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On November 08 2012 14:59 Kickstart wrote:This is going to be a short political post where I talk a little about how I viewed the current election before and after election day.
Comments, questions, and discussion are welcome. The months leading up to the election created an increasingly worrying picture. Support for Romney seemed to increase in conjunction with his lies and he began maneuvering towards the ideological center after spending the entirety of the primaries attempting to convince the republican base that he was just as conservative as the other republican candidates. Social conservative noise increased on several issues including women's health and marriage equality. A startling number of congressional hopefuls made absurd comments about women's health and rights - something they seem to not know or core much about; and every republican was against marriage equality.These were some of the ideas that republicans were running on, ideas that seemed to be popular among a large portion of the country. Then election day came, and the American people proved that the far right views that have taken over the republican party were not shared by the majority. Obama won the electoral vote by a large margin while also winning the popular vote; the congressional candidates who made absurd comments about rape were defeated; marriage equality made progress in every state where it was on the ballot; and a record number of women were elected to the senate. All of this is progress that not long ago seemed unlikely at best, but with this election the American people showed that America is a country that values diversity, equality, and progress.
Do you have a source for the bolded part?
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I do not personally have a list of every single republican that was up for election and their specific statements on marriage equality if that is what you are asking, though one could be compiled I suppose. Regardless, at the republican national convention (you know, the convention that outlines the parties platform) the republicans gave a plan that was against marriage equality. I would like to know what you are trying to get at, if anything, with your question. Do you think I have unfairly categorized the republican stance? Regardless, here is all the relevant parts from the GOP party platform which can be found in full here: 2012 Republican Platform:
Under "WE THE PEOPLE: A RESTORATION OF CONSTITUTIONAL GOVERNMENT":
Defending Marriage Against An Activist Judiciary
A serious threat to our country’s constitutional order, perhaps even more dangerous than presidential malfeasance, is an activist judiciary, in which some judges usurp the powers reserved to other branches of government. A blatant example has been the court-ordered redefinition of marriage in several States. This is more than a matter of warring legal concepts and ideals. It is an assault on the foundations of our society, challenging the institution which, for thousands of years in virtually every civilization, has been entrusted with the rearing of children and the transmission of cultural values.
A Sacred Contract: Defense of Marriage
That is why Congressional Republicans took the lead in enacting the Defense of Marriage Act, affirming the right of States and the federal government not to recognize same-sex relationships licensed in other jurisdictions. The current Administration’s open defiance of this constitutional principle – in its handling of immigration cases, in federal personnel benefits, in allowing a same-sex marriage at a military base, and in refusing to defend DOMA in the courts – makes a mockery of the President’s inaugural oath. We commend the United States House of Representatives and State Attorneys General who have defended these laws when they have been attacked in the courts. We reaffirm our support for a Constitutional amendment defining marriage as the union of one man and one woman. We applaud the citizens of the majority of States which have enshrined in their constitutions the traditional concept of marriage, and we support the campaigns underway in several other States to do so.
Under "REFORMING GOVERNMENT TO SERVE THE PEOPLE":
Judicial Activism: A Threat to the U.S. Constitution
Despite improvements as a result of Republican nominations to the judiciary, some judges in the federal courts remain far afield from their constitutional limitations. The U.S. Constitution is the law of the land. Judicial activism which includes reliance on foreign law or unratified treaties undermines American law. The sole solution, apart from impeachment, is the appointment of constitutionalist jurists, who will interpret the law as it was originally intended rather than make it. That is both a presidential responsibility, in selecting judicial candidates, and a senatorial responsibility, in confirming them. We urge Republican Senators to do all in their power to prevent the elevation of additional leftist ideologues to the courts, particularly in the waning days of the current Administration. In addition to appointing activist judges, the current Administration has included an activist and highly partisan Department of Justice. With a Republican Administration, the Department will stop suing States for exercising those powers reserved to the States, will stop abusing its preclearance authority to block photo-ID voting laws, and will fulfill its responsibility to defend all federal laws in court, including the Defense of Marriage Act.
Under "RENEWING AMERICAN VALUES":
Preserving and Protecting Traditional Marriage
The institution of marriage is the foundation of civil society. Its success as an institution will determine our success as a nation. It has been proven by both experience and endless social science studies that traditional marriage is best for children. Children raised in intact married families are more likely to attend college, are physically and emotionally healthier, are less likely to use drugs or alcohol, engage in crime, or get pregnant outside of marriage. The success of marriage directly impacts the economic well-being of individuals. Furthermore, the future of marriage affects freedom. The lack of family formation not only leads to more government costs, but also to more government control over the lives of its citizens in all aspects. We recognize and honor the courageous efforts of those who bear the many burdens of parenting alone, even as we believe that marriage, the union of one man and one woman must be upheld as the national standard, a goal to stand for, encourage, and promote through laws governing marriage. We embrace the principle that all Americans should be treated with respect and dignity.
And then here is everyone on the committee: Committee Members
[Note: sorry for anyone that read my unedited post, I accidently posted while I was just beginning to formulate my post so it may have caused some confusion].
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