I have two main points I would Like to respond to here.
This is about tolerance (putting up with something), not acceptance (believing something is right). Toleration doesn't step on anyone's religious or cultural beliefs. Every group makes choices about what they do and do not believe, and teach their children "This is what We do. Those people over may do (or think) differently) but they are not US." It works for many many groups. Live and let live has a long history here. Let's keep it going.
As far as "USA Government promoteing a political interest of a group that ISN'T legally recognized in many states", I have to disagree. It doesn't matter what groups are and aren't recognized by the State or Federal government. This is about respecting the rights of individual people, regardless of what their affiliations may be. The government is doing it's job to protect individuals from harm. Teaching children that being different is not a reason to harm someone- physically or mentally is very important. It could help prevent another Columbine tragedy.
I know I shouldn't post, but....
This is about tolerance (putting up with something), not acceptance (believing something is right). Toleration doesn't step on anyone's religious or cultural beliefs. Every group makes choices about what they do and do not believe, and teach their children "This is what We do. Those people over may do (or think) differently) but they are not US." It works for many many groups. Live and let live has a long history here. Let's keep it going.
As far as "USA Government promoteing a political interest of a group that ISN'T legally recognized in many states", I have to disagree. It doesn't matter what groups are and aren't recognized by the State or Federal government. This is about respecting the rights of individual people, regardless of what their affiliations may be. The government is doing it's job to protect individuals from harm. Teaching children that being different is not a reason to harm someone- physically or mentally is very important. It could help prevent another Columbine tragedy.