Texas GOP Adopts Very Anti Gay Policy
Claims Gays Destroy Families, Spread Disease

The National Gay News has come upon the official 2006 formal platform of the Republican Party of Texas. It is a lengthy document drafting its philosophy on many, many issues. We thought we would excise for our readers its thoughts on homosexuality, published at page 14 of its treatise. Without editorial comment- at this time- it is here for your review.

The President of the United States of America formerly led the Texas Republican Party as the State's governor.

At page 14........................

Homosexuality - We believe that the practice of sodomy tears at the fabric of society, contributes to the breakdown of the family unit, and leads to the spread of dangerous, communicable diseases.

Homosexual behavior is contrary to the fundamental, unchanging truths that have been ordained by God, recognized by our country’s founders, and shared by the majority of Texans.

Homosexuality must not be presented as an acceptable “alternative” lifestyle in our public education and policy, nor should “family” be redefined to include homosexual “couples.”

We are opposed to any granting of special legal entitlements, recognition, or privileges including, but not limited to, marriage between persons of the same sex, custody of children by homosexuals, homosexual partner insurance or retirement benefits.

We oppose any criminal or civil penalties against those who oppose homosexuality out of faith, conviction, or belief in traditional values.

Texas Sodomy Statutes - We oppose the legalization of sodomy. We demand that Congress exercise its authority granted by the U.S. Constitution to withhold jurisdiction from the federal courts from cases involving sodomy.