that we can make the Capitol the next stop on the party circuit, right? 

What ever happened to "render unto Caeser."

In the Washingto Post this a.m. is an article about Virginia being the major player in gun distribution to seemingly anyone who desires a handgun.  I would emphatically warn that the Family Foundation's stance against no fault divorce is very dangerous in a state where someone thwarted in obtaining an uncomplicated no fault divorce can reach into the nearest household drawer and shoot his/her way out of an undesirable marriage.

Get married---a few minutes of your time and a few bucks for the J.P.  Get a divorce--Lawyers, lawyers, lawyers, hatred, unfairness in the division of assets presided over by a shark in pin-stripes, and too much time consumed (at $300 an hour for the shark).  Better we keep Planned Parenthood in business and keep no fault divorce as simple as it is to get hitched. 

Against Governor Kaine's Pre-School Voucher program.

For Eliminating No Fault Divorce by setting up an FFV Marriage Commission.  On July 12, 2007, the FFV reported that the commission will be meeting several times between now and the 2008 General Assembly session.  Wonder what's up their sleeve?

Against including Virginia homosexuals under the non-discrimination policies in Virginia.  They are going after the Virginia Education Association and their resolution that would give Virginia homosexuals equal rights and privileges.

From their website:

The first act of those who came to settle Virginia was to plant the cross of Christ on these shores. There can be no doubt that our nation was founded on Christ and for the furtherance of His kingdom. It is up to us, today, to carry their banner and make sure that our children and grandchildren know the truth of our founding.

 

For the furtherance of His kingdom????

As George Allen said "welcome to America and welcome to Virginia"!

It was buried in their website.

With the possible changes in party leadership come November, this group might see their chances slipping away for the extreme views. Big push for the fall.

"Politicizing the Pulpit for Profit and Fun"

Last year they mounted a similar "summit" in Williamsburg and the results could easily be seen in vote results in VA-01 and across Virginia toward the "GAY" marriage amendment and those of us who did not support putting discrimination in the Commonwealth's Constitution.

I remember one pastor who had been to Williamsburg speaking to his congregation about "fighting for the sanctity of marriage" just before I was introduced.  I thanked them for inviting me to speak and then told them I disagreed with their pastor, because I do not support discrimination of any kind.

Thanks for the heads-up Dianne! 

 

I'm really disturbed by this organization's tactics, especially in the name of Christianity. 

Wouldn't it be nice if pastors/priests/rabbis who truly don't support the anti-Judeo/Christian and anti-democratic behavior of this organization, paid the $25 and "witnessed" for giving all Virginians equality, being kind and loving to those who might be different than ourselves.

It's not a choice! 

Governor Kaine to attend and own these people.

Make no mistake the Family Foundation is the worst of the worst.  They are a religious (or "Family" for that matter) organization in name only.  Their intent is to get conservative Republicans elected.  If a Democrat happens to agree with them on an issue, they will still see to it that said Democrat fails.

Example:  Governor Kaine pushed for Covenant Marriage, simply giving people the option to make their state-sanctioned nuptials more than just legal, but sanctified.  Of course the Religious Right wants Covenant Marriage, but they didn't let it pass the GA until it's a Republican governor in office.

Example 2: I've read the "point system" (0-100) upon which the FFV ranks legislators.  Yeah you've got your normal anti-gay, pro-life stances factored in, but it also considers:

-Do you vote to raise taxes?
-Do you support legislation to punish illegal aliens?
-Do localities have the right to tax their own citizens to raise revenue for transportation?

If you answered no, yes, and no, that makes you "Family-friendly" and "Christian" according to the FFV.  Wait, no, that just makes you a Republican.

It would turn a good Democrat into a Great Democrat.

Is it legitimate for public property to be used for something that is essentially a religious event?  I know it would do not good to ask the Attorney General's office for an advisory opinion on that one, but where is the ACLU and other groups which value separation of church and state? 

(The stock lawyers' answer, to be sure)

Is the Capitol available to similar groups (i.e., other activist groups) on a non-discriminatory basis under similar terms?  If so, no problem.

If not, well . . .Richmond, we have a problem.

It just sticks in my crawl to think that this group gains State Capitol status with the top two state Republicans leading the agenda.  And to push salt in the would, Jerry Falwell's son, Jonathan and defender of Ann Coulter will be one of the guest speakers.  Here's what's on their website on the event:

The Family Foundation and Pastors For Family Values

Pastors Family Issues Summit

Tuesday, September 11, 2007
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
General Assembly Building
State Capitol
Richmond, Virginia

includes

Pastor Jonathan Falwell
Special Guest Lunch Speaker

as well as

Lt. Governor Bill Bolling
Attorney General Bob McDonnell

also

Installation service for
PFFV Chief Apostle Elect
Bishop Gerald Glenn
Pastor of New Deliverence Evangelical Church, Richmond

This is an opportunity for pastors and church leaders to gain a more complete understanding of issues facing the family. Held in the newly renovated state capitol, you will hear from policy experts and political leaders.

"Heavens", they are even conducting a "service" at the Capitol according to the invitation!