Once again the voice of the youth speak the clarion call of truth and actual justice. Once again a young warrior speaks balance into existence. Thank you Mr. Mitchum for your intelligent reply to Sen. Kern's obvious trip into a fog bound land of racist, homophobic rhetoric! I will add that in ancient traditions a person demonstrates her intelligence and reasoning skills via their speech technique. In as much as Sen. Kern spoke to a relatively small crowd perhaps this is evidence of her small mindedness. Certainly she was not expecting to be called to the carpet by one of our brilliant and young warriors like Mr. Mitchum.
America has alleged to stand for truth, justice and order, yet has simultaneously done the mathematical opposite. Sen. Kern represents the actual foundation upon which America has based its domestic and foreign polices. That foundation has grown branches that include racism, homophobia, war, disease and hatred of the "cultural other". It has demonstrated this in its dealings with Africa, Asia, and the Arab-Muslim nations of the world. Sen. Kern in my opinion is part and parcel of this mindset. She is espousing ideals held from the beginning of this country and to be found now only spoken in small circles but certainly supported by current government policy.
Sen. Kern further upholds and alleged Judeao-Christian concept of a Deity that hates the "cultural other". To wit:
She claims homosexuality is a bigger threat than, "..terrorism or islam." ? That this woman considers Homosexuality, Terrorism and Islam as interchangeable is not surprising. Keep in mind among the first slave ships to arrive to the shores of North America was one run by Sir John Hawkins called the "Good Ship Jesus". Keep in mind that it was the Holy Roman Catholic church that deemed women as secondary and not worthy of the priesthood. Her praise of Judeo-Christian thought is consistent with that history and not the history of the true church. A church that represents the sanctity of humanity and the faults of our humanness. Her rant is indicative of a singular mindset that seeks a totalitarian reality run by the few, the proud and the racist!
To wit:
The good Senator further states further that, "No society that has totally embraced homosexuality has lasted more than, you know, a few decades."
As an historian I am forced to let out a hearty laugh, clearly she is not a student of history as all one has to do is to count two of Europe's greatest superpowers, Greece and Rome to show how distorted her statement is.
Freedom of speech is allowed in this country I would further note however that the priviledge of responsibility should be a clause added to this right. Senator Kern has demonstrated irresponsiblity and even lack of concern for the words she places in the universe. Therefore all that befalls her per result of her words should be deemed as her own cause.
Her remarks that compare Homosexuality to some disease are erroneous and should be relegated to the trash bin of history, "... this stuff is deadly and its spreading and it will destroy this nation". I have yet to see an LGBT community parade result in mob violence in an attempt to overthrow the U.S. Government! I have yet to see this community commission heinous acts of bloodshed on the innocent as I have seen those of her ilk perform, during the Spanish Inquisition, The enslavement of Afrikans, the murder of First Nations (Native Americans) and even the random slaying of Gay, Lesbian and Transexual peoples.
Mr. Mitchum to expect an apology would be similar to expecting a miracle, I am sorry but she is too far gone for such an act of kindness. She stated in that message that she would probably get into trouble for this. So certainly she recognized what she stated and is a harsh proponent of her ideaology.
Good Afternoon Representative Kern. My name is Preston Mitchum and this email is in regard to the disrespectful and discriminatory remarks about the homosexual community.
I am offended by your rude remarks about the homosexual community and believe you should apologize immediately. As a State representative, you are supposed to be of integrity, intelligence, motivation, and perseverance. I cannot believe that you uttered hatred words about GLBT's. I am sure there are other issues that State representatives and members of Congress can worry about, besides sexual orientation. For instance, the wiretapping bill, the Iraq War, issues with Guantanamo Bay, etc. You made really harsh comments and I for one am deeply offended.
Comments such as: "Studies show that no society that has totally embraced homosexuality has lasted more than, you know, a few decades. So it's the death knell of this country." Additionally, "I honestly think it's the biggest threat our nation has, even more so than terrorism or Islam, which I think is a big threat."
If you believe homosexuality poses more of a threat than terrorism, you should reconsider your position. God forbid (yes I said God) that someone is gay or lesbian. I would hate if they touched you because I hear that this "disease" is contagious. Furthermore, I am bothered that you are an educator. Excuse me for assuming, but I hope you are not telling children that homosexuality is an abomination. This will force children to hate the GLBT community and whether you believe it or not, they are not born to hate. They grow up in a society that teaches them that homosexuality is wrong and believe it so much, they murder other children who are comfortable enough to “come out.” Case in point - Lawerence King -a 15-year-old Junior High School students that was shot in the head for being openly gay.
To make it worse, you also compare being gay to "toe cancer." How can a woman with such stature, be so unkind to a group of individuals who were born into a lifestyle? Why would one person choose to be gay and ridiculed by people in high positions like you? No one questions why you are a straight woman, and therefore, you have neither the right nor authority to question another's sexual orientation.
Our nation is supposed to be progressive and dedicated to improving the lives around us. Progressives believe that narrow self-interest should not be what defines America. Something that the Center for American Progress mentions on their website is that a progressive is NOT: naïve, short-sighted, narrow minded, selfish, arrogant, and xenophobic. I can only hope that today's youth listen to your comments and get as offended as I am and writes numerous emails. There are no facts behind your words. It is simply frustration for an opinion that will never be changed.
Honestly, I appreciate the work you are doing as a State representative, but this in no way overweighs your criticism of the homosexual community. I am personally disappointed that we have representatives speaking for constituents, especially if they are as discourteous as your words.
I just have one question for you: If homosexuality is “spreading” like the plague, please explain to me why you are a heterosexual? You have not been injected by the homosexual bug, so how can you say that this is negatively affecting our community. I hope you really reconsider everything you said and apologize to the gay community for your uncouth comments. Remember, they are listening.
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America has alleged to stand for truth, justice and order, yet has simultaneously done the mathematical opposite. Sen. Kern represents the actual foundation upon which America has based its domestic and foreign polices. That foundation has grown branches that include racism, homophobia, war, disease and hatred of the "cultural other". It has demonstrated this in its dealings with Africa, Asia, and the Arab-Muslim nations of the world. Sen. Kern in my opinion is part and parcel of this mindset. She is espousing ideals held from the beginning of this country and to be found now only spoken in small circles but certainly supported by current government policy.
Sen. Kern further upholds and alleged Judeao-Christian concept of a Deity that hates the "cultural other". To wit:
She claims homosexuality is a bigger threat than, "..terrorism or islam." ? That this woman considers Homosexuality, Terrorism and Islam as interchangeable is not surprising. Keep in mind among the first slave ships to arrive to the shores of North America was one run by Sir John Hawkins called the "Good Ship Jesus". Keep in mind that it was the Holy Roman Catholic church that deemed women as secondary and not worthy of the priesthood. Her praise of Judeo-Christian thought is consistent with that history and not the history of the true church. A church that represents the sanctity of humanity and the faults of our humanness. Her rant is indicative of a singular mindset that seeks a totalitarian reality run by the few, the proud and the racist!
To wit:
The good Senator further states further that, "No society that has totally embraced homosexuality has lasted more than, you know, a few decades."
As an historian I am forced to let out a hearty laugh, clearly she is not a student of history as all one has to do is to count two of Europe's greatest superpowers, Greece and Rome to show how distorted her statement is.
Freedom of speech is allowed in this country I would further note however that the priviledge of responsibility should be a clause added to this right. Senator Kern has demonstrated irresponsiblity and even lack of concern for the words she places in the universe. Therefore all that befalls her per result of her words should be deemed as her own cause.
Her remarks that compare Homosexuality to some disease are erroneous and should be relegated to the trash bin of history, "... this stuff is deadly and its spreading and it will destroy this nation". I have yet to see an LGBT community parade result in mob violence in an attempt to overthrow the U.S. Government! I have yet to see this community commission heinous acts of bloodshed on the innocent as I have seen those of her ilk perform, during the Spanish Inquisition, The enslavement of Afrikans, the murder of First Nations (Native Americans) and even the random slaying of Gay, Lesbian and Transexual peoples.
Mr. Mitchum to expect an apology would be similar to expecting a miracle, I am sorry but she is too far gone for such an act of kindness. She stated in that message that she would probably get into trouble for this. So certainly she recognized what she stated and is a harsh proponent of her ideaology.