Obama is the first president to support same sex marriages! Barack Obama took a controversial stand today telling an ABC news reporter that he is FOR gay/ lesbian marriages. He explained his change of heart and expounded on the fact that many of his associates, family and friends are pro-choice or of the gay community.
Obama was quoted as saying, “At a certain point, I’ve just concluded for me personally it is important for me to go ahead and affirm that I think same sex couples should be able to get married.”
Obama is the First President to Support Same Sex Marriages!
Years earlier, Obama’s campaigned was against same sex marriage due to religious beliefs. The religious have protested against the subject and believe there is no compromise. With Obama’s recent revelation, what does this mean for his campaign and many supporters? Speculations are swirling about Obama’s surprising stand and many question whether or not this is just a tactic for his campaign. Is his decision designed to conquer more supporters, specifically from the gay community?
Obama is the First President to Support Same Sex Marriages!
Vice President Joe Biden and Education Secretary Arne Duncan have openly supported same sex marriages. With that, should Obama’s supporters be shocked about his decision? Many states are pending on the controversial subject matter. North Carolina just a day before Obama’s big announcement amended their constitution to ban gay marriage and civil unions. Is North Carolina expected to be a red state following the President’s decision? African Americans and conservatives reportedly were apart of the vote against same sex marriage. Blacks have been some of President Obama’s biggest supporters. Could his stand for same sex marriages kill the black communities’ support for him?
Obama is the First President to Support Same Sex Marriage!
Opposing party, Mitt Romney claims he has been consistent about his stand on the issue. Allegations have surfaced saying Obama is looking to gain more financial support for his campaign from wealthy gay contributors. Obama has made it clear that he and his wife, Michelle Obama care more about how they treat others. Many have credited his wife for his unexpected decision on the controversial matter. November is swiftly approaching and supporters according to gender, race, religion and social preferences are still being tallied. Will the gay community make noise and advocate for Barack Obama during elections?
Obama is the First President to Support Same Sex Marriage!
