Sometimes I just need to vent...
The Dems backsliding on reproductive rights and gay rights is too creepy.
<http://www.dailykos.com/story/2007/7/9/161514/4505>
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For Progressives who Vote Democratic but Value Human Rights
Human Rights are Not Political Commodities
We understand the same First Amendment that guarantees separation of church and state guarantees the rights of Christian conservatives to defend their views in the public square, and to seek redress of grievances through a variety of political and social channels.
In recent months, however, we have seen indications that some in the leadership of the Democratic Party, and some of its candidates for public office, are seeking the votes of Christian conservatives by suggesting there is room to compromise on reproductive rights and gay rights.
While public debates over social issues are a sign of a healthy democracy; we do not believe is proper for politicians to negotiate away basic human rights for any group of people in the United States.
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