Here is a quote from the Texas GOP's 2006 platform:
"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." You can go read it for yourself on page 14 of the Texas GOP Platform, available here.
(Emphasis mine) Understand this: if there is any member of the KKK or the National Socialists who wishes to go on a campaign of "exterminating" suspected homosexuals, even if the targets are disproportionately non-white, the Texas GOP will do everything in its power to keep them out of legal trouble.
That is, if you're white and you wanna go bash in some people, just say you did so out of religious or traditional belief, and the GOP will support you.
But wait, that isn't the truly scary thing. The scary thing is this: anyone runningont he Republican ballot in Texas mjust sign off on all statement contained inth eplatform of the party. So, every GOP candidate must swear to validating the murder of homosexuals.
Just for fun, here's another doozy from page 21:
"Safeguarding Our Religious Liberties – We affirm that the public acknowledgement of God is undeniable in our history and is vital to our freedom, prosperity and strength as a nation. We pledge to exert our influence toward a return to the original intent of the First Amendment and dispel the myth of the separation of church and state."
Just as a historical note, here's the first and second amnedments:
Amendment I - Freedom of Religion, Press, Expression. Ratified 12/15/1791.
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Amendment II - Right to Bear Arms. Ratified 12/15/1791.
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
The notes are well worth reading.
