On Voting as Discrimination

Tom Hanks came out recently and called supporters of Proposition 8 in California, banning gay marriage, "un-American." His comments were directed mostly to Mormons. In what I found to be a perfect response, Bill MeKeever said:

Personally, I find it un-American to tell people that they shouldn’t vote their conscience. Hanks said he doesn’t 'like to see any discrimination codified on any piece of paper.' Considering that just about every law discriminates in some form or another, makes this comment ridiculous. Hanks’ comment shows that he very much believes in discriminating against people with whom he disagrees. I may not agree with Mormon theology, but I certainly defend their right to express their opinion.

MeKeever is a representative for the Mormonism Research Ministry.