(From the Family Research Council) As part of the campaign for same-sex marriage, the Madison City Council will vote on Tuesday whether to allow elected leaders to take their oath of office with a controversial addition, namely that they are taking the oath under protest and instead pledge to "eliminate the [marriage protection amendment] from the Constitution."
The proposal has raised serious concerns, even from traditionally liberal sources such as the University of Wisconsin's political science department. "[It's] a fundamental breach of the duty of office," said Professor Howard Schweber. This anti-oath could open the door to people who disagree with other state provisions and allow lawmakers to pick and choose which laws they follow in what would amount to an a la carte Constitution. Rather than protest Wisconsin law, these radicals should use it to create the change they seek. Isn't that what democracy is all about? Additional info...
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