Now, That's Progress

As I busy myself with futile attempts to sift through the heap of lies served up by our president the other night, my writing time is limited. Still, I wanted to comment on the momentous decision made in Spain yesterday, on the heels of the excellent news out of Canada earlier this week.

Thank you, Spain and Canada, for the simple act of treating your citizens with equality. It's refreshing and reassuring to witness that some people in this world still believe in tolerance, open-mindedness and fairness. That means equality for everyone, not just for faithful followers of those who think their own beliefs are the only worth observing. The Head Bigot pope (and other arrogant clergy who pride themselves on being bastions of faith and virtue) could learn a lesson or two from people who not only preach compassion for others but actually practice it. A novel idea.

Oh, and I have every intention of visiting Spain again, as nearly every person I met during my travels there last year treated me kindly in spite of my nation of origin. Viva Espana!

Posted by ayelet at June 29, 2005 04:57 PM