Rick Garcia
Rick Garcia
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We stand by those numbers, because those numbers have been reflected in other polls nationally. Opposition to the amendment ran across every region of the state, every age group and (Republicans, Democrats and Independents).
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It took 30 years for it (the Legislature) to pass something as simple as protecting people on the basis of sexual orientation. On one hand, the Illinois General Assembly should be commended for recognizing all Illinoisans should be treated the same. But on the other hand, what the hell took so long?
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I know that he has said things in the past that have been offensive to some groups of people - gays, in particular to Jews. But I think that the invitation from the Nation of Islam to Jews and to gays may be a step in the right direction. I took it as such.
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The key was them making their free throws (14-for-18). We've been consistent all year, but tonight we were having trouble finding the basket.
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Clearly, marriage doesn't need to be protected from gay people. It is gay people who need to be protected from anti-gay bigots.
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He got on board, and he never looked back.
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No matter what he does, he's going to tick somebody off. It's completely a no-win situation.
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The political world now recognizes that there is a gay and lesbian vote. Our numbers are significant and we can make a difference in these races.