Rob Portman Reverses Gay Marriage Stance After Son Comes Out

[auditor0007]

Rob Portman Reverses Gay Marriage Stance After Son Comes Out

Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) has reversed his stance on same-sex marriage two years after learning that his son is gay, several Ohio news outlets, including the Columbus Dispatch and the Cleveland Plain Dealer, reported Friday.

In an interview with Ohio reporters in his Senate office, Portman said that his son, Will, came out to the senator and his wife in February 2011.

"It allowed me to think of this issue from a new perspective, and that's of a Dad who loves his son a lot and wants him to have the same opportunities that his brother and sister would have -- to have a relationship like Jane and I have had for over 26 years," Portman said.

Portman said that his son, who is now a junior at Yale University, inspired him to reassess his position on same-sex unions. The senator also consulted clergy on the matter, as well as friends such as former Vice President Dick Cheney, whose daughter Mary is openly gay. According to Portman, Cheney told the senator to "follow [his] heart" on the matter.

"The overriding message of love and compassion that I take from the Bible, and certainly the Golden Rule, and the fact that I believe we are all created by our maker, that has all influenced me in terms of my change on this issue," Portman said.

Rob Portman Reverses Gay Marriage Stance After Son Comes Out

It's a shame that it takes a conservative's child being gay to come to the realization that being gay is not some lewd choice made by an individual due to some sexual perversion.

 

[Clementine]

Excuse me, but is Obama the only one allowed to "evolve" on this matter? He didn't exactly show support until Biden opened his mouth and put Obama on the spot.

For many people, it takes a personal experience to change their hearts and the important thing is that the change takes place. Knock this guy all you want for becoming enlightened, but you sound like the fool. I believe Portman is more sincere because he's probably been doing a lot of soul searching. In Obama's case, it was strictly politics and doing what he figured was in his own best interest. Portman may face criticism, but spoke out anyway. That took courage.

 

[bigrebnc1775]

I would have disinherited the little bitch

 

[aaronleland]

I would have disinherited the little bitch

He could only be so lucky...

 

[auditor0007]

Excuse me, but is Obama the only one allowed to "evolve" on this matter? He didn't exactly show support until Biden opened his mouth and put Obama on the spot.

For many people, it takes a personal experience to change their hearts and the important thing is that the change takes place. Knock this guy all you want for becoming enlightened, but you sound like the fool. I believe Portman is more sincere because he's probably been doing a lot of soul searching. In Obama's case, it was strictly politics and doing what he figured was in his own best interest. Portman may face criticism, but spoke out anyway. That took courage.

Check out the comment directly following yours in this thread for a better understanding of my post. The anti-gay thing is not strictly a liberal/conservative issue, but conservatives do seem to be more driven by their religious zealotry against gays.

 

[auditor0007]

I would have disinherited the little bitch

I'm sure you consider yourself a great "Christian".

 

[bigrebnc1775]

I would have disinherited the little bitch

I'm sure you consider yourself a great "Christian".

No I have never made that claim.
If the bitch was my child and did something out of what I taught him that was wrong he would be out on his own

 

[bigrebnc1775]

I would have disinherited the little bitch

He could only be so lucky...

His lose.

 

[Avatar4321]

Rob Portman Reverses Gay Marriage Stance After Son Comes Out

Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) has reversed his stance on same-sex marriage two years after learning that his son is gay, several Ohio news outlets, including the Columbus Dispatch and the Cleveland Plain Dealer, reported Friday.

In an interview with Ohio reporters in his Senate office, Portman said that his son, Will, came out to the senator and his wife in February 2011.

"It allowed me to think of this issue from a new perspective, and that's of a Dad who loves his son a lot and wants him to have the same opportunities that his brother and sister would have -- to have a relationship like Jane and I have had for over 26 years," Portman said.

Portman said that his son, who is now a junior at Yale University, inspired him to reassess his position on same-sex unions. The senator also consulted clergy on the matter, as well as friends such as former Vice President Dick Cheney, whose daughter Mary is openly gay. According to Portman, Cheney told the senator to "follow [his] heart" on the matter.

"The overriding message of love and compassion that I take from the Bible, and certainly the Golden Rule, and the fact that I believe we are all created by our maker, that has all influenced me in terms of my change on this issue," Portman said.

Rob Portman Reverses Gay Marriage Stance After Son Comes Out

It's a shame that it takes a conservative's child being gay to come to the realization that being gay is not some lewd choice made by an individual due to some sexual perversion.

And yet, repeatedly telling oneself that doesnt suddenly make it true.

 

[poet]

I would have disinherited the little bitch

He could only be so lucky...

His lose.

"His loss"....would have been the correct response, dummie.

 

[bigrebnc1775]

He could only be so lucky...

His lose.

"His loss"....would have been the correct response, dummie.

Ever heard of a typo dumb ass?

 

[Stephanie]

I guess this is suppose to be stop the press news and some big deal?

 

[poet]

His lose.

"His loss"....would have been the correct response, dummie.

Ever heard of a typo dumb ass?

That was no typo.....that was pure stupidity and a lack of correct English usage. And how come it's always "right wing nut jobs", that have the problem?

 

[bigrebnc1775]

His lose.

"His loss"....would have been the correct response, dummie.

Ever heard of a typo dumb ass?

"His loss"....would have been the correct response, dummie.

Ever heard of a typo dumb ass?

That was no typo.....that was pure stupidity and a lack of correct English usage. And how come it's always "right wing nut jobs", that have the problem?

Look at the key board dumb ass
First letter row third letter E
second letter row second letter S

 

[LoneLaugher]

Is the correct term "dummie" or "dummy"?

What do you think, Poet?

 

[bigrebnc1775]

Is the correct term "dummie" or "dummy"?

What do you think, Poet?

Are you ready to hit the bull ring bitch?
http://www.usmessageboard.com/6834349-post1.html

 

[LoneLaugher]

I would have disinherited the little bitch

I'm sure you consider yourself a great "Christian".

No I have never made that claim.
If the bitch was my child and did something out of what I taught him that was wrong he would be out on his own

It that second sentence a typo too?

Why do you still get offended when someone points out your inability to use our language properly? A better reaction would be to take a few continuing ed classes.

 

[LoneLaugher]

Is the correct term "dummie" or "dummy"?

What do you think, Poet?

Are you ready to hit the bull ring bitch?
http://www.usmessageboard.com/6834349-post1.html

Did you not understand my answer the first and second time you asked?

 

[bigrebnc1775]

Is the correct term "dummie" or "dummy"?

What do you think, Poet?

Are you ready to hit the bull ring bitch?
http://www.usmessageboard.com/6834349-post1.html

Did you not understand my answer the first and second time you asked?

If I'm the dumb ass that you say I am you should have no problem debating me head too head?
Chicken shit.

 

[Noomi]

Rob Portman Reverses Gay Marriage Stance After Son Comes Out

Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) has reversed his stance on same-sex marriage two years after learning that his son is gay, several Ohio news outlets, including the Columbus Dispatch and the Cleveland Plain Dealer, reported Friday.

In an interview with Ohio reporters in his Senate office, Portman said that his son, Will, came out to the senator and his wife in February 2011.

"It allowed me to think of this issue from a new perspective, and that's of a Dad who loves his son a lot and wants him to have the same opportunities that his brother and sister would have -- to have a relationship like Jane and I have had for over 26 years," Portman said.

Portman said that his son, who is now a junior at Yale University, inspired him to reassess his position on same-sex unions. The senator also consulted clergy on the matter, as well as friends such as former Vice President Dick Cheney, whose daughter Mary is openly gay. According to Portman, Cheney told the senator to "follow [his] heart" on the matter.

"The overriding message of love and compassion that I take from the Bible, and certainly the Golden Rule, and the fact that I believe we are all created by our maker, that has all influenced me in terms of my change on this issue," Portman said.

Rob Portman Reverses Gay Marriage Stance After Son Comes Out

It's a shame that it takes a conservative's child being gay to come to the realization that being gay is not some lewd choice made by an individual due to some sexual perversion.

I am happy that he has changed his mind. Perhaps if others had a first hand experience, they'd change their minds, too.