smart enough to see through it. There are those who will abuse any system. That doesnt justify throwing the whole system out. This will be a great protection and provide peace of mind to thousands of GLBT Ohioans living in fear.

By Roscoe

May 18, 2007 8:50 AM | Link to this

Here’s the latest example of Government catering to another special interest group. Lets give them special rights they already have according to the Constitution. This country is now run by special interest groups……………

By Eric

May 18, 2007 8:30 AM | Link to this

I think I am the only person not resorting to bashing religion or promoting religion. Look at it this way. Two people are interviewed for the same job. Both have similar resumes, qualifications, and both are dressed in a manner that would be deemed unprofessional for the job they are applying for. The only difference is, is one is straight and one is gay. Neither person should feel they were discriminated against, but this opens the door for the gay applicant to file a discrimination lawsuit

By Laura

May 18, 2007 7:30 AM | Link to this

I think this is a good thing. We are all here together on this planet and have to learn to survive and get along.

PS. And whose to say that God is the one governing everyone’s thought processes? There are plenty of other religions out there that all have different view points. Remember, there is (supposed) to be a separation of church and state in this country. And that doesn’t mean a lack of moral/ethics if they aren’t Christian.

By Bedford

May 18, 2007 4:39 AM | Link to this

The reason we have queers aplenty is because we tolerate perversion. To protect perversion is perversion. Keep the queers away from the children.

By dave

May 18, 2007 1:49 AM | Link to this

Now if we could only get some l;egislation with teeth to protect against age discrimination…hopefully we tackled race and now sexual discrimination…but age is so much more subtle while the others are so blatant. I have been victimized by age discrimination to the point that I can no longer get a decent job.

By Bobby

May 18, 2007 1:00 AM | Link to this

I an a 34 year old straight man from Gallipolis, OH. I have a college degree (in fact I won several statewide social studies contests in high school). I am from an area with most of the amenities found in the Dayton area ( Huntington and Charleston form a market area of 600,000). I was harassed by two people at work, one of whom has a master’s degree, who tried to tell me that Deliverance was based on a true story and who suggested that I would be unaware of what basic things like malls,dan

By Patricia

May 17, 2007 11:48 PM | Link to this

I hope all of the people here quoting scripture, live pure, chaste, non-judgemental,and holy lives. All of them devoid of sin. If they are, I will know that the world has ended.

By Ace

May 17, 2007 11:37 PM | Link to this

He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.

By Liza

May 17, 2007 11:11 PM | Link to this

I did get married and have kids because being raised catholic I never allowed myself to think about the fact that I never fit in with the people I now know are really straight. All the people who were my friends in High school somehow happen to be the gay ones, as I found out years later. Once I allowed myself to think about why I was unhappy and close to a nervous breakdown, I knew I was made/born a lesbian. I never really wanted to be with men, I wanted women.

By Mark

May 17, 2007 10:38 PM | Link to this

Jesus does cast away people in heaven. I guess you have not read Luke13:27 where says “depart from me ye that work of iniquity” And again in Mathew 25:41 where He saysDepart from me,ye that cursed into that everlasting fire” Every one goes to heaven the but not everybady gets to stay there.

By Beth

May 17, 2007 10:34 PM | Link to this

Those of you who believe gay is a choice and that you can choose to be straight, then you must be saying that you have homosexual thoughts and feelings otherwise why would you need to choose.

By sunshine

May 17, 2007 10:32 PM | Link to this

Did everyone miss the part about the fact that we had this law prior and Taft took it away. I do not recall all the lawsuits and problems firing a gay person. WE HAD THIS LAW PRIOR TO TAFT!!!!!

By David

May 17, 2007 10:19 PM | Link to this

I think alot of people posting on here have a rather limited view of what Chritianity is all about. Christ would never judge nor cast away anyone. It’s a sad day when people deem an abstract concept as a means to make sense of a concrete reality. What this ruling does, is guarantee fair appraisal in the workplace, for the people using this as a pulpit to attack gays and lesbians while calling themselves God Fearing and Christian, SHAME ON YOU. WAKE UP.

By Stephanie

May 17, 2007 10:06 PM | Link to this

You are not perfect & I highly doubt you are right. I do not fear a god I do not belive god would hate me for loving another person nor do I believe he put you or I one this earth to debate who is wrong or right (or fight over it)I belive we were put here to learn off of each other & to improve our souls. Do you think your soul is improving by judging or hating another……….God is a loving being not a hating being remember that, if we were not meant to be then we wouldn’t simple as that.

By Rox

May 17, 2007 9:42 PM | Link to this

Looks like you are a follower of Moses and not Christ (Christ never once mentioned homosexuality)!! In Genesis it was also deemed holy to have hundreds of wives! So why is it now a “sin” to have more than one? King Solomon had over 800 wives… was he “sinning”? Are you “sinning” by only choosing one? Also slavery deemed fine in the eyes of God back then… should we take those verses literally too???

By Mark

May 17, 2007 9:19 PM | Link to this

I do not have think about this. That is what happens when people make WRONG CHOICES. As Far as the kids are concerned I thank GOD for a male and female only being able to crate children, so they are not raised in a perverted atmosphere as per LAW.

By Stephanie

May 17, 2007 9:10 PM | Link to this

…parent, so you could possibly loose your kids. What if the world only recognized homosexual unions & you were the odd man out in that society you have no rights you have no recourse you have lost your whole family your house your spouse your children all because other people think it isn’t right. What would you do how would you act. Or better yet how would you feel if you couldn’t hold your wife’s/husband’s hand in certain areas because you may possibly be beaten raped or killed. THINK!!!!

By Stephanie

May 17, 2007 9:05 PM | Link to this

…they feel this is what they would want even though you know different. You spouse is now dead & the “inlaws” come to kick you out of your home because you wern’t on the deed because you met your spouse after they had the house or their credit was better whatever. Then your “inlaws” decide they want your kids because they think it is better for the kids for whatever reason. The law doesn’t recognize your marriage or the conception even though you were there so you really aren’t their….

By Mark

May 17, 2007 9:04 PM | Link to this

What the fuss is all about is “Check in Genesis where Sodom and Gomorah was destroyed by God for thier pervertedness. Then go to the new testament and you will find several scriptures on homosexuality. Then then go to the scripture about Mary Magdalin where Jesus told her to “Do the sin no more” The word sodomy came from Sodom the city which was destroyed by God. This is only a beginning of what the fuss is about.

By Stephanie

May 17, 2007 8:58 PM | Link to this

I have a situation for all of the heterosexual people who think this is so wrong….. How would you feel if you were with your wife/husband for umpteen years had a couple kids had a house together yada yada & one day your spouse is in a horrible accident. The hospital says oh I’m sorry we don’t recognize heterosexual marriages here so you aren’t able to see her because you aren’t “family”. You spouses family comes to see them & they decide that they want to take her/him off life support……

By Rox

May 17, 2007 8:53 PM | Link to this

We are proud to have Strickland as our governor! He is making bold and amazing changes for Ohio!

Oh and what is all the fuss about homosexuality?!?! After all gluttony is mentioned as being a “sin” over 200 times more than homosexuality is in the Judeo-Christian bible. (Yes, go check your Strong’s Concordance) And isn’t overeating a “choice”…. or is everyone is just “big boned”? As far as the true message of Christ… He welcomed ALL to come and eat from the same table; no restrictions!!

By Mark

May 17, 2007 8:44 PM | Link to this

I do not hate the person I hate the sin and the fact they want special provision. If that makes me a biggot so be it. I have been far to long silent and tolerant of this pervertedness. I helped to put these issues in court and the ballot by time and money. And if needed I would gladly go to jail over this cancer eating perverted stinch that has demoralized this State and Country.

By Mark

May 17, 2007 8:42 PM | Link to this

I do not hate the person I hate the sin and the fact they want special provision. If that makes me a biggot so be it. I have been far to long silent and tolerant of this pervertedness. I helped to put these issues in court and the ballot by time and money. And if needed I would gladly go to jail over this cancer eating perverted stinch that has demoralized this State and Country.

By Paul

May 17, 2007 8:20 PM | Link to this

Moron? Crackhead? Hate? Bigots? Rich white guys? Lesbians making the house look nice? Which one? The “man”, or the “woman”? “Mind our own business and get a god damn life”?! You’re the one’s who brought this to a public forum!!!! Idiot! Sounds like a real raw nerve has been hit, and typically, the democrat perverts(and their supporters IE “Open Minded”)can’t conduct a debate/forum without attacking with their buzz words. No facts, just justification of their hate for being confronted. Losers.

By g

May 17, 2007 8:03 PM | Link to this

Where will sexual orientation rights stop? Next thing you know there will be legislation requiring funding for scholarships for gays and lesbians too! I don’t have a problem with people of all colors being guaranteed they aren’t discriminated against because that is how they are born. When will a white female in the medium income range get special treatment from the state? NEVER! That’s when!

By Open Minded

May 17, 2007 7:47 PM | Link to this

I’m shocked by all the hate form both sides. Some of you are really scary. ie GaysREqual2U

By GaysREqual2U

May 17, 2007 7:26 PM | Link to this

I really don’t get why ignorant white rich people who aren’t gay have such a problem with gay people having equal rights.

I really hope all of you bigots are reincarnated as a poor black lesbian/gay man so that you have the opportunity to feel opressed, to have the whole world hate you just because of who you are.

It’s always the ones with money and power who try to dictate what everyone else ought to be doing. People don’t choose to be gay. I sure as hell would not have made this choice!

By BOB

May 17, 2007 6:42 PM | Link to this

THERE IS GREAT JOY TODAY ON THE DDN SPEAK UP FORUM. IT SHOULD BE RENAMED THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY HOMOSEXUAL SPEAK UP FORUM. THE DAYS OF MEETING UP IN PARKS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT IS OVER IN OHIO. NOW YOU CAN MEET UP IN THE MENS ROOM AT THE STATE CAPITOL. YEA FOR GOV STRICKLAND.

By Bobo

May 17, 2007 6:12 PM | Link to this

God kills. God created sin. God makes children suffer. God created war. God did not create himself. God says he loves you but he’ll send you to hell anyway.

By Paul likes little boys

May 17, 2007 5:55 PM | Link to this

Paul is my hero. He may be a moron or a crackhead, but hes still my hero.

By Paul

May 17, 2007 5:40 PM | Link to this

Now that this has happened, and we’re now legally bound to obey the law, I suggest that we all get “behind” all of the NAMBLA members. The North American Man/Boy Love Association is rightious!!! Nancy Pelosi, your leader, marched with them in San Francisco a while back. They have rights too, don’t they??? Why draw the line!! We don’t want to be hatefull/devisive/bigoted do we???!!! Hell, a little sex forced on you with a pervert at a young age will make a strong Democrat in the future.

By Woman In WOrk Boots

May 17, 2007 5:33 PM | Link to this

Thanks to Tedd Stickland from now on I won’t be asked if I have sex and with who while I’m at work or on a job interview. Maybe Tedd Strickland can now do more for Womens rights and stop the discrimination and harrasment towards women in the work place. How about equal pay for women. I have yet to see it. Please put this on your agenda Govenor Strickland.

By Mark

May 17, 2007 5:21 PM | Link to this

It probably means there will be more charges of voyeurism

By Leila

May 17, 2007 4:53 PM | Link to this

gay people rule :-)

By Tracy

May 17, 2007 4:48 PM | Link to this

The Bible is NOT FACT. You guys are INSANE!! it is based on belief. if you wanna believe it true word for word! fine! But you cannot prove it is true…SO GET OVER YOURSELVES!!!

By Janice

May 17, 2007 4:44 PM | Link to this

If those of you who are posting these hateful messages are truly fellow Christians, please read your Bible and learn. You are making a mockery out of the Bible and misrepresenting Jesus Christ.

By Buddy

May 17, 2007 4:43 PM | Link to this

Does this mean that Ohio will be going to a “One Common Rest Room” policy, or will we be seeing a third type of RR in every building? Will they place stalls for the Urinal’s for more privacy?

By Gayman

May 17, 2007 4:41 PM | Link to this

Well my boss did not question me when he hired me nor does he really care since over the last two years being with him I have grown his business by 20% have a retention ratio of 95% and satisfy my clients with great service. My clients request me when they need something. You know for a gay man I am doing pretty well so really who cares about this law. If you are truly a great worker it should not matter what gender, color, religion or sexual orentation you are.

By Janice

May 17, 2007 4:38 PM | Link to this

There should be the same consequences for everyone, no matter who might be discriminated against. The Bible teaches that Christians should judge other Christians but we don’t have a right to judge non-Christians. Christians should show love toward EVERYONE, there is not a single human being whom God does not love. The Bible does mention same sex (sexual) relationships as being wrong, although it does not say it is a sin that a person is attracted to the same sex.

By Chad

May 17, 2007 4:38 PM | Link to this

It just goes to show you that the religious christian community is no better than the radical islamic terrorists. Their flawed beliefs are so strong they are willing to die for them, kill others over them and continue their hate speech will oppressing everyone who is not like them or thinks like them. Kudos…you’re all going to have a special place with the devil.

By Janice

May 17, 2007 4:37 PM | Link to this

There should be the same consequences for everyone, no matter who might be discriminated against. The Bible teaches that Christians should judge other Christians but we don’t have a right to judge non-Christians. Christians should show love toward EVERYONE, there is not a single human being whom God does not love. The Bible does mention same sex (sexual) relationships as being wrong, although it does not say it is a sin that a person is attracted to the same sex.

By just wondering

May 17, 2007 4:34 PM | Link to this

With all of the “quotas” companies have to meet to keep so many groups happy, will my children be able to get a job? Job opportunities are overlooked to straight, caucasian males. They will be a minority one day and do you think anybody will care?

By Ohman

May 17, 2007 4:32 PM | Link to this

Who really has time to care about this issue… Yes I am gay and I really don’t care about this issue. I do work and have a great job. Hey I might be your son, neighbor or possible even your doctor or dentist you take a guess which one I am.

By Steve

May 17, 2007 4:29 PM | Link to this

OUR STATE, OUR LIVES, OUR HOME!

By gg

May 17, 2007 4:27 PM | Link to this

First of all, sexual orientation is a choice. The doctor who performed the famous study later admitted it was flawed! I don’t know how people can compare race with sexual orientation either, that is just plain absurd! As far as judging, I seriously doubt those who are flaunting the “do not judge” card has read the Bible front to back!

By Steve

May 17, 2007 4:26 PM | Link to this

gay people are not going anywhere! Alot of us are Christian. I am for one! You can ban legal recognition of our relationships and harrass us and mistreat us all your loving little hearts desire. We are here to stay, because this is : OUR STATE, OUR LIVES, AND OUR HOME! and no one can take that away from us.

By justdon'tgetit

May 17, 2007 4:21 PM | Link to this

Well, I don’t believe one chooses orientation. Too many instances of kids knowing they were different when they were very young. BUT - there is a difference between living your lifestyle and FLAUNTing that lifestyle. If you’re gay, just let people wonder - don’t shout it out to them. About the “trannies” - can you imagine your college professor being one? How do you expect students to focus on the material being presented instead of the anomaly presenting?

Dan is right - CONSEQUENCES!!

By TexasBuckeye

May 17, 2007 4:19 PM | Link to this

What ever happen to the concept of equal protection under the law? I can hire a woman, minority, or a gay, but I can rarely fire them as they all want a free ride by suing me, even if they are the worst employee in the company. As an employer, when this happens, you make life miserable for them by reducing their hours, giving them the worst hours, or not granting pay increases, so they will quit. Then they go away and become your competitor’s problems.

By Mark

May 17, 2007 4:17 PM | Link to this

I ‘d rather be a preacher and go to heaven and be able to say to God I tried. Than to stand before him and say I did not care what any body done as long as it did not concern me and my family. When in reality it does affect everything in the world in which I live from the obnoxiuos commercials, Girls Gone Wild to the sex classes taught in schools which teach Gay and Straight sex classes. Hopefully this law will be challenged in the courts. Better off let us vote like we did on gay marriages.

By Brian

May 17, 2007 4:05 PM | Link to this

This is a great and diverse state. Im glad to see this bill. it WILL ensure that we focus on skill and ability for job openings and not on someone’s sexual orientation. Gay and transgender people need to be protected. This list of comments proves that. There is so much hate against them out there. Bravo Strickland! There truly is room for EVERYONE to feel at home in Ohio. That is truly what makes a great state!

By fed up

May 17, 2007 3:55 PM | Link to this

This is just going to open up the door for more frivolous law suits against companies. We already have them in racial decisions. A white man or woman gets a job over the black man or woman it’s racism. Now it’s going to be sexual orientation and it well all be a part of “Affirmative Action” or a better word, quotas. Why don’t we go back and hire base on ability, experience and education. Novel idea, huh?

By Mary Bicknell- Barber

May 17, 2007 3:53 PM | Link to this

Why is it that when certain people who carry the Great Commission to others are considered hateful? They speak only the truth from the Word of God, the infalliable Word of God. He is the way , truth, and the life. They want you to know what the Word of God says about your future. They love you as does God. If your mother didn’t warn you of the fire as you were growing up, does that mean she was judging you and hated you?

By Rick

May 17, 2007 3:53 PM | Link to this

Life Style is a choice. Why did we need a new law? Except only to flaunt attention to quear lifestyle. It is pathetic. I bet ya dont like Pres.Bush either.

By HB

May 17, 2007 3:45 PM | Link to this

YOU’RE ALL IDIOTS…I CAN BE ENTERTAINED FOR HOURS. ITS NOT A CHAT ROOM. YOU ARE SUPPOSED TO “POST A COMMENT” NOT HAVE A JERRY SPRINGER STYLE DEBATE. TAKE A BREATH AND GET A LIFE…

By Do what you want

May 17, 2007 3:41 PM | Link to this

Pearl is funny. Evolution is real… that is funnier. Your belief is flawed and that is sad. Move to Mass. and leave Ohio the respectable state that it is. In fact, all those who agree with Strickland get in a bus and let Ted Kennedy drive. Bring your swimsuits.

I’d rather be a working Republican that is nuts than a Liberal with no job and no nuts.

By Phobbs

May 17, 2007 3:41 PM | Link to this

Dan and Ambrose: Go read a science book!!! you and people like you are religious extremists and extremists are destroying the world. From Christian extremists to Islamic extremists. If you believe the way you do, believe it…you have the freedom to that. But please leave the rest of us to our freedoms. let the world be. If you truly believe you are right, you have nothing to worry about. Maybe your world is based on the Bible. Not everyone’s is. You cannot and should not control the world.

By Matthew

May 17, 2007 3:38 PM | Link to this

It is about time that Ohio finally recognizes everyone! I feel that people who look at this as a “religious issue” need to re-think. I am a strong believer in the bible and in god, but what many people don’t take into consideration is the fact that the bible was erected thousands of years ago. Many people misinterpret things in the bible at times, (not saying that I am completely in understanding) and discriminate others based on religious views. I feel that the state did an excellent job!

By Dan

May 17, 2007 3:34 PM | Link to this

Parris: I will. Thanks for sharing ideas.

By MoonDr

May 17, 2007 3:33 PM | Link to this

Thank you Gov. Strickland for doing the right thing. For you folks from the anti-equality camp, “If you cannot do good for someone, at least do them no harm.” Peace form the MoonDr

By Terry

May 17, 2007 3:33 PM | Link to this

And now, this site has become a forum for all the want to be preachers in the area. We have drifted totally off the subject and I leave you to your ranting about gays and the Bible. Nothing wrong with that but leave it for church, not in a public forum. Wouldn’t it be better to tend to your own business and leave other people alone? Nothing to be gained by all the bashing of people who don’t see it your way is there? It’s a no win war for either side.

By Sean

May 17, 2007 3:31 PM | Link to this

Wow Ambrose. Wow. Hold on, one more time. Wow. All I can say is that these kind of articles really make the bigots come out of the woodwork.

Threatening an entire gender. That is something else entirely. Wow. Wow. Straight from the Middle Ages. No, the stone age. Wow.

By Dan

May 17, 2007 3:31 PM | Link to this

Pearl: You helped make a point. There are many “gods” and many “religions”. The Holy Bible stated that it would be so. And evolution is not justified by the fact that man has invented many religions. Do you really believe that our existence just happened out of chance due to a big bang in the universe?

By Parris

May 17, 2007 3:26 PM | Link to this

Dan: thank you for your concern. We have all heard you loud and clear. Now go and leave us alone. We know how you believe, and that you believe you are right no matter what. so you have won! Congratulations!

By Ambrose

May 17, 2007 3:24 PM | Link to this

If women want to have any chance at all to keep the gains you have made, you need to learn to start compromising with men. This means paying a bit more attention to God and the bible. These societal problems are issues because of you. God intended that women be the nurturers and supporters of men, not the dominating gender you are trying to be. You push in politics, at work, and on the road. One of these days men will push back if this keeps up. Let’s work together now before YOU regret it.

By Dan

May 17, 2007 3:21 PM | Link to this

Parris: You only think you have freedom from religion. True, you have the freedom to choose. But, someday you will be judged for your choice - as we all will. Therefore, you really do not have freedom from religion - none of us do. Some may reject the thought. But, in the end some will praise God in Heaven while others will face a torment in Hell. So, believe it now, or believe it later. I’m not judging - just sharing my beliefs.

By Pearl

May 17, 2007 3:15 PM | Link to this

Dan: Correction - there are many Gods and many would like to believe that their ‘one’ is the ‘one’. Correction - Evolution theory has been long proven and is taught to every schoolchild in the world today. Can’t say that about your religion can you? - because there are many religions telling different stories but only one evolution theory. Done.

By Parris

May 17, 2007 3:11 PM | Link to this

No! I have freedom FROM RELIGION. I dont have to practice religion if I dont want to. This is a free country. We are free to choose. you are wrong. And you all are missing the point. The bible was written in a different culture. They didnt understand or see things the way we do today. We would have to totally live like they did to be considered Christians accourding to them. So…NO PORK, NO working on Sunday, etc. We might as well go ALL THE WAY! Everything the Bible says.

By Ambrose

May 17, 2007 3:05 PM | Link to this

For those of you who question conservative structured religions, bravo, atleast half of their message is wrong. Those who shun what the bible says and use the term “bible thumper”, shame on you. The bible is the true word of the Lord and should be heeded. I’m not in a position with enough knowledge or right to comment on the gay issues. I can say that just as Eve was wrong to pull an apple from the tree though, that women are again pulling from the wrong tree with the fight for equality. Cont..

By Adam and Steve

May 17, 2007 3:01 PM | Link to this

However: Individuals looking at Paul’s writing from a human rights perspective might reject the author’s belief that homosexuality is beyond the normal — particularly when Paul’s support for the oppression of women (e.g. 1 Corinthians 14:34 - 35), and his acceptance of slavery as a normal social practice in (Philemon 1:15 to 16) are considered.

By Dan

May 17, 2007 3:00 PM | Link to this

Parris: You have freedom OF religion not FROM religion. And yes - God is judging us all - whatever we CHOOSE to be - Jews, atheists, Christians, gays, murderers, embezzlers, wife beaters…..That’s really the main point.

By Troy

May 17, 2007 2:59 PM | Link to this

Well I am gay and I am not “limp wristed” or wear womens clothes. I do not prey on straight people. I expect to be able to live my life as I see fit without harrassment. What I find funny is we are everywhere. We are Doctors, Lawyers, Policeman, Fireman, Contractor’s and Truck Drivers. We go about ourlives as most people do. We own homes, pay our taxes, and live among you all and YOU DO NOT KNOW IT! WE ALSO VOTE!!!

By Parris

May 17, 2007 2:50 PM | Link to this

Let God do the judging. YOU ARE SINNING BY JUDGING! Leave people alone and let God Judge them then! And Not evreyone believes in the Bible litereally and we dont have to! This is not Iran. This is not a theocracy. We have freedom from religion here. If you believe it, fine. Dont push your views on the rest of us! Leave us alone! By the way…the Bible also says it was also a sin to sit in the same pew as a woman who is menstrating. And to eat pork..Anyone believe this still?!!

By Melinda

May 17, 2007 2:44 PM | Link to this

Although God has clearly revealed Himself in creation, human beings have suppressed this knowledge. “They exchanged the truth about God for a lie, and worshiped and served created things rather than the Creator…” (1:25). The result of this, Paul says, is that “God gave them over to shameful lusts” (1:26a). He then illustrates this with reference to homosexual behavior:

Even their women exchanged natural sexual relations for unnatural ones. In the same way the men also abandoned natural relations with women and were inflamed with lust for one another. Men committed shameful acts with other men, and received in themselves the due penalty for their error. Romans 1:26b-27 (TNIV)

By Jak

May 17, 2007 2:34 PM | Link to this

The Top 10 Signs you’re a Christian Fundamentalist:

http://www.metacafe.com/watch/549191/toptensignsyoureachristianfundamentalist/

:-)

By Phobbs

May 17, 2007 2:27 PM | Link to this

GET OVER IT!!! Same benefits and same rights…yes! It is only fair. We should ban hateful ignorant people from having the same benefits, if anyone! Get over yourselves and your holy roller rants. Jesus said nothing about homosexuality….but he did say alot about love. Im tired of hearing your hatefulness…get a life and leave people alone!

By Terry

May 17, 2007 2:27 PM | Link to this

FYI: Jesus never said a single word about gays, lesbians, bisexuals or transgenders.

Jesus actually condemns those who condemn others and told us NOT TO JUDGE OTHERS (Matt 7:1 – 5).

Judging seems to be a fundamentalist’s favorite past time. There’s also the story of The Pharisee & The Publican (the religious guy who thought he was better than the tax gatherer, who knew he was a sinner).

It seems the religious self-righteous Pharisee was put at the end of the line. (Luke 18: 9 – 14)