Holland, Michigan

Although I've taken about a two month hiatus, I hope my followers are still interested in what I have to say. The transition from the school year to summer has been somewhat hectic but I plan to get back into the blogging scene full-force and continue to spread the word about gay rights.

A friend of mine sent me this link the other day since it applies specifically to me, attending school in Holland.
http://www.mlive.com/opinion/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2011/06/editorial_why_the_holland_city.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+michigan-news+%28Michigan+News%2C+Updates%2C+Photos%2C+Videos+and+Opinions+-+MLive.com%29

Even though it's great that the city is making progress, and I commend them for that, it amazes me that there is so much progress to be made. The fact that sexual orientation and gender identity is not included in the classes protected in the city's human relations and fair housing ordinances and its equal employment policy is astounding to me. We live in a country built on freedom and equal rights. We've fought the battle for woman, handicapped people, people of color, minorities of all types. Now is the time to push forward in the fight for homosexuals looking to be treated with the same respect every American expects to receive.

The portion about religion is very important, especially because Holland is such a religious town. It angers me still that certain religions cannot accept the difference in lifestyle homosexuals lead. However, I supposed this is a case in which governmental issues and issues of the church must be separated.

As for Holland, Michigan, I am proud to attend a school in such a fine city with good morals and welcoming people. The progress being made makes me ecstatic and I am so happy they are following the lead of cities around the country moving to a more open minded and fair way of life.