Somehow, I knew that what signified inclusiveness and equality for all Americans (not just the LGBT types) would be turned into a circus side show by the opposition.
Contrary to your beliefs, the rainbow-themed White House event signaled a complete and total illustration of an administration acknowledging all Americans in one setting, rather than just honoring one segment of our nation’s demographic.
Because the alternative response (and I’ve seen it on the conservative right’s websites) wouldn’t have the same punch and effect as something universally recognized by everyone. A rainbow is supposed to signify a timely event or covenant — a promise made by a higher power to people of better days ahead and mutual safe harbor for all.
I don’t know what the right’s problems are with people flying a rainbow flag or the White House going all out and celebrating a significant moment in our nation’s history, but they apparently think that not everyone is equal and that only a select group of Americans should have universal rights in today’s world.
Sorry, but that’s not how it works in this country. Everyone straight or gay has rights. And the president is under no obligation to pick sides when these historical moments come. Because when they do, everyone gets to join in a moment of solidarity — which reminds us that yes … we are all Americans living under one roof. Under a common set of laws. And nothing should come between that or our respective freedoms.
Ever.
Schuyler Thorpe
Everett
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