General   (General discussion, talk about anything.)

My point is, and I truly respect all views on this, that there are many gay and lesbian couples (I count as good friends 2 gay couples who have been together for over 30 years) who could provide a loving, safe environment for children who would otherwise be condemned to a life in institutions.
I equally believe that a literal reading of the Bible/Koran any ancient text needs to be taken carefully, not just picking out the sections that fit a particular argument.
This clip from what I believe to be the best TV show of the last 25 years) shows the danger of any kind of fundementalism

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eD52OlkKfNs