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Backlash against gay marriage

November 13, 2004

AS A DEMOCRAT and a supporter of marriage equality I applaud Mary Bonauto and Marty Rouse for their commitment to principles (op ed, Nov. 9), but I fear that they minimize the real political backlash against same-sex marriage.

The exit poll numbers they cite may reveal gradual progress toward winning support for full rights for all Americans, but the ballot initiatives in many states mobilized support against same-sex marriage and brought voters to the polls in key races.

Bonauto and Rouse should not cave in because of the election, and those who wish to marry a spouse of the same sex should do so. However, ignoring the political reaction against same-sex marriage will leave Democrats with no way to combat those who intentionally manipulate fear for political ends.

BEN LIEBERMAN Maynard bdlieberman@yahoo.com

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