(Denny Crane: "Sometimes you can only look for answers from God and failing that... and Fox News".)
I wasn't so much reffering to you as those who called for immediate impeachment and or lynching. There was already a post deleted from this thread for that reason.
>>Do you see me overreacting emotionally? I replied with facts, logic and good datum. Of course there's also an element of righteous anger. If you were one of the 70% in Nebraska, how does it feel to have ONE judge tell you that your views are outdated, reactionary, and unenlightened? I don't hate gays and lesbians; I just happen to think their lifestyle is NOT good public policy for the survival of our nation.<<
It's an emotional issue -it natural to feel emotion...
Here's an attempt to be rational.
1. Why does the state recognize marriage at all? Because society has found it the best way raise children.
2. So what about gay marriage? Just because they are adults and have the right to interact how they choose doesn't mean the state has an obligation treat their union the same since society has not found gay relationships to be the best way to raise children.
3. What about civil unions? If people are going to live in non-traditional families it is societies best interest to all stability and protection so they don't become a burden on society. This could apply to unmarried hetero couples as well - it's not a gay-only issue. If they are going to be responsible for kids in spite of being non-traditional the kids should have as stable of a household as possible.
4. What if I don't want to endorse the gay lifestyle? With civil unions it's not about endorsements or special rights - it's equal protection as specified in the constitution. You don't have to like someone or approve of them to recognize that the constitution guarantees them equal protection. Older people who want to co-habitate without a marriage could also benefit.
So, I think the court did the right thing. And I know they can't consider this but it's also the Christian thing to do to give the opportunity of equal protection to everybody, even if you don't like the way they live.