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Article ToolsAlthough the US constitution says that all citizens are equal regardless of age,sex, religion or political belief, homosexuals or gay people are not treated equally. This may be because of religious beliefs or social pressure.In light of this, if someone comes up to me asks "Is America Ready for a Gay President", I would have to say, with sadness, NO.
Why? America is not ready for a gay president because the society still has deep seated bias against gay people.It may not be intentional in some cases but because of years and years of prejudice the discrimination and negative attitude is still there.Some people justify the discrimination on basis of their religious belief.
Looking at the future, I can say that America will eventually be ready for a gay president.It could take 20-30 years and after America gets a woman, African American and a president from religious minority.
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