Religious War Against Gay Rights

Published: Aug. 12, 2006, 3:03 p.m.

Features a special look at the growing religion-based assault against\ngay rights around the country. Interviewed: former FFRF staff member Ellen Masters,\na lesbian mom in a committed relationship who talks about what it's\nlike to be denied equal rights under the law. Her interview is a sneak\npreview of Ellen's article, "The Churches Have Legalized Discrimination\nin America," appearing in the upcoming September issue of Freethought\nToday. Dan Barker's Pagan Pulpit looks at the biblical roots of\nhomophobia. Kristin Lems' timely song, "How Nice!" continues the theme.\nRobert Green Ingersoll (born on August 11) is profiled in Freethinkers\nAlmanac. Accompanying music: "The Time to Be Happy Is Now," words by\nRobert G. Ingersoll, music by Dan Barker (with backup children's\nchoir). (MP3, 47 min, 21.4 MB)