Support equality

I am amazed that people refuse to acknowledge the equality of others and pass judgment on those who are “different.” Gay marriage should be approved in Spokane. Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people should have the right to choose their own relationships.

Not very long ago, black people didn’t have equal rights. In fact, prior to 1967, interracial marriage was against the law. Civil rights laws have worked over time to reduce violence, judgment and create more equality. Why is gay marriage any different?

You are free to have any opinion you want as long as it doesn’t hurt others or affect their lives. People have committed suicide because they have been bullied for being gay. If this was your child, sibling, cousin, or friend, how would you feel?

Some say if gay marriage is allowed in Spokane, God will curse this city. How can you even know this? God made each and every one of us in a unique way. People don’t choose to be gay or transgendered. Gay marriage will provide everyone with equality and equal access to create meaningful and legal partnerships. America is founded on everyone being created equal. Let’s make that true here in Spokane!

Bektu Mulatu Conley

Spokane