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Activism and Politics => Politics => Topic started by: Jamie D on January 25, 2012, 04:09:38 PM

Title: State of the Union 2012
Post by: Jamie D on January 25, 2012, 04:09:38 PM
In a nationally televised campaign speech, over one hour in length ...

No mention of ENDA.
No mention of diversity.
No mention of transgender discrimination.

Just two little sops:

"When you put on that uniform, it doesn't matter if you're black or white; Asian or Latino; conservative or liberal; rich or poor; gay or straight."

"We will stand for the rights and dignity of all human beings - men and women; Christians, Muslims, and Jews.

Window dressing.

Don't expect to see anything substantive coming from the present Administration with regard to GLBT issues.  It's all just lip service.

Title: Re: State of the Union 2012
Post by: VeryGnawty on January 25, 2012, 06:26:48 PM
The state of the union?  It sucks.

There, I just saved your having to watch a one hour speech.
Title: Re: State of the Union 2012
Post by: Jamie D on January 26, 2012, 01:25:20 AM
Quote from: Laura91 on January 25, 2012, 07:04:53 PM
I fixed that last bit for you.

You're more cynical than I am!