A Gay in the Life of a Witness to History

Hey Everyone,
No doubt you've heard the good news about yesterday's ruling against Proposition 8 in California! For the first time, a federal judge has struck down a ban on same-sex marriage. The decision is certain to be appealed, but our community can celebrate a victory and express our hope that things will continue to go well at this new level.

Each of us is watching history be made as the months pass and daily strides are made in the movement for the rights of LGBTQ citizens.

What are your thoughts on the movement, on our recent successes in marriage cases, hate crimes legislation, and Don't Ask, Don't Tell?

How do feel toward those who oppose this progress, about the people, their motives, and their arguments?

And what's it feel like to be part of a generation that is witnessing strides that no one would have dreamed of fifty years ago? The seeds that the Stonewall generation planted are finally maturing. We're watching it, and some of us are even taking part. For one thing, LGBTQ people have finally found their voice, the ability to express themselves and be recognized. Take advantage and participate in the Gay in the Life Project. Tell your story today!

UPDATE: People have already begun posting their thoughts on Facebook, so here they are!

I come from Iowa originally, so when we gained our rights last year, I was overwhelmed with sense of community, unity, and overall joy for my friends who have waited for so long to be considered one with their partners. Now, living in Nebraska, I'm back to watching people suffer for the stubborn, misguided opinions of others. As for the opposition, I feel nothing but pity for them and their families. They know nothing about what its like to actually live life the way we do. They dislike what they don't understand and try to make us conform so they feel more secure in their world, but what they need to understand is that everyone (gay, straight, or otherwise) is different. Nobody will ever understand everybody and that's the way it ought to be. My name is Kris. I'm 21 and the father of an amazing baby boy. I am proudly gay and will fight in whatever way I can to be considered equal. [Posted to the Facebook page for The Gay in the Life Project on 8/5/10]