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News from last night's debate

Update! Some news and whatnot has come out this morning in regards to last night's debate:
KSL.com: University hosts heated debate over gay rights
The University of Utah hosted a spirited debate Thursday night between Equality Utah and the Sutherland Institute. The two groups have very differing opinions on the issue at hand: gay rights and the Common Ground Initiative.
Deseret News: Groups debate Common Ground
he debate between the Sutherland Institute and Equality Utah, two of the biggest players in the battle over gay rights in Utah, was scheduled and the topic selected weeks before the event took place Thursday night. The question: Should the Utah Legislature pass the Common Ground Initiative?
Salt Lake Tribune: Gay-rights advocates, foes face off
Gay-rights bills have been snuffed out for the 2009 legislative session, but the discussion burns on.
dav.d photography: Equality Utah vs. Sutherland Institute Debate
Her! In red! What in the heck was her name? Sheri something....? This is going to bother me. Help.

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  1. NeekrsFebruary 20, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    let me just say that i truly admire your updates on these issues and your dedication to be well informed, and thus inform others. I dream for the day when my obligations of stupid school and work are freed up and I too can divulge on the happenings around me.

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  2. DexFebruary 20, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    Neekrs: I admire you, too. Your school and obligations aren't stupid! Just you wait and watch!

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