URBAN ISSUES - CIVIL RIGHTS
Jul 26, 2004
Affirmative Action
Gay and Lesbian Rights
George W. Bush
George W. Bush says that he "opposes racial quotas and racial preferences."
Bush opposes gay marriage and is supporting a constitutional amendment defining marriage as the union between a man and a woman. (Learn more)
Bush has continued the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy for gays and lesbians serving in the military. They can participate only if they are not open about their sexuality.
John Kerry
John Kerry says he supports affirmative action programs. (Learn more)
Kerry opposes gay marriage, but is opposed to a constitutional amendment defining marriage as the union between a man and a woman. Kerry supports gay civil unions. (Learn more)
Kerry would allow openly gay men and women to serve in the military.
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