[Mavdog]

First, I want to say these two should be allowed to exercise their right of free speech, although there should be restrictions on the use of bull horns (noise) or if they urged physical atacks on homosexuals (incitement).

Civil Unions do not bestow the same rights and benefits as marriage currently does. Unless there is equality there is discrimination, civil unions do not reach the goal of equality for all Americans.

Equal rights. period. There is absolutely no justification for denying any citizens equality merely because of their sexual orientation.