Well, I certainly don't think that any of us are surprised that the President has come out in favor of a Consitutional amendment on marriage. You couldn't go for a safer bet for gearing up his Christian right constituents. I mean it takes years for an amendment to not only get out of Congress but to then make its way through all the states necessary to become the 'law of the land.' By that time Bush will be back in Texas (although I have to wonder if he will actually retire there, since the ranch will no longer be a backdrop for political events) and he won't have to take flack for whether it passes or not.

I personally believe that this, more than Gibson's movie, will stir up strong feelings of prejudice and move certain folks to violence. Just another reason to work for change come the election. Not only for President, but for senators and representatives who won't use hot button things like the amendment to detract citizens from the serious problems confronting this country. Down off the soapbox...sorry!