happydolphin said:
Tolerance doesn't work, that's why we're a democracy. You weed out the bad, and bring in the good. People who don't want gays to get married, their voice does not matter, the country gets rid of their preference and runs with the preference of all, so why should they be tolerated? Democracy is the rule we all follow, it's what binds us together. If Democracy chose against Christian American Extermists, then democracy won over what was blocking Same Sex marriage. Why tolerate the ideas of the opposing view further? (Edit: Basically tolerance is anti-democratic) |
Actually, you are completely wrong, again your ingornance on this topic astounding.
The people of California democratically voted to ban gay marriage. Most people are against it still. The reason it is allowed, is because there are fundamental rights in the United States and the Supreme Court upheld these rights. These supercede even democratic votes.
And democracy is not necessarily a good thing in all cases. It is the best option we have, but it can cause harm to those in minority. We should strive for a society that is lead by the majority but protects the weak, those in need, the minority.
Gay rights have not been achieved through democracy, but through tolerance. It's a value we should all embrace.
