2009-01-31

Bigots afraid of being publicly known as such

There were many bigots associated with the passage of proposition 8 in California, with most of the funding coming from the LDS (Mormon) Church.  

Due to an open initiative in California, all campaign contributions are publicly disclosed.  Obviously, with the unpopularity of proposition 8, some business owners and individuals are receiving scorn from prop 8 detractors now that their names are out there for all to see.

A judge has recently upheld the law, which I consider to be a good one.  Everyone should know where the money is coming from in any political contest, be it a ballot initiative or a presidential election.

There are many wealthy Californians who are on the wrong side of history on this issue.  It is analogous to finding out a business or individual fought against civil rights legislation in the 60s, or voted for George Wallace.

And if I knew that a business had greatly contributed to Prop 8 fundraising, you can bet I'd boycott them.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Bigots should be publicized.