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<strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Rodham</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>’s address before the United Nations in Geneva will be<br />
remembered by history, with the <strong>Secretary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>State</strong> unabashedly arguing to<br />
the world that LGBT rights are human rights.<br />
Read the Complete Transcript <strong>of</strong> the Speech, as Provided By the <strong>State</strong><br />
Department:<br />
SECRETARY CLINTON: Good evening, and let me express my deep honor and pleasure<br />
at being here. I want to thank Director General Tokayev and Ms. Wyden along with<br />
other ministers, ambassadors, excellencies, and UN partners. This weekend, we will<br />
celebrate Human Rights Day, the anniversary <strong>of</strong> one <strong>of</strong> the great accomplishments <strong>of</strong><br />
the last century.<br />
Beginning in 1947, delegates from six continents devoted themselves to drafting a<br />
declaration that would enshrine the fundamental rights and freedoms <strong>of</strong> people<br />
everywhere. In the aftermath <strong>of</strong> World War II, many nations pressed for a statement<br />
<strong>of</strong> this kind to help ensure that we would prevent future atrocities and protect the<br />
inherent humanity and dignity <strong>of</strong> all people. And so the delegates went to work. They<br />
discussed, they wrote, they revisited, revised, rewrote, for thousands <strong>of</strong> hours. And<br />
they incorporated suggestions and revisions from governments, organizations, and<br />
individuals around the world.<br />
At three o’clock in the morning on December 10th, 1948, after nearly two years <strong>of</strong><br />
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drafting and one last long night <strong>of</strong> debate, the president <strong>of</strong> the UN General Assembly<br />
called for a vote on the final text. Forty-eight nations voted in favor; eight abstained;<br />
none dissented. And the Universal Declaration <strong>of</strong> Human Rights was adopted. It<br />
proclaims a simple, powerful idea: All human beings are born free and equal in dignity<br />
and rights. And with the declaration, it was made clear that rights are not conferred by<br />
government; they are the birthright <strong>of</strong> all people. It does not matter what country we<br />
live in, who our leaders are, or even who we are. Because we are human, we therefore<br />
have rights. And because we have rights, governments are bound to protect them.<br />
In the 63 years since the declaration was adopted, many nations have made great<br />
progress in making human rights a human reality. Step by step, barriers that once<br />
prevented people from enjoying the full measure <strong>of</strong> liberty, the full experience <strong>of</strong><br />
dignity, and the full benefits <strong>of</strong> humanity have fallen away. In many places, racist laws<br />
have been repealed, legal and social practices that relegated women to second-class<br />
status have been abolished, the ability <strong>of</strong> religious minorities to practice their faith<br />
freely has been secured.<br />
(RELATED: What This All<br />
Could Mean to LGBT Rights)<br />
In most cases, this progress<br />
was not easily won. People<br />
fought and organized and<br />
campaigned in public<br />
squares and private spaces<br />
to change not only laws,<br />
but hearts and minds. And<br />
thanks to that work <strong>of</strong><br />
generations, for millions <strong>of</strong><br />
individuals whose lives were<br />
once narrowed by injustice,<br />
they are now able to live<br />
more freely and to<br />
participate more fully in the political, economic, and social lives <strong>of</strong> their communities.<br />
Now, there is still, as you all know, much more to be done to secure that commitment,<br />
that reality, and progress for all people. Today, I want to talk about the work we have<br />
left to do to protect one group <strong>of</strong> people whose human rights are still denied in too<br />
many parts <strong>of</strong> the world today. In many ways, they are an invisible minority. They are<br />
arrested, beaten, terrorized, even executed. Many are treated with contempt and<br />
violence by their fellow citizens while authorities empowered to protect them look the<br />
other way or, too <strong>of</strong>ten, even join in the abuse. They are denied opportunities to work<br />
and learn, driven from their homes and countries, and forced to suppress or deny who<br />
they are to protect themselves from harm.<br />
I am talking about gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people, human beings born<br />
free and given bestowed equality and dignity, who have a right to claim that, which is<br />
now one <strong>of</strong> the remaining human rights challenges <strong>of</strong> our time. I speak about this<br />
subject knowing that my own country’s record on human rights for gay people is far<br />
from perfect. Until 2003, it was still a crime in parts <strong>of</strong> our country. Many LGBT<br />
Americans have endured violence and harassment in their own lives, and for some,<br />
including many young people, bullying and exclusion are daily experiences. So we, like<br />
all nations, have more work to do to protect human rights at home.<br />
Now, raising this issue, I know, is sensitive for many people and that the obstacles<br />
standing in the way <strong>of</strong> protecting the human rights <strong>of</strong> LGBT people rest on deeply held<br />
personal, political, cultural, and religious beliefs. So I come here before you with<br />
respect, understanding, and humility. Even though progress on this front is not easy,<br />
we cannot delay acting. So in that spirit, I want to talk about the difficult and<br />
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important issues we must address together to reach a global consensus that recognizes<br />
the human rights <strong>of</strong> LGBT citizens everywhere.<br />
The first issue goes to the heart <strong>of</strong> the matter. Some have suggested that gay rights<br />
and human rights are separate and distinct; but, in fact, they are one and the same.<br />
Now, <strong>of</strong> course, 60 years ago, the governments that drafted and passed the Universal<br />
Declaration <strong>of</strong> Human Rights were not thinking about how it applied to the LGBT<br />
community. They also weren’t thinking about how it applied to indigenous people or<br />
children or people with disabilities or other marginalized groups. Yet in the past 60<br />
years, we have come to recognize that members <strong>of</strong> these groups are entitled to the full<br />
measure <strong>of</strong> dignity and rights, because, like all people, they share a common<br />
humanity.<br />
This recognition did not occur all at once. It evolved over time. And as it did, we<br />
understood that we were honoring rights that people always had, rather than creating<br />
new or special rights for them. Like being a woman, like being a racial, religious, tribal,<br />
or ethnic minority, being LGBT does not make you less human. And that is why gay<br />
rights are human rights, and human rights are gay rights.<br />
(RELATED: Read The Advocate’s Cover Story Interview With <strong>Secretary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong> from<br />
Earlier This Year)<br />
It is violation <strong>of</strong> human rights when people are beaten or killed because <strong>of</strong> their sexual<br />
orientation, or because they do not conform to cultural norms about how men and<br />
women should look or behave. It is a violation <strong>of</strong> human rights when governments<br />
declare it illegal to be gay, or allow those who harm gay people to go unpunished. It is<br />
a violation <strong>of</strong> human rights when lesbian or transgendered women are subjected to socalled<br />
corrective rape, or forcibly subjected to hormone treatments, or when people are<br />
murdered after public calls for violence toward gays, or when they are forced to flee<br />
their nations and seek asylum in other lands to save their lives. And it is a violation <strong>of</strong><br />
human rights when life-saving care is withheld from people because they are gay, or<br />
equal access to justice is denied to people because they are gay, or public spaces are<br />
out <strong>of</strong> bounds to people because they are gay. No matter what we look like, where we<br />
come from, or who we are, we are all equally entitled to our human rights and dignity.<br />
The second issue is a question <strong>of</strong> whether homosexuality arises from a particular part<br />
<strong>of</strong> the world. Some seem to believe it is a Western phenomenon, and therefore people<br />
outside the West have grounds to reject it. Well, in reality, gay people are born into<br />
and belong to every society in the world. They are all ages, all races, all faiths; they<br />
are doctors and teachers, farmers and bankers, soldiers and athletes; and whether we<br />
know it, or whether we acknowledge it, they are our family, our friends, and our<br />
neighbors.<br />
Being gay is not a Western invention; it is a human reality. And protecting the human<br />
rights <strong>of</strong> all people, gay or straight, is not something that only Western governments<br />
do. South Africa’s constitution, written in the aftermath <strong>of</strong> Apartheid, protects the<br />
equality <strong>of</strong> all citizens, including gay people. In Colombia and Argentina, the rights <strong>of</strong><br />
gays are also legally protected. In Nepal, the supreme court has ruled that equal rights<br />
apply to LGBT citizens. The Government <strong>of</strong> Mongolia has committed to pursue new<br />
legislation that will tackle anti-gay discrimination.<br />
Now, some worry that protecting the human rights <strong>of</strong> the LGBT community is a luxury<br />
that only wealthy nations can afford. But in fact, in all countries, there are costs to not<br />
protecting these rights, in both gay and straight lives lost to disease and violence, and<br />
the silencing <strong>of</strong> voices and views that would strengthen communities, in ideas never<br />
pursued by entrepreneurs who happen to be gay. Costs are incurred whenever any<br />
group is treated as lesser or the other, whether they are women, racial, or religious<br />
minorities, or the LGBT. Former President Mogae <strong>of</strong> Botswana pointed out recently that<br />
for as long as LGBT people are kept in the shadows, there cannot be an effective public<br />
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health program to tackle HIV and AIDS. Well, that holds true for other challenges as<br />
well.<br />
(RELATED: Inside <strong>Secretary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>’s Pre-UN Address Meeting with LGBT Advocates)<br />
The third, and perhaps most challenging, issue arises when people cite religious or<br />
cultural values as a reason to violate or not to protect the human rights <strong>of</strong> LGBT<br />
citizens. This is not unlike the justification <strong>of</strong>fered for violent practices towards women<br />
like honor killings, widow burning, or female genital mutilation. Some people still<br />
defend those practices as part <strong>of</strong> a cultural tradition. But violence toward women isn’t<br />
cultural; it’s criminal. Likewise with slavery, what was once justified as sanctioned by<br />
God is now properly reviled as an unconscionable violation <strong>of</strong> human rights.<br />
In each <strong>of</strong> these cases, we came to learn that no practice or tradition trumps the<br />
human rights that belong to all <strong>of</strong> us. And this holds true for inflicting violence on LGBT<br />
people, criminalizing their status or behavior, expelling them from their families and<br />
communities, or tacitly or explicitly accepting their killing.<br />
Of course, it bears noting that rarely are cultural and religious traditions and teachings<br />
actually in conflict with the protection <strong>of</strong> human rights. Indeed, our religion and our<br />
culture are sources <strong>of</strong> compassion and inspiration toward our fellow human beings. It<br />
was not only those who’ve justified slavery who leaned on religion, it was also those<br />
who sought to abolish it. And let us keep in mind that our commitments to protect the<br />
freedom <strong>of</strong> religion and to defend the dignity <strong>of</strong> LGBT people emanate from a common<br />
source. For many <strong>of</strong> us, religious belief and practice is a vital source <strong>of</strong> meaning and<br />
identity, and fundamental to who we are as people. And likewise, for most <strong>of</strong> us, the<br />
bonds <strong>of</strong> love and family that we forge are also vital sources <strong>of</strong> meaning and identity.<br />
And caring for others is an expression <strong>of</strong> what it means to be fully human. It is because<br />
the human experience is universal that human rights are universal and cut across all<br />
religions and cultures.<br />
The fourth issue is what history teaches us about how we make progress towards<br />
rights for all. Progress starts with honest discussion. Now, there are some who say and<br />
believe that all gay people are pedophiles, that homosexuality is a disease that can be<br />
caught or cured, or that gays recruit others to become gay. Well, these notions are<br />
simply not true. They are also unlikely to disappear if those who promote or accept<br />
them are dismissed out <strong>of</strong> hand rather than invited to share their fears and concerns.<br />
No one has ever abandoned a belief because he was forced to do so.<br />
(RELATED: Speech Gets Negative Reaction Among Some World Ambassadors)<br />
Universal human rights include freedom <strong>of</strong> expression and freedom <strong>of</strong> belief, even if<br />
our words or beliefs denigrate the humanity <strong>of</strong> others. Yet, while we are each free to<br />
believe whatever we choose, we cannot do whatever we choose, not in a world where<br />
we protect the human rights <strong>of</strong> all.<br />
Reaching understanding <strong>of</strong> these issues takes more than speech. It does take a<br />
conversation. In fact, it takes a constellation <strong>of</strong> conversations in places big and small.<br />
And it takes a willingness to see stark differences in belief as a reason to begin the<br />
conversation, not to avoid it.<br />
But progress comes from changes in laws. In many places, including my own country,<br />
legal protections have preceded, not followed, broader recognition <strong>of</strong> rights. Laws have<br />
a teaching effect. Laws that discriminate validate other kinds <strong>of</strong> discrimination. Laws<br />
that require equal protections reinforce the moral imperative <strong>of</strong> equality. And<br />
practically speaking, it is <strong>of</strong>ten the case that laws must change before fears about<br />
change dissipate.<br />
Many in my country thought that President Truman was making a grave error when he<br />
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ordered the racial desegregation <strong>of</strong> our military. They argued that it would undermine<br />
unit cohesion. And it wasn’t until he went ahead and did it that we saw how it<br />
strengthened our social fabric in ways even the supporters <strong>of</strong> the policy could not<br />
foresee. Likewise, some worried in my country that the repeal <strong>of</strong> “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”<br />
would have a negative effect on our armed forces. Now, the Marine Corps<br />
Commandant, who was one <strong>of</strong> the strongest voices against the repeal, says that his<br />
concerns were unfounded and that the Marines have embraced the change.<br />
(RELATED: Perry, Santorum Denounce Call for Global Gay Rights)<br />
Finally, progress comes from being willing to walk a mile in someone else’s shoes. We<br />
need to ask ourselves, “How would it feel if it were a crime to love the person I love<br />
How would it feel to be discriminated against for something about myself that I cannot<br />
change” This challenge applies to all <strong>of</strong> us as we reflect upon deeply held beliefs, as<br />
we work to embrace tolerance and respect for the dignity <strong>of</strong> all persons, and as we<br />
engage humbly with those with whom we disagree in the hope <strong>of</strong> creating greater<br />
understanding.<br />
A fifth and final question is how we do our part to bring the world to embrace human<br />
rights for all people including LGBT people. Yes, LGBT people must help lead this effort,<br />
as so many <strong>of</strong> you are. Their knowledge and experiences are invaluable and their<br />
courage inspirational. We know the names <strong>of</strong> brave LGBT activists who have literally<br />
given their lives for this cause, and there are many more whose names we will never<br />
know. But <strong>of</strong>ten those who are denied rights are least empowered to bring about the<br />
changes they seek. Acting alone, minorities can never achieve the majorities necessary<br />
for political change.<br />
So when any part <strong>of</strong> humanity is sidelined, the rest <strong>of</strong> us cannot sit on the sidelines.<br />
Every time a barrier to progress has fallen, it has taken a cooperative effort from those<br />
on both sides <strong>of</strong> the barrier. In the fight for women’s rights, the support <strong>of</strong> men<br />
remains crucial. The fight for racial equality has relied on contributions from people <strong>of</strong><br />
all races. Combating Islamaphobia or anti-Semitism is a task for people <strong>of</strong> all faiths.<br />
And the same is true with this struggle for equality.<br />
Conversely, when we see denials and abuses <strong>of</strong> human rights and fail to act, that<br />
sends the message to those deniers and abusers that they won’t suffer any<br />
consequences for their actions, and so they carry on. But when we do act, we send a<br />
powerful moral message. Right here in Geneva, the international community acted this<br />
year to strengthen a global consensus around the human rights <strong>of</strong> LGBT people. At the<br />
Human Rights Council in March, 85 countries from all regions supported a statement<br />
calling for an end to criminalization and violence against people because <strong>of</strong> their sexual<br />
orientation and gender identity.<br />
At the following session <strong>of</strong> the Council in June, South Africa took the lead on a<br />
resolution about violence against LGBT people. The delegation from South Africa spoke<br />
eloquently about their own experience and struggle for human equality and its<br />
indivisibility. When the measure passed, it became the first-ever UN resolution<br />
recognizing the human rights <strong>of</strong> gay people worldwide. In the Organization <strong>of</strong> American<br />
<strong>State</strong>s this year, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights created a unit on<br />
the rights <strong>of</strong> LGBT people, a step toward what we hope will be the creation <strong>of</strong> a special<br />
rapporteur.<br />
Now, we must go further and work here and in every region <strong>of</strong> the world to galvanize<br />
more support for the human rights <strong>of</strong> the LGBT community. To the leaders <strong>of</strong> those<br />
countries where people are jailed, beaten, or executed for being gay, I ask you to<br />
consider this: Leadership, by definition, means being out in front <strong>of</strong> your people when<br />
it is called for. It means standing up for the dignity <strong>of</strong> all your citizens and persuading<br />
your people to do the same. It also means ensuring that all citizens are treated as<br />
equals under your laws, because let me be clear – I am not saying that gay people<br />
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can’t or don’t commit crimes. They can and they do, just like straight people. And<br />
when they do, they should be held accountable, but it should never be a crime to be<br />
gay.<br />
And to people <strong>of</strong> all nations, I say supporting human rights is your responsibility too.<br />
The lives <strong>of</strong> gay people are shaped not only by laws, but by the treatment they receive<br />
every day from their families, from their neighbors. Eleanor Roosevelt, who did so<br />
much to advance human rights worldwide, said that these rights begin in the small<br />
places close to home – the streets where people live, the schools they attend, the<br />
factories, farms, and <strong>of</strong>fices where they work. These places are your domain. The<br />
actions you take, the ideals that you advocate, can determine whether human rights<br />
flourish where you are.<br />
And finally, to LGBT men and women worldwide, let me say this: Wherever you live<br />
and whatever the circumstances <strong>of</strong> your life, whether you are connected to a network<br />
<strong>of</strong> support or feel isolated and vulnerable, please know that you are not alone. People<br />
around the globe are working hard to support you and to bring an end to the injustices<br />
and dangers you face. That is certainly true for my country. And you have an ally in<br />
the United <strong>State</strong>s <strong>of</strong> America and you have millions <strong>of</strong> friends among the American<br />
people.<br />
The Obama Administration defends the human rights <strong>of</strong> LGBT people as part <strong>of</strong> our<br />
comprehensive human rights policy and as a priority <strong>of</strong> our foreign policy. In our<br />
embassies, our diplomats are raising concerns about specific cases and laws, and<br />
working with a range <strong>of</strong> partners to strengthen human rights protections for all. In<br />
Washington, we have created a task force at the <strong>State</strong> Department to support and<br />
coordinate this work. And in the coming months, we will provide every embassy with a<br />
toolkit to help improve their efforts. And we have created a program that <strong>of</strong>fers<br />
emergency support to defenders <strong>of</strong> human rights for LGBT people.<br />
This morning, back in Washington, President Obama put into place the first U.S.<br />
Government strategy dedicated to combating human rights abuses against LGBT<br />
persons abroad. Building on efforts already underway at the <strong>State</strong> Department and<br />
across the government, the President has directed all U.S. Government agencies<br />
engaged overseas to combat the criminalization <strong>of</strong> LGBT status and conduct, to<br />
enhance efforts to protect vulnerable LGBT refugees and asylum seekers, to ensure<br />
that our foreign assistance promotes the protection <strong>of</strong> LGBT rights, to enlist<br />
international organizations in the fight against discrimination, and to respond swiftly to<br />
abuses against LGBT persons.<br />
I am also pleased to announce that we are launching a new Global Equality Fund that<br />
will support the work <strong>of</strong> civil society organizations working on these issues around the<br />
world. This fund will help them record facts so they can target their advocacy, learn<br />
how to use the law as a tool, manage their budgets, train their staffs, and forge<br />
partnerships with women’s organizations and other human rights groups. We have<br />
committed more than $3 million to start this fund, and we have hope that others will<br />
join us in supporting it.<br />
The women and men who advocate for human rights for the LGBT community in hostile<br />
places, some <strong>of</strong> whom are here today with us, are brave and dedicated, and deserve all<br />
the help we can give them. We know the road ahead will not be easy. A great deal <strong>of</strong><br />
work lies before us. But many <strong>of</strong> us have seen firsthand how quickly change can come.<br />
In our lifetimes, attitudes toward gay people in many places have been transformed.<br />
Many people, including myself, have experienced a deepening <strong>of</strong> our own convictions<br />
on this topic over the years, as we have devoted more thought to it, engaged in<br />
dialogues and debates, and established personal and pr<strong>of</strong>essional relationships with<br />
people who are gay.<br />
This evolution is evident in many places. To highlight one example, the Delhi High<br />
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Court decriminalized homosexuality in India two years ago, writing, and I quote, “If<br />
there is one tenet that can be said to be an underlying theme <strong>of</strong> the Indian<br />
constitution, it is inclusiveness.” There is little doubt in my mind that support for LGBT<br />
human rights will continue to climb. Because for many young people, this is simple: All<br />
people deserve to be treated with dignity and have their human rights respected, no<br />
matter who they are or whom they love.<br />
There is a phrase that people in the United <strong>State</strong>s invoke when urging others to<br />
support human rights: “Be on the right side <strong>of</strong> history.” The story <strong>of</strong> the United <strong>State</strong>s<br />
is the story <strong>of</strong> a nation that has repeatedly grappled with intolerance and inequality.<br />
We fought a brutal civil war over slavery. People from coast to coast joined in<br />
campaigns to recognize the rights <strong>of</strong> women, indigenous peoples, racial minorities,<br />
children, people with disabilities, immigrants, workers, and on and on. And the march<br />
toward equality and justice has continued. Those who advocate for expanding the circle<br />
<strong>of</strong> human rights were and are on the right side <strong>of</strong> history, and history honors them.<br />
Those who tried to constrict human rights were wrong, and history reflects that as well.<br />
I know that the thoughts I’ve shared today involve questions on which opinions are still<br />
evolving. As it has happened so many times before, opinion will converge once again<br />
with the truth, the immutable truth, that all persons are created free and equal in<br />
dignity and rights. We are called once more to make real the words <strong>of</strong> the Universal<br />
Declaration. Let us answer that call. Let us be on the right side <strong>of</strong> history, for our<br />
people, our nations, and future generations, whose lives will be shaped by the work we<br />
do today. I come before you with great hope and confidence that no matter how long<br />
the road ahead, we will travel it successfully together. Thank you very much.<br />
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Cynthia Keene<br />
If you do nothing else today - grab your family, sit them down, and watch this video together.<br />
This is an incredible moment for families all over the world. Click 'Like' to celebrate this giant leap for<br />
global human rights.<br />
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William Keith Kreicker ·<br />
Top Commenter · Northwood University<br />
It was a nice speech. But don't you think that they should start to change it here in the US<br />
Don't just talk about it. But do it. I think this was just another measure to try and get<br />
reelected.<br />
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David Gaillardetz · 20 years old<br />
William Keith Kreicker I think that stuff is being done in the US. For the first time ever, there<br />
is a specific page on the Whitehouse website relating to LGBT issues. DADT was repealed.<br />
Additionally, if anything I think that was politically risky and not a ploy to get reelected.<br />
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William Keith Kreicker ·<br />
Top Commenter · Northwood University<br />
David Gaillardetz HE has that part <strong>of</strong> his website so that LGBT people will vote for him. You<br />
tell me what else he has done. Having a website does not mean you care it means that Pres.<br />
B is smart.<br />
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Walter Rappaport · Works at Saks Fifth Avenue Dadeland<br />
she should have been president...<br />
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Thilo Neubert<br />
Dear Walter, I totally agree with you. However, I am not American and so I could not have<br />
voted for her anyway. In my opinion, Mrs. H. <strong>Rodham</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong> is one <strong>of</strong> the most intelligent<br />
politicians in the world. She is intelligent, smart, truthful, honest and she is willing to make<br />
efforts to support human rights. Thanks to her amazingly well-chosen words, she might<br />
have made some people if the UN wake up. I am grateful for her existence, May Mrs.<br />
<strong>Clinton</strong>'s life be blessed with good health, love and peace. @Walter and veryone on this fb<br />
page: HAVE A GREAT DAY!!! P.S. Support LGBTQ Rights in other places, too:<br />
http://allout.org/en/cameroon Thank you.<br />
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Nick Mcgrane · University <strong>of</strong> Florida<br />
Its OK, she can be president in 5 years. Back to Back darkhorse presidents.<br />
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Carlos Alberto Gonzalez · Works at Flying Food Group<br />
I Hope We'll get the chance in 2016....<br />
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Devon Gagnon · Exxon Mobil<br />
Religion doesn't have any place in governance or law, including what legal rights people have concerning<br />
their sexuality. People always fall back on religion when attempting to oppress homosexuals and<br />
bisexuals because they know as well as we do that they haven't a single piece <strong>of</strong> logical evidence to back<br />
their issues. They use the bible to mask their prejudice and think that their religion somehow justifies<br />
their illogical hatred; that because they believe something completely that it somehow gives them the<br />
right to interfere in other people's lives. Religion is a personal choice, if an individual wishes to follow<br />
their beliefs, go ahead, but regardless <strong>of</strong> the doctrine's they abide by, they have no right to force feed<br />
their beliefs on to other people. I'm glad that despite their continued efforts, they are failing to stop the<br />
movement.<br />
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Leanne Gagnon ·<br />
Well said Bro!<br />
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Michael Rochester · Works at SUPERHERO CITY<br />
I totally agree with you. Actually, I couldn't agree with you more! its great to see so many<br />
people waking up to the fact that this biased is primarily against the principles <strong>of</strong> "freedom<br />
<strong>of</strong> religion". Christianity (not bashing here) tends to be a very violent and dominionistic<br />
religion... I am also against dominionism. I love to learn about other people's religions and<br />
faiths, but leave it to me to decide what I believe and who I follow (if any). Separation <strong>of</strong><br />
church and state is what will truly bring this country back to civility in so many ways.. I could<br />
go on and on with this topic, but I'll stop here. Thanks again for the well said statement.<br />
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William Keith Kreicker ·<br />
Top Commenter · Northwood University<br />
AMEN. And what you say is 100% true! Bottom line... Separation <strong>of</strong> church and state!<br />
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Allison H<strong>of</strong>fland · Gloucester, Gloucestershire<br />
No <strong>of</strong>fence but a large portion <strong>of</strong> the world acknowledges gay and lesbian marriages and civil union in<br />
law, yet you in the United <strong>State</strong>s do not. My partner is American and I am British. She can come live here,<br />
marry me and have rights <strong>of</strong> a spouse but I cannot have the same rights in your country. Do us a favour<br />
and get religion out <strong>of</strong> legislation and then people like us can finally be happy without having to beg for<br />
OUR HUMAN RIGHTS.<br />
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Rick Ferguson<br />
she understands the U.S. record is not perfect. But its a start, and look, its got us talking.<br />
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Ernie Lijoi ·<br />
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No <strong>of</strong>fense but you're being a petty ass. There are people being murdered in other countries<br />
and a very recent rise in violence in many parts <strong>of</strong> the world. This was a direct response to an<br />
immediate need, not some flaunt <strong>of</strong> our own progress. If this saves a fwe people's lives in<br />
Ugnada are you going to whine about its hypocrisy So feel free to shut it.<br />
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Mychol Scully · Toronto, Ontario<br />
With respect, I would comment that we do not BEG for human rights... we DEMAND them. I<br />
am confident that the future holds great promise for the expansion <strong>of</strong> our understanding <strong>of</strong><br />
what it truly means to BE HUMAN and the core principle <strong>of</strong> that reality is what Mrs. <strong>Clinton</strong><br />
refers to in her speech... No one marginalized... no one discriminated against... ALL humans<br />
sharing the fundamental right to BE.<br />
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Sharron Bailey · Realtor at Keller Williams Realty, Inc.<br />
This is an incredible speech. I'm impressed by the message and the speaker, but also how well the<br />
speech is written. My former "speech teacher persona" really kicked in while I watched and listened. Got<br />
all excited about public speaking and human communication and how positive it can be. So nice to hear<br />
about us all becoming more tolerant rather than listening to diatribes about all the people we don't<br />
agree with. Anyway.......I'll give her an A+.<br />
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Virgie Howard · Jefferson College<br />
WOW! Every one needs to read this and I am so.........proud to Have <strong>Hillary</strong> fighting the fight for our<br />
country, she goes where no man dares............<br />
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Virgie Howard · Jefferson College<br />
when I grow up I want to be her! Why oh why did we only have June Cleaver.................<br />
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Philip K. Eyrich · Sacramento, California<br />
I wish she were President instead. She went where even Obama has not gone.<br />
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Mark Schneider · Providence, Rhode Island<br />
She is the <strong>Secretary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>State</strong> speaking at an <strong>of</strong>ficial event. She went exactly where Obama<br />
wanted unless we hear that he is distancing himself from her speech.<br />
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Megan Good · The College <strong>of</strong> William and Mary<br />
This speech is huge. Thank you, <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong> and the Obama administration. Now let's get to work<br />
making this a reality here at home, not just for the LGBTQ community, but all people still treated<br />
unjustly in the U.S.<br />
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Rosie Nealon · Harrisonburg, Virginia<br />
....what<br />
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Rosie Nealon · Harrisonburg, Virginia<br />
Oh, it's gone. Never mind. There was someone spewing gibberish before, but it seems to<br />
have been deleted.<br />
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Christopher Pepitone<br />
This is an incredible moment for families all over the world. Click 'Like' to celebrate this giant leap for<br />
global human rights.<br />
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Michael Vacirca · Systems Integration Project Lead at Lockheed Martin<br />
This is an awesome speech indeed; however, let's lead the world with ACTION!<br />
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Joy McPherson Underwood · Crystal Springs, Mississippi<br />
I agree. Though she gave an eloquent speech, and I love everything she said, her words will<br />
be <strong>of</strong> no use unless they are followed up with something actually being done.<br />
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Johnnie Curran<br />
I love how she stresses it's a human rights thing and not just an LGBT issue. !<br />
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Ernie Lijoi ·<br />
Top Commenter · Dedham High School<br />
This is a truly astounding speech. Thank you <strong>Hillary</strong>.<br />
p.s. I voted for you in the primary :)<br />
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Ernie Lijoi ·<br />
Top Commenter · Dedham High School<br />
She should give this speech in front <strong>of</strong> congress. It is so beautifully crafted it can only make<br />
people embarrassed by their bigotry. It made me embarrassed by my own.<br />
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David J Palmisano · Ridgefield, Connecticut<br />
Monumental.<br />
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Pamela Enders · Temple University<br />
I agree it is a significant speech. Bravo for the Obama administration and thanks to <strong>Hillary</strong><br />
for communicating it so beautifully.<br />
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Alex Maximus Ferbeyre · Online Music Editor at Arketipo 187<br />
Thank you <strong>Secretary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>.<br />
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Alex Maximus Ferbeyre · Online Music Editor at Arketipo 187<br />
This is such a powerful speech. I am Proud <strong>of</strong> her! OUR HERO!<br />
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Dahlia Canes · Paralegal at Gregory A. Moore, P.A. · 188 subscribers<br />
Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />
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Ronnie End Doma Kroell · Harper College<br />
<strong>Hillary</strong> is truly a leader that I admire - this could not have been said better! So articulate, pr<strong>of</strong>essional,<br />
and inspiring. I'm proud to have worked on her campaign in 2008 and will do so again in 2016. Besides,<br />
I want to see Bill become "First Gentlemen".<br />
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Raj Equality Veggivore · Temple<br />
I will be able to vote for first time in 2016. If she runs I will also campaign for her<br />
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Livonia Speaks · Founder & CEO at Sassy, Inc.<br />
A-greed!! The ultimate "What if" for America<br />
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Alan Batterman · Pace University, Pleasantville, NY<br />
Can't anybody do simple mathematics 2016-1946 = 70. She will be too old to run. Biden<br />
and Pelosi are also too old (74 and 76). A new leader <strong>of</strong> the Democratic Party will have to<br />
emerge.<br />
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Jeff Johnston · Box Hill High School<br />
Go Hilary, fantastic speech.<br />
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Shernik Zee · Training Supervisor at RCS Empowers<br />
Just WOW! To have someone <strong>of</strong> <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>'s caliber come before the Leaders <strong>of</strong> Nations and support<br />
not only me and my wife but all the LGBT people <strong>of</strong> the world is just astounding to me. We could NOT<br />
have asked for a better woman to support our community. So proud to be an American when we have<br />
people like <strong>Hillary</strong> speaking on our behalf!<br />
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Penny Adams · Kitty Hawk, North Carolina<br />
Finally, progress comes from being willing to walk a mile in someone else’s shoes. We need to ask<br />
ourselves, “How would it feel if it were a crime to love the person I love How would it feel to be<br />
discriminated against for something about myself that I cannot change” This challenge applies to all <strong>of</strong><br />
us as we reflect upon deeply held beliefs, as we work to embrace tolerance and respect for the dignity <strong>of</strong><br />
all persons, and as we engage humbly with those with whom we disagree in the hope <strong>of</strong> creating greater<br />
understanding.<br />
(from <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>, powerful words and I wish everyone would take a few minutes to read and/or<br />
listen.)<br />
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Storme Travelstead<br />
HOORAY, <strong>Hillary</strong>! It is so incredibly refreshing to have a politician directly and clearly address such an<br />
important and sensitive issue. Thank you.<br />
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Paul Marcarelli · Guilford, Connecticut<br />
just wow...<br />
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Buddy Brown<br />
I LOVE THIS LADY... Have met Her 3 times, and worked vigorously on Her Presidential campaign too...<br />
SHE would be OUR current Prez, if the DNC had not penalized both Florida and Michigan in 2008 for<br />
moving their primaries up and disqualified both <strong>State</strong>'s Delegates in said primaries, as SHE<br />
overwhelming won in both those states... With the re-shuffling <strong>of</strong> Obama's Cabinet for HIS re-election<br />
bid, I am hopeful that WE shall see an Obama-HILLARY ticket in 2012!<br />
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Francisco Cervi Larrambebere · New York, New York<br />
I wish it was exactly THE OTHER WAY AROUND.;)<br />
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Buddy Brown<br />
SO do I Francisco, so do I...<br />
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Ali Vassigh<br />
I LOVE HER.<br />
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Christopher Borg · University <strong>of</strong> Utah<br />
Reading this speech makes me feel proud to be an American again. I love this country. I love that we<br />
have <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong> representing us to the world.<br />
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Heidi Adair · University <strong>of</strong> Utah<br />
Didn't think I'd like her for much, but this is pretty good. Thanks for sharing!<br />
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Christopher Diercksen · Albright<br />
Ditto (hi borg)<br />
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Pastor Paul Graetz · Senior Pastor at First Metropolitan Community Church<br />
Thank you. This is an incredible moment for the world.<br />
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Spencer Douglas · Works at Warner Bros. Entertainment<br />
do not underestimate the <strong>Hillary</strong>! This is really amazing...<br />
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Benjamin Meents · Principal, Creative Director and Idea Architect. at Wabi marketing<br />
Thank you, <strong>Hillary</strong>, for exhibiting the kind <strong>of</strong> leadership we expect from our national politicians. Today, I<br />
am so proud to be an American and to have you in our service lending your voice for everyone around<br />
the world to hear... This is truly groundbreaking and so many people around the world will remember<br />
you for your words on this day.<br />
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Ronnie Bruno<br />
<strong>Hillary</strong> is a great speaker and a great leader. Will go down in history as one <strong>of</strong> the most important<br />
speeches <strong>of</strong> our time.<br />
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Ana Patricia Trujillo · Direct Support Pr<strong>of</strong>essional at People's Care<br />
Speechless ! Hilary, I really want you to be the first female President <strong>of</strong> the United <strong>State</strong>s. :(<br />
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8 · Like · Tuesday at 7:42pm<br />
Bryce Smith<br />
HILARY FOR PRESIDENT OF THE WORLD!<br />
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Brad Rubenstein<br />
Actually, _this_ is what American Exceptionalism looks like (pace Gingrich).<br />
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Pam Welch · Perth, Western Australia<br />
Bryce she can be your president :)<br />
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Bryce Smith<br />
Pam Welch Of course, this would be a voting process to handle this and you are welcome to<br />
vote for your own personal choice in candidates. I'm just starting the campaign for <strong>Hillary</strong><br />
right now. Cheers! ;o)<br />
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Jane Comfort<br />
"To be on the right side <strong>of</strong> history." What a noble path to follow, and how violent it has been throughout<br />
history.<br />
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Jason Hicks · Atlanta, Georgia<br />
I still think she would have been an amazing president. Very powerful speech.<br />
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Courtney Vashro · Works at Self emplyed massage therapist and marine mammalogist<br />
EVERY ONE should take the time to watch this speech on HUMAN rights!<br />
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Judith D. Wilcox · Teachers College, Columbia University<br />
Oh, dear <strong>Hillary</strong>...there are no words to express how much I love and respect you and your consistent<br />
efforts both here in the US and around the world to advocate for those who are oppressed. Your<br />
understanding and articulation <strong>of</strong> the issues is clear, powerful and moving. Your courage in facing the<br />
issues is and has been a beacon <strong>of</strong> light in a world that needs your leadership. Thank you.<br />
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Francisco Cervi Larrambebere · New York, New York<br />
After this AMAZING Speech our SO-CALLED "YES WE CAN" president released a Press Comm. where he<br />
requested, encouraged the representatives <strong>of</strong> the U.S. to PROMOTE AND PROTECT the rights <strong>of</strong> the LGBT<br />
groups in the world...<br />
Correct me if I am wrong but... Isn't HE OUR PRESIDENT WHAT about OUR RIGHTS here in OUR<br />
COUNTRY What about to PROMOTE AND PROTECT the rights <strong>of</strong> the people that VOTED (and having no<br />
other choice will vote for him again next year) FOR HIM almost 4 years a go<br />
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Protect and Promote the rights <strong>of</strong> the group <strong>of</strong> people that WE do not even think about!<br />
I am SO sad that my first time voting in this country that I DEEPLY LOVE (because I just became a citizen)<br />
it is going to be with the deep feeling <strong>of</strong> being just VOTING for the LESS WORST instead <strong>of</strong> voting for<br />
somebody with GUTS like Mrs. <strong>Clinton</strong>.<br />
Countries from what WE CALL the 3rd world not only promotes, protects but also RECOGNIZE the rights<br />
<strong>of</strong> LGBT... On this I wish the U.S. to be part <strong>of</strong> that 3rd World.<br />
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Ernie Lijoi ·<br />
Top Commenter · Dedham High School<br />
while we still have work to do here, there are people being murdered by their governments in<br />
other countries. Taking a stance against that was an immediate need, not something to wait<br />
around for until we were perfectly settled.<br />
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Francisco Cervi Larrambebere · New York, New York<br />
Ernie Lijoi Believe you me, I totally understand and agree with you. I am originally from<br />
Argentina where Equal Marriage law was passed not so long a go (you know Argentina one <strong>of</strong><br />
those SOUTH OF THE BORDER 3rd WORLD COMMUNIST COUNTRIES...)and I fought for that<br />
even living here in the US.<br />
I DID NOT MEAN: WHO CARES ABOUT THE REST when we have a problem here I meat: WHAT<br />
ABOUT DROPPING THE DOUBLE STANDARD Remember (as <strong>Hillary</strong> did from the get go on her<br />
speech) the same problem is happening here.<br />
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Benno Walle · President/Owner at Benno <strong>of</strong> Germany Hair Salon<br />
Francisco, you are young and impatient and there is nothing wrong with that but you have to<br />
look at everything this President and his Administration has achieved for the LGBT in such a<br />
short time. He has promised and acted upon. I do think that Mrs. <strong>Clinton</strong> should give the<br />
same speech in front <strong>of</strong> Congress and the Senate and that it should be covered live on TV,<br />
but that will most likely not happen. I have lived in this country since 1973 and I have seen<br />
things concerning the LGBT community change very slowly for most <strong>of</strong> those years but really<br />
speed up during the last three years. Give it a little more time, we are moving in the right<br />
direction. Support Mr. Obama and vote for him again, he is our hope and our best candidate<br />
for positive change.<br />
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Janel Clement<br />
Wow, wow, and wow. Thank you, Madam <strong>Secretary</strong>. "...caring for others is an expression <strong>of</strong> what it<br />
means to be fully human. It is because the human experience is universal that human rights are<br />
universal..."<br />
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Jon Ma · United <strong>State</strong>s Air Force Academy<br />
"Let us be on the right side <strong>of</strong> history, for our people, our nations, and future generations, whose lives<br />
will be shaped by the work we do today."<br />
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Esteban Castellanos<br />
amen<br />
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Nicholas Gustafson · Diablo Valley College<br />
THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH HILARY CLINTON!<br />
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Thure Gustafson<br />
How I wish she were president. Maybe she will be some day.<br />
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Ric Denton<br />
I cannot stop crying. Thank you.<br />
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Michal Henryk Pozdal<br />
I am really moved xxx.<br />
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Marc Demon Tonti · London, United Kingdom<br />
hilary rocks!<br />
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Montgomery Frazier · Manhattan, New York · 182 subscribers<br />
WOW Equal rights for all humans.....what a concept! What a fundamental humanistic concept that should<br />
have been enforced so many years ago in our so-called "civilized" societies! But sometimes the simplest<br />
concepts are the hardest to grasp or acknowledge, or are the most threatening to those who would take<br />
them away! Yes, this speech should be remembered for its simplistic acknowedgement <strong>of</strong> the<br />
fundamental principle <strong>of</strong> equal rights and humaneness for all humanity!<br />
Montgomery Frazier "The Image Guru".<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 4:49pm<br />
Max Che<br />
And now lets just bomb some 3rd world country, yeah<br />
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Montgomery Frazier · Manhattan, New York · 182 subscribers<br />
Max Che With all due respect.......one issue has NOTHING TO DO WITH THE OTHER! Although<br />
I get your point behind the hypocrisy! Montgomery Frazier "The Image Guru"<br />
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Brendan Patrick Busse · Men's team at Ignatian Spirituality Project<br />
Thank you, <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>...for one <strong>of</strong> the more thoughtful public commentaries <strong>of</strong> late inviting a<br />
widening circle <strong>of</strong> human kinship...instead <strong>of</strong> a narrowing vision <strong>of</strong> ideology and hate!<br />
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Damian G. Torres-Botello · Chicago, Illinois<br />
Indeed!!<br />
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Daniel Thomas Pryor · Fort Lauderdale, Florida<br />
This is unquestionably one <strong>of</strong> the most powerful statements about equal rights for LGBT's I have ever<br />
heard, and I am certainly very proud that it comes from Mrs. <strong>Clinton</strong>. It seems the women <strong>of</strong> our planet<br />
tend to lead the way on these issues. I remember Commissioner Sue Gunzberger taking this kind <strong>of</strong><br />
stand in 1995.<br />
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Scott Montgomery · Prev Education Coord/Housing Coord/Insurance Coord at Colorado Health Network,<br />
Inc.<br />
It's too bad the U.S. lost its credibility in the United Nations during the last administration.<br />
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Donald W. Potter · Volunteer Prison Ministry Co-ordinator at Sunshine Cathedral MCC<br />
I agree Ken this is wonderful. Obama chose the prfect <strong>Secretary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>State</strong>.<br />
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Naeem Ordóñez · University <strong>of</strong> Toronto<br />
Thank you <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Rodham</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>. Pretty historic...<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 8:41pm<br />
Naeem Ordóñez · University <strong>of</strong> Toronto<br />
This is a remarkable and powerful speech...I am still in awe.<br />
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Fabio Santos · Baruch College<br />
What a wonderful speech! She sure is in the right side <strong>of</strong> history.<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 4:53pm<br />
Annette Mahoney<br />
Amen.<br />
Great speech. Please watch or read.<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 4:06pm<br />
Tim Bushatz · Catawba Valley Community College<br />
This is an amazing and inspiring speech.<br />
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This is an amazing and inspiring speech.<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 4:53pm<br />
Pamela Reeves · Pacifica Graduate Institute<br />
Wow! Speak Ms.<strong>Clinton</strong>! Love it...<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 5:18pm<br />
Althea Baranda Clark<br />
In tears watching it but sooo proud and honored to have her speak about these issues at the<br />
UN conference. Amazing speech!!!<br />
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1 · Like · Tuesday at 7:55pm<br />
Brad A. Meryhew · Partner at Rhodes & Meryhew, LLP<br />
Thank you Hilary. Thank you.<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 6:55pm<br />
Thomas Alfred Bradley<br />
30 minutes <strong>of</strong> absolute truth.<br />
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Julie Semple · Personal training manager at Club H Fitness<br />
Brilliant! Hilary !<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 8:45pm<br />
Kyle Chapman · Portland, Oregon<br />
This was a fantastic speech!<br />
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Wendy Koranda · Midland High School<br />
awesome speech!<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 9:05pm<br />
Ken Keechl · Fort Lauderdale, Florida<br />
Wow. I love my country!<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 4:33pm<br />
Bob Knotts<br />
Absolutely courageous, important and extraordinary speech! Bravo to <strong>Hillary</strong>, and to the<br />
Obama administration! This is a piece <strong>of</strong> history worth watching. We'll be posting this on the<br />
Humanity Project FB page -- and on our website. Wow!<br />
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Max Che<br />
Bob Knotts Now this stupid bitch with her wall-street bastard friends are going to bomb<br />
every country and every woman and every fucking fag in those countries in a name <strong>of</strong><br />
abstract fucking bullshit named "Universal Declaration <strong>of</strong> Human Rights". Hate your stupid<br />
government and I hope a lot <strong>of</strong> conservatives and just thinking people will go to the streets<br />
and skin their asses.<br />
Just another desperate attempt to keep your attention out <strong>of</strong> financial crisis, unemployment,<br />
war in other countries(just for you to have cheap gas), upcoming energy crisis and so on and<br />
so on. Gays always were just a media rattle-boxes for your government and always will be.<br />
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Michael Kraemer · Black River Falls, Wisconsin · 414 subscribers<br />
AMAZING! WOW! !<br />
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Jackie Weiss · Minnesota <strong>State</strong> University, Mankato<br />
Wonderful<br />
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Chad David Everett · Ashford University<br />
I am thankful that this speech was able to take place, and I am grateful for those who were involved in<br />
making it happen, as <strong>Hillary</strong> stated there are still things the U.S. needs to work on, and I believe that<br />
part <strong>of</strong> that work needs to come from us. We as a LGBT need to come together as one, NOT FOR THE<br />
SAKE OF LOOKING CUTE A THE PRIDE PARADE", but for a stance in our rights as human beings. Because<br />
lets face it as michael jackson song say's " I'm starting with the man in the mirror" we too need to look<br />
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lets face it as michael jackson song say's " I'm starting with the man in the mirror" we too need to look<br />
in the mirror and stop being so catty and join this ban wagon so it does not fizzle out as some <strong>of</strong> you<br />
posted. I am one <strong>of</strong> the lucky ones that my family accepted me and all <strong>of</strong> me, though I have known those<br />
who have not been so lucky, I pledge with my whole heart to love you all no matter what race color ect.<br />
because in the end it does not matter......I really wish she was our pres...<br />
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Cherie Springer · Skagit Valley College<br />
An incredible speech..."Universal Declaration <strong>of</strong> Human Rights... proclaims a simple, powerful idea: All<br />
human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. And with the declaration, it was made clear<br />
that rights are not conferred by government; they are the birthright <strong>of</strong> all people. It does not matter<br />
what country we live in, who our leaders are, or even who we are. Because we are human, we therefore<br />
have rights. And because we have rights, governments are bound to protect them."<br />
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4 · Like · Tuesday at 4:04pm<br />
Tommy Crowe<br />
Wow....what a wonderful way to end the workday! Such a powerful response from <strong>Secretary</strong> <strong>Hillary</strong><br />
<strong>Clinton</strong> and the Obama Administration regarding the Human Rights <strong>of</strong> LGBT people worldwide. I wish my<br />
Dad could take 30 minutes and watch this undisturbed...<br />
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Meredith Douglas · Works at Self Employed and Loving It!<br />
This is a very important speech! <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong> is an incredible communicator, now every country must<br />
support and never tolerate any action taken against the equal human rights <strong>of</strong> others!<br />
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4 · Like · Tuesday at 9:23pm<br />
Mike Gaudreau ·<br />
Top Commenter<br />
Seriously never thought I'd live to see the day this would be addressed to the United Nations. I'm<br />
overwhelmed - and that doesn't happen <strong>of</strong>ten anymore...<br />
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4 · Like · Tuesday at 7:52pm<br />
Fred Salamey · DePaul<br />
Watching now. Thanks for sharing.<br />
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Chris Taylor · Flight attendant at US Airways Group<br />
THANK YOU, <strong>Secretary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>! Sadly, those that should watch this will simply ignore it. That's<br />
ok, I've given up on those people.<br />
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4 · Like · Tuesday at 3:52pm<br />
Kristi Weza Folk · Liberty Lake, Washington<br />
Amazing speech <strong>Hillary</strong>! Very intelligent and eloquently said!<br />
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4 · Like · Tuesday at 4:02pm<br />
James Farrer · Suginami-ku, Tokyo, Japan<br />
Brilliant! Way to go (forward) <strong>Hillary</strong>!<br />
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4 · Like · Tuesday at 4:42pm<br />
SirTerrence Hummel<br />
Wow. That's all I can say.<br />
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Robert Goldberg · Owner at Goldberg Productions<br />
Ya know, if only people would stop believing other people who say they know" what God<br />
says", a lot <strong>of</strong> this would just go away. Easy answers suck, especially someone else's. Joseph<br />
Campbell says that you go on your own journey <strong>of</strong> discovery where there is no path. If there<br />
is a path, you're on someone else's journey.<br />
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1 · Like · Tuesday at 8:04pm<br />
Bill Crouch<br />
Finally. Some real leadership. I'm shocked. Sodomy Laws were finally overturned in 2003, and Mrs.<br />
<strong>Clinton</strong> is referring to that. I am impressed with her inclusion <strong>of</strong> the rights <strong>of</strong> the transgendered<br />
community in her lecture. Now the real work can begin. Lobbying for every nation to commit energy to<br />
acknowledging rights for under represented communities. A big task. Now the real work can begin.<br />
Frankly, it's about time.<br />
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3 · Like · Wednesday at 7:30am<br />
Cheryl Moran<br />
Go Ms <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>.I have always been a fan. Actually met her when she was a Senator.So well said.<br />
AMAZING courage and compassion.BRAVO there is hope!<br />
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AMAZING courage and compassion.BRAVO there is hope!<br />
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Sonia Alcover · Everest University (former Tampa College) 1 yr<br />
Thank you Hilary. What an awesome deep heartfelt speech with no sugar coating. You have put into<br />
words what only half <strong>of</strong> us have thought <strong>of</strong> on behalf <strong>of</strong> the rights <strong>of</strong> our LGBT community but you have<br />
eloquently and sternly tackled the issue head on. I would have voted for you for president before, now<br />
without a doubt. You make politicians look good and that is unheard <strong>of</strong>...........<br />
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Juan García · Life University<br />
remarkable, right.<br />
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Mickey J. Hart · Director, LGBT Center at Ohio University<br />
THANK YOU <strong>Secretary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Rodham</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>! This all so needed to be said to a worldwide<br />
audience! A true leader speaks the truth most especially when it may be unpopular. "We need to ask<br />
ourselves, 'How would it feel if it were a crime to love the person I love How would it feel to be<br />
discriminated against for something about myself that I cannot change'”.<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 6:54pm<br />
Ian Israel · James Island High School<br />
I have tears in my eyes watching this, not because it's bad or anything like that..On the contrary, this is<br />
an amazing speech..It's just that someone needed to say these things, and I am glad <strong>Hillary</strong> is the one<br />
who did..Like Cynthia Keene said, watch this with your family...It's that important.<br />
Peace_One Love.<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 6:42pm<br />
Herb McCoy<br />
This is more than worth listening too and took my breath away. Way to go Mrs. <strong>Rodham</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>- my<br />
total respect for that one. I'm sure many eyes, hearts and souls have been touched because <strong>of</strong> this so<br />
needed speech.<br />
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3 · Like · Wednesday at 3:39am<br />
Nate Crosby · Florida Southern College<br />
I love her and I am so glad that someone as influential <strong>Hillary</strong> has brought task before the UN. I am so<br />
happy to be living now and seeing the changes that the world is going threw. It makes me hopeful that<br />
one day there is no difference in how someone is treated based on who they are and who they love.<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 4:18pm<br />
Jo Pavlov<br />
Holy crap. <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong> just blew my mind.<br />
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3 · Like · Yesterday at 10:02am<br />
Leanne Kemmler Palmerston · Birth Doula at Hamilton Doula Group<br />
Made me cry.<br />
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Rich Gelder · Dundas, Ontario<br />
I watched the whole thing earlier today. Best I've ever seen <strong>Hillary</strong> (whom I've never really<br />
liked). I am debating showing the whole thing to my law class tomorrow.<br />
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Angus MacLean Rennie · Toronto, Ontario<br />
I read this in joyous disbelief!<br />
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3 · Like · Yesterday at 6:40am<br />
Stacia Ohira · Mental Health Case Manager at Life Foundation Hawaii<br />
unbelievable... I applaud you from the deepest part <strong>of</strong> my heart... MAHALO NUI <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>.<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 9:50pm<br />
Chaelyne Nakila · Life University<br />
a great speech by a wonderful women she should run again for president we had black now i<br />
think it's a women's time<br />
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2 · Like · Tuesday at 9:55pm<br />
Philip Lowe<br />
Again, one <strong>of</strong> the many reasons she should have been president.<br />
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Again, one <strong>of</strong> the many reasons she should have been president.<br />
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3 · Like · Wednesday at 8:46am<br />
Denese Schellink · Unity School for Ministerial and Religious Studies<br />
Well Said <strong>Hillary</strong>. Thank you for your wisdom, and incredible courage and clarity.<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 10:01pm<br />
Michael Harris · University <strong>of</strong> the Arts<br />
AMAZING.SIMPLY AMAZING!<br />
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3 · Like · Wednesday at 11:09am<br />
Cenk Bülbül<br />
for friends, frenemies, neighbors, turks and americans and all....<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 7:09pm<br />
Bahar Leventoglu · Duke<br />
I just read yesterday that she was still against gay marriage. Is she not I have not read the<br />
transcript <strong>of</strong> her speech yet.<br />
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1 · Like · Tuesday at 8:19pm<br />
Marcella Felde · Waring School<br />
Brilliantly standing up for humanity. Thank you <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong>.<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 7:12pm<br />
Soren S. H. Bech · Managing Partner at H. Bech & Co, LLC<br />
I wish <strong>Hillary</strong> would run for President in 2012!<br />
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3 · Like · Wednesday at 10:31am<br />
Megan Bygness · Sales Associate at Younkers<br />
I wish she had been nominated in 2008!<br />
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2 · Like · Wednesday at 10:49am<br />
James Curich · Public Relations Director at William Grant & Sons<br />
She should have been!<br />
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4 · Like · Wednesday at 11:42am<br />
Mitchell Jiroutek · Iowa City, Iowa<br />
I read that <strong>Hillary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong> has literally walked, in heels mind you, the equivalence <strong>of</strong> TWICE...<br />
around the entire planet,....this year alone.<br />
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1 · Like · Wednesday at 3:47pm<br />
Melissa Wales · Ohio<br />
Thank you, Sec. <strong>Clinton</strong>! You are an awesome ally to LGBT ally folk!<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 7:04pm<br />
Charlize Toratani · Hawaii<br />
aptly named...the speech you've been waiting for.<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 4:08pm<br />
Jonny Mack · Jersey City, New Jersey · 337 subscribers<br />
WOW. Intelligent, clear and forceful. Go Hil!<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 4:34pm<br />
Jose Nanin<br />
very moving!!<br />
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CeeMour Cox · Drag Hostess at La Sierra Bar & Restaurant<br />
YOU GO BOO! I KNEW I LOVED YOU Before BUT I EVEN LOVE YOU MORE!<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 6:27pm<br />
Debra Dunkle · Cleveland, Ohio<br />
Thank-you, Madame <strong>Secretary</strong>.<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 4:20pm<br />
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Frida Lay · Chicago, Illinois<br />
This is a very moving video and it gives me hope...<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 5:40pm<br />
Christine Robbins · Hoschton, Georgia<br />
Brava, Mrs. <strong>Clinton</strong>!<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 5:08pm<br />
Zachary Erwin · Austin, Texas<br />
A great speech.<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 9:24pm<br />
Jordi Quesada · Los Angeles, California<br />
She is amazing!<br />
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Karine Darioli · Ste Jeanne Antide<br />
Yeeaahh !!!!! <strong>Clinton</strong> to Geneva, do you like this Town Jordi !!! N'est ce pas !!!!!<br />
Hihihihi. Have good Day, bisous.<br />
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Juan Agustin Casás · St. Scholastica<br />
I am grateful for her being part <strong>of</strong> Obama's staff. She is an articulate, well-read, thoughtful and smart<br />
politician. I have watched this video and I couldn't help but shed a tear <strong>of</strong> joy. I live in the U.S and I can<br />
attest that millions <strong>of</strong> Americans would like to see their fellow LGBT Americans have "the right to life,<br />
liberty and the pursuit <strong>of</strong> happiness." Those that don't support LGBT rights clearly should watch this<br />
video. If anything this video would hopefully make them think about the irrationality that it is to use<br />
religion, or culture as a weapon against others. As Ms. <strong>Clinton</strong> has so eloquently expressed, deepening<br />
your thoughts requires an honest and open look at the issue; with an open mind as well.<br />
Politics <strong>of</strong> hatred and ignorance has taken the world to massive two world wars (40 million killed total)<br />
the biggest and most shameful Holocaust in recorded 20th century history, the threat <strong>of</strong> nuclear war<br />
and a rise on poverty and inequality. The politics <strong>of</strong> hatred have proven to be very wrong and even<br />
catastrophic for millions <strong>of</strong> us, Human beings. May the words <strong>of</strong> <strong>Secretary</strong> <strong>Clinton</strong> open up the dialogue<br />
for a civilized, fact-based discussion.<br />
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Eric Banford<br />
Great speech for Hilary <strong>Clinton</strong>!<br />
"As it has happened so many times before, opinion will converge once again with the truth, the<br />
immutable truth, that all persons are created free and equal in dignity and rights. We are called once<br />
more to make real the words <strong>of</strong> the Universal Declaration. Let us answer that call. Let us be on the right<br />
side <strong>of</strong> history, for our people, our nations, and future generations, whose lives will be shaped by the<br />
work we do today. I come before you with great hope and confidence that no matter how long the road<br />
ahead, we will travel it successfully together. Thank you very much."<br />
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2 · Like · Yesterday at 7:42am<br />
Michelle Graham<br />
I don't believe a word the occult-loving globalist bitch has to say! there are alterior motives behind this<br />
charade, and that is to get the votes <strong>of</strong> gays and lesbians behind their totalitarian agenda. Don't fall for<br />
it boys and girls because we (gays. lesbians and transsexuals) would be first in the gas chambers if they<br />
had half the chance. It's all hollow rhetoric, avoid this nasty bitch and her cue-cards like the plague.<br />
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2 · Like · 19 hours ago<br />
Daniel Stepanic<br />
Brava, Mrs. <strong>Clinton</strong>! Brava! So polished, so articulate. While laying it out there is one thing, getting<br />
people to listen, think, and act is another...<br />
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2 · Like · Wednesday at 7:20am<br />
Jeremiah Edwards · Southern Illinois University Carbondale<br />
Wow! Very impressive <strong>Hillary</strong>. Imagine if she would have been President. Thanks to you, and the Obama<br />
Administation for standing up for all our rights.<br />
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2 · Like · Tuesday at 8:40pm<br />
Robert Yuanrui Zhao · 21 years old<br />
Small steps and efforts can make a difference, with such a firm stand <strong>of</strong> something<br />
controversial yet significant, it will make the history<br />
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Jeri Liggett · Cameron University, Lawton, OK<br />
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Jeri Liggett · Cameron University, Lawton, OK<br />
I am so proud <strong>of</strong> this woman. These topics pertain to all <strong>of</strong> us forever. We all look down the maw <strong>of</strong><br />
prejudice at one point or the other. <strong>Hillary</strong> gives great hope to our future together.<br />
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2 · Like · Tuesday at 4:56pm<br />
Erik Englund · New York, New York<br />
<strong>Hillary</strong>, You make me proud <strong>of</strong> being a VISA holder <strong>of</strong> your country, to live in your country. You make me<br />
proud <strong>of</strong> being gay. You make me proud <strong>of</strong> being young and to be part <strong>of</strong> a new world where prejudice<br />
and ignorance step by step grows into acceptance and justice. You make me proud <strong>of</strong> being myself. This<br />
speech is more amazing then words can tell, and i hope more people take their time to listen, learn,<br />
enjoy, embrace and live with this speech inside their heart. We need to live united and love eachother.<br />
Thats what we all want - To live and love!<br />
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Sebastian Schumacher<br />
HILLARY 2016<br />
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Andy Scheer · Program Coordinator at Westside Community Services<br />
Thank you Hero <strong>Hillary</strong>.<br />
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5 · Like · Tuesday at 9:12pm<br />
Nelson Reyes Litardo · Colegio Hermano Miguel La Salle<br />
Nice...so excited!!<br />
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3 · Like · Tuesday at 4:04pm<br />
Guy Thomas<br />
"Gay rights are human rights, and human rights are gay rights."<br />
Proud to be gay & to share the Right Side <strong>of</strong> History,<br />
which we can help stgep by step, beside ourselves<br />
With Love & Conscience.<br />
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