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Like all things Obama, what he says and what he does are always two very different things.

Considering he's not really black, what does he know about that struggle...

It's not equal rights the gays want, it's special consideration they feel is owed to them as compensation for past presecution. They're out for retribution, which is why they're waging a war of semantics against traditional heterosexual terminology. If they were really after equality, they'd be completely content with state recognition of their relationships and the same economic benefits afforded to heterosexual spouses.

To compare the civil rights struggles of African Americans to that of gays is an insult to African Americans all over this country.

What a smart Man, If everyone would just settle down for a few mins. we will see what a great job this President will do for all-mankind.
Good job Mr President keep up the good work, it's only just began.
And May God keep blessing, and keep you and your family and Admin Safe.
Go get her done Mr. President.

Just the sight of this egotistical, good for nothing, sorry excuse for a president makes me sick. God save the childern because this jerk is stealing their future!! WHAT HAVE WE DONE AMERICA...IMPEACH THIS GUY NOW !!!

So was Obama lying during the campaign when he said marriage is between a man and a woman, or is he lying now???? Inquiring minds want to know.

How can you compare Gay rights to African American civil right, they are not even remotely the same. African American's were slaves, how can you even compare the two. They were dragged from cars, beaten, told to ride in the back of the bus. How can you compare, and BTW I am white. Mr. Obahma, I voted for you, but every day you disappoint me more.

Obama sucks up to everybody except conservative Americans who are the people who made our country great.

these people are a national embarassment..............and how many days have those girls been in North Korea now??

you go, boyeeee.....cowering down to the deviant minority....

Obama's going to find out that all this pandering is creating a 1 and done...outta him...

Blah, Blah, Blah just isn't good enough Mr. Obama. It's support Gay marriage or you are toast, they want nothing less!!

Are they going to put all the US men in the green Zone? Which would make it like fish in a barrel. All US in one area is dangerous!!!

I hate to complain, that's not my style but Obama is really shady. I liked him at first when he was giving speeches and everything but so far since he became president it has been nothing but smoke and mirrors and the economy keeps going down into the tank. Seeing him yucking it up and partying with a bunch of perverts doesn't make me feel any better either.

Excuse me Mr Ob., they are "just". They were enacted by our elected officials just as any law is supposed to be.

I hear what my fellow gay communities are saying and feel. I'm also a member of that community which for some reason is having patience with the President in this process. The country is facing issues that do have precedence and affect everyone. At the same time pushing bills or appeals or whatever through congress without thinking might actually be more harmful. Our issues are extremely set in the social and political mist of this country. In my opinion, the right set up needs to be done so that when these issues are brought before congress, they are not shot down immediately and end up setting us back instead of forward. I'm willing to wait out the first 2yrs and see what happens in his last 2yrs of the term. That will be when his campaign slogans that are unfulfilled will come out.

"Unjust Laws??"

First, I was in the military, US Navy. How many of you have used a common shower every day, big enough for 15 – 20 people? How many of you have ever had to sit on a toilet in a row of 10, with no stall, no walls, and no doors? This is stuff military people do EVERY DAY. In the military, there also has to be a feeling of mutual trust, because at any time, your life may depend on the guy next to you. I've been there, and I believe gays have no place in the military. And its not "don't ask, don't tell." Believe me, its obvious, and its known.

Here stands a President for and by the people.

President Obama you have this one wrong...you MUST honor marriage between a man and a woman..it is God's directive. Why must you test him?
As for the military, I don't think it's harmful to have those who chose to lead this lifestyle choice in the military as long as it's not threatening to an individuals right to disagree with it. I always think of Saul when I think of the political issue of homosexuality...Saul never thought he was wrong in cheating people out of their money..but he suffered blindness and a bold conviction by the Lord before he 'opened' his eyes and saw the truth. God loves us all...that is why he wants us to live according to his plan which he created us from.

Hey I'm a gay american, I'm pleased with the president so far! Patience is what neeeds to be practiced. There are too many pressing issues right now that need to be addressed, he has a four year term and with only six months into the term he is making strides, with all the wars, recession, and pressing issues, that need immediate attention judge him for his whole term,we are truly an impatient people it took years, decade to achieve civil rights, but I believe with this president these reforms will move faster!

I just hope he's not trying to change too many things to fast, all for the sake of the party line. I personally advocate eliminating the injustice of the discriminatory uber-conservative anti-gay legislation in place, but it can't just be thrown away like that. It has to be part of a gradual cultural shift away from the antiquated politics of hatred and ignorance, toward a more informed and understanding future. If it happens too fast, it'll just cause social turmoil and play right into the hands of those for whom ignorant fear is a resource, by which they manipulate the populace. In short, too much too fast will only empower the enemies of change and progress.

This is quite disturbing. DOMA was passed with overwhelming support. Plus, comparing gay rights to civil rights is such an insult and trivialization to the civil rights movement. It is not even remotely an equal analogy. Here's hoping Obama is a one term president like Carter.

It seems that "equal treatment under law" still comes with an asterisk these days. This president should understand the sting of discrimination and should realize when he is essentially endorsing "separate but equal" policies.

Good, give them whatever so they can shut up...Im tired of hearing about all this there are much more important things goin on in the world these days...

I can't believe the President compared the struggles of Black Americans to those of the LGBT community. What a slap to Black Americans.

obama has been paying back everyone who voted for him, unoins, hispanics, blacks, next will be the gays. I just hope that someday he will admit to his infidelity with Sinclair.

People need to just sit back and be patient. The things Obama's trying to do will not happen easily and will not come overnight. You have to remember that there is a whole party determined to block his every move, every appointee nominated and every attempt to heal this country. The same people who hate him are the same people who do not accept equality in lifestyle for all, and they are VERY powerful.

Support President Obama- it may take a second to get things done, but they won't get done if his support system falls out from under him.

Would you rather nothing happens at all?

Just great. And I wonder what unjust laws he is referring to, anyway.

Big talk, but we need big action. I know it will take time, but it's critically important that we destroy evil, hateful laws like gay marriage bans.

Of course as the gay community skewers him in their blogs as he breaks more promises, BO makes another speech.

An apple is still an apple. It is wrong when you start to apologize for something that is wrong to begin with. And when you try to convense me its right doesn't make it right either. I have my opinion and you have yours. I believe in what I believe and your not going to convense me any different. You wants facts then go and read the bible. In fact you need to be reading the bible and you wouldn't be wanting to apologize for something that is wrong in the first place.

I agree that we need to repel " don;t ask don't tell". But I also agree with President Obama, that people need to be alot more patient with regards to this issue..It is very complicated and will take time to address..There are alot more important issues, not that this is not important...People need to remeber Obama can't tackle everyting at once, and has to prioritize his agenda..Also it is so true what Obama said with regards to making head way..People need to remember that the Civil Rights movement took Black people along to overcome and change did not come over night, nor will it this time...

Next in line for presidential run, Rosie O'Donnell! She meets all quailifications, well at least two of the three...

I think that it is ok to have gays in the millitary

Obama the majority is against you gay rights movement, QUIT trying to change the world.

Issues of sexual deviancy can only be placed on an equal footing with
the injustices of slavery, by a totally bankrupt soul that our very own President Obama. He never ceases to amaze me, in the way that he
touts the gay, lesbian, and transgender lifestyle. I do admire him for
taking sides though. Too bad he doesn't tout the wonder of God's
creation, each unique man and woman, crafted with great care to share the wonder of human sexuality, with love and faithfulness.

democrats treat gays like they treat blacks. A few meetings and jokes and photo ops, then ignore them because they know gays and blacks will vote democrat no matter what.

Why would he want to repeal the so-called Defense of Marriage Act and end the "don't ask, don't tell" policy regarding gays in the military. You guys are trying to hijack the culture and force gayness on us. This is repulsive and some of my best friends are gay.

better watch your moves ,,, this could make you a one term wonder,,, the economy stinks,,, remember that before you act so bold...

Who is Obama to determine which laws are just or unjust?

Somebody needs to get this idiot a Constitution!

Obama is takin the change to a whole different level. Marriage should not be toyed with at the federal level, leave it to the individual states to decide whether or not they want gay marriage or not...I didnt like when Bush used the marriage issue in 2004 and I dont like Obama using it now!!!! Yes protect those that are being persecuted but dont touch a sacred thing like marriage for political reasons. Lastly people should not equate Gay Rights to the Civil Rights Movement because it is not the same...Blacks were being killed and segregated and because of that movement various class of minority groups in this country have the privileges that they have now!

In your face, Neocons!!

Get the government out of Americans bedrooms personal lives – stop discriminating against GLBT people.

I wonder if everyone complaining about government intervention in Health Care applies that sentiment equally?

As far as unjust laws he could start with the stimulus bill and the SCHIP program. Sure would be nice if normal people could get a nice reception in the White House, but that would not be liberal. We just work to pay the bills.

As I've always known, Don't Ask Don't Tell will require an act of Congress. On the other hand, I think the President should sign an executve order to put a halt to any discharges pending due to DADT. In a time of war, we need every patriotic American that's willing to serve on the battlefield.

Didn't this administration's DOJ just issue documents supporting DOMA? Being gay is a lifestyle choice, and there is zero comparison to civil rights. Every gay person has the exact same right as a heterosexual. Fall in love with a person of the opposite sex, and marry them. Sounds like equality.

This is sinful...the President of the US using tax dollars to host a bunch of gays at the White House. He is obvioulsy NOT a Christian. He is however a hypocrite for saying he goes to church and believes in God...because my Bible says homosexuality is WRONG!
Say all you want gay people...it's a choice and not some birth defect and your choice is gross, sickening and sinful!

What a scream (no pun intended)!

Obama keeps these suckers (again, no pun intended) writing checks with hi promises, then turns his back on them when it matters.

Take a lesson, kool-aid drinkers. He'd throw anyone under a bus for a vote or a buck!

So the Pretender and chief snubbed the National Day of Prayer, but honors these deviates? Makes one wonder about all this alleged Christian faith stuff he espouses. Well at least they have a legit birth certificate right?