Brad Pitt donates $100,000 to fight gay marriage ban

Brad Pitt, who once said he won't get married until the right extends to everyone, has donated $100,000 to help fight Prop 8. Our own Tina Daunt has the story:

Brad Pitt announced Wednesday that he's donating $100,000 to fight California's Proposition 8, a November ballot initiative that would eliminate same-sex couples' right to marry.

"Because no one has the right to deny another their life, even though they disagree with it, because everyone has the right to live the life they so desire if it doesn't harm another and because discrimination has no place in America, my vote will be for equality and against Proposition 8," the actor said in a statement.

Pitt's donation marks the largest thus far to the anti-Prop. 8 campaign by an A-list celebrity.

The financial fight over Prop. 8 has been fierce, with gay marriage supporters taking an early fundraising lead. But last month, a $1-million contribution by the Knights of Columbus, followed by infusions of cash from other gay marriage opponents, tipped the balance in favor of those who believe only a man and a woman should be able to marry.

Our own Maloy Moore follows the money in a pair of databases she helped create, which she updates daily. As of today, Prop. 8 opponents have raised $11,119,614.56, while the Prop 8 supporters side has amassed $16,647,476.77. (Pitt's contribution hasn't made it's way to the official tally yet, so add $100,000 to the no side of the equation.)

You can look at total contributions within the state, broken down by county, or you can search the nationwide database (use abbreviations for the states) for an illuminating look at money flowing to both sides of the issue.

So is Brad being altruistic and, at the same time, hoping to hurry along a wedding of his own?

-- Veronique de Turenne

Photo: EPA

Comments

[Dave Atkins]

Aristotle said, "Altruism is enlightened self-interest." (Although he said it in Greek.)

So, it doesn't matter, and it gave me warm fuzzies for whatever reason he did it.

[h.w.]

Dave Atkins: Agreed!

[Diana]

What a hypocrite. Pitt has already been married!

[Gina]

Won't get married until everyone can? But, but, but.... what about his marriage to Jennifer Aniston?????

[Bob]

it would be refreshing to see a headline where a famous celebrity endorsed a Republican candidate, or endorsed the political agenda of the conservatives in America. Instead it's the same ol' people supporting the same far left ideas. Pretty sad commentary that people actually want to embrace gay marriage.

[Jim Brown]

C'mon. They are in a new relationship and to make a point, agree to not marry until all can marry. What does this have to do with either of their prior relationships? He didn't say he never got married. He is not a hypocrite. I suggest thinking things through a bit before running your mouth.

[Beverly]

Angelina has changed him. He now doesn't speak for himself but utters only what she wants him to say and does what she wants him to do. They deserve each other.

[lena]

I think Pitt is just trying to draw attention to himself.....again. It's a pointless move. He has been married before and now all of the sudden "until gay people can marry he won't". Give me a break. It's called trying to be the hero and jumping the gun at the wrong time. Get a grip!

[Joanne]

THANK U TO BRAD FOR SUPPORT EQUALITY!!!

[ToBob]

No, Bob, it's sad commentary that in the year 2008 that people like you can't mind your own damn business, along with the government by denying human beings the right to love whomever they choose!

It's NOT your business
It's NOT the government's business
It is unconstitutional just as it was to ban interacial marriage
WE are taxypayers and citizens of this country
We should not be OVERTLY discriminated against because of our sexual orientation.

You, on the other hand, choose to align with that thinking. Let us be and take part in our great country with a union of monogamy!

[Mike H]

I think America needs to fall to their knees and beg God to forgive us for turning this blessed nation into the Soddom & Gommorah of the 21st century.

[Mark]

I'm just laughing at all of the religious Bible-banging, anti-gay haters. They're going to lose, and I hope they all leave California.

[AgreedToBob]

Such close-minded individuals. and i do agree "TOBOB".

Its isn't other people's business.
For those who have religion in mind. Sexual intercourse without marriage is sin, but rarely anyone goes around preaching religious verses and hate about that?.. you know why? because it ISN'T anyones business.

The idea of imposing ones religion against others goes against what america stands for. There is no empirical evidence that reveals Gay marriage ruins society.
It is just empty claims by the ignorant.

[Jay]

I can think of many more truly urgent human needs for this $100,000. But this pathetic overhyped lie of homosexual marriage is really a oxymoron ..its not even real love -its worthless lust.. Lucifer loves to lie to us all in this world, but no one is going to convince the other till there is weeping and knashing of teeth..The lie is too far entrenched now.. Brad, I'm afraid you have the disease of self grandeurization.

[Mar]

Well I'm glad that him and Angelina want to be the happy couple of party A & party B. They won't be husband & wife. I don't know why people think this prop doesn't hurt anyone. Because it does, it hurts men & women who want to raise their families who want to be married as HUSBAND & WIFE...an unacceptable change on a California marriage license.

[Patrick Barnett]

Brad... Can't you think for yourself? Or does Jolie have you under her spell.....

[talkwjohn]

Brad has inspried my wife and I to get out checkbook while we can't give $100,000.00 we can give $10,000.00 and hope this will make a difference equality for all..

[w. mccoy]

Hats off to Brad Pitt for making his contribution. Thank you Brad, I was one of the attorneys who argued the case before the supreme court and I think you for your help..

[Bill]

Tears fill my eyes as I read this heartwarming news of Mr. Pitt's contribution to the No on 8 campaign. Oddly, I was watching a DVD of "A Mighty Heart," which he produced, when I read this. His heart, I'd say, is pretty mighty. He has nothing to gain by giving to Prop 8, except a better world in which to raise his six children. My family has a lot to gain. Our two children (7 and 2), who on June 17, became "legitimate" in the eyes of the law (what a lame, last-century term that is) when my spouse and I were able to get married. They finally have the same legal protections, not to mention simple dignity, provided the children of married couples. Would that David Geffen would get off his filthy rich ass and contribute a little something.

[Georgia]

I agree with Mike H.

[Melanie]

Pitt says "Because no one has the right to deny another their life.." So, when is he going to champion the anti-abortion cause? What a hypocrite!

[Greg De Rosa]

Thank you very much Brad for your support of Human Right for all people.
I have donated what I can as I watch from abroad and celebrate my tenth anniversary with the love of my life, Michael.

Greg De Rosa
Jakarta, Indonesia

[DL]

I think America needs to fall to their knees and beg God to forgive us for turning this blessed nation into a breeding ground of hatred.

[Concerned]

All of this is sad! I must agree with the statement given sin has blinded us to the point to we can no longer distinguish righteousness from lust and desire. I don't have the right to make the decision from you, (choice) but I do have a responsibility to tell you what is right. If you choose to lay with a women or man outside of marriage is sin that's right. Marriage is a beautiful thing but is not to entered into lightly and the BIBLE gives Constitution for it. If we're really honest it's not "love" that's driving us... it's because someone said no, I call it rebellion. Will I argue on this? no because my job is give truth so that when you stand before the judgement seat of Christ, you will be without excuse. All this stuff that seems so important now will not matter then because only what you do for Christ will last.
2 Timothy 4:1-4
1In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction. 3For the time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. 4They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths. 5But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry.

[Mike]

Melanie, you want to know when Brad Pitt is going to start supporting the anti-abortion cause? He already has. Multiple times. Every time he adopted a child he supported this cause. A huge part of the liberal stance on pro-choice laws includes unwanted pregnancy prevention through education and voluntary contraception. Liberals also support child welfare, adoption funding and fair adoption laws that allow people who would be good parents, including singles and homosexuals, to adopt children to get them out of the foster care system. Liberals policies are pro-life and pro-choice. So adopt a child and help prevent unwanted pregnancies. Then you can start preaching to people like Brad Pitt.

[Reed]

If Brad Pitt really wanted to get married, he would have done it already.

If Brad Pitt really cared about his kids he would make a lifetime commitment to their mom before making and adopting babies with her.

If Brad Pitt really cared about children in society, he wouldn't give money to destroy the institution of marriage.

Time to BOYCOTT BRAD PITT MOVIES

[Natalie]

Human Beings only have the rights endowed to them by their Creator. The sad emptiness and equality sought to be filled by people with same sex attraction will not be filled no matter how many legal "gains" they achieve or how many people they sway to approve their relationships. All humans are afflicted with a fallen nature which we need God to heal. We all have temptations towards wrong doing. There are many which are legally forbidden in our society for the good of society. Traditional Marriage and Family are 'traditional' because they are rightly ordered to the Natural Law.
People who are truly of Christ and believing in His Word do not "hate" homosexuals nor seek to deny them their "rights". Indeed, it is out of love that we caution against acting on your dis-ordered desires. Every study, secular and religious, that has ever been done to look into the good of the Human Family wiht regards to same sex couples and their raising children has shown detrimental effects for those children. We have the first generation of children now coming of age and they are speaking out.
We pray for you. We stand for your good and the good of our families, our world, and the shared eternity which is our true destiny. This life will not last forever- but the next one will. It is the duty of a Christian to take a speak out with these words of caution. Your true "rights" are to know, love and serve God so that you may reside with him in eternal joy forever.

[MarkL]

okay...so here's the part that I will never understand...and I'm not making this up. People on this site have used their religion to spew their hate and narrow views on gay marriage. But, and I repeat, that I am not making this up....the only two friends that I have that have HAD abortions, are born again christians that are against gay marriage because it's a "Sin". Wow

[Mark]

To ALL who think Brat Pitt is a phony and looks for attention, don’t forget he is backing his stand with 100K!!!!

[Tasha]

Diana said "What a hypocrite. Pitt has already been married!"

Youre dumb. That is not considered a hypocrite. Brad Pitt made personal goals for himself. and if he fails at it, its his businesss.
Example: "I am going to stop smoking" and then I fail at my goal. = NOT HYPOCRITE

IF he had TOLD OTHERS to NOT MARRRY until equal rights is ensured, and then went ahead and marry (contradiction what he said), then that would make him a hypocrite.
Example: I tell others "You cant smoke" but then I go and smoke myself. = HYPOCRITE

[melissa lion]

I love what straight people have done for the institution of marriage. Divorce, lies, abuse. It's so awesome.

Oh, and let's not forget, marriage was originally a transfer of property between families (women were included as part of the property) but if everyone wants to pretend that marriage is some ancient god-approved love contract, then great. It isn't, but whatever. Let's fight about what consenting adults do instead of talking about solutions to problems like poverty, wars, disease, illiteracy, voter fraud, the banking crisis, whatever.

[Steven Koller]

I have had the pleasure of meeting Brad Pitt on two separate occasions; once in Europe(on vacation), and once in Los Angeles(for work). Regardless of his environment, it was clear that, at heart, he is the embodiment of a good guy from Springfield, Missouri. He has taken his innate kindness and adopted the attributes that his amazing life has afforded, and, with them, created a very special and unique person. He doesn't need this as 'a cause' and has taken up the torch when so many politicians in this election year wouldn't be caught dead with it. Thank you, Brad, for being open-minded and good-hearted and for making a difference in so many peoples lives.

[Emily]

$16 million that the Yes on 8 has raised... money that could be spent helping children starving to death in many poor countries. God has mercy on these souls, who prefer to preach hate instead of the true message of Jesus, Love. But i have hope in the people of California. And The Lord doesn't sleep!

[sammy]

Thank you steven koller for your personal experience of Brad Pitt.
He is doing so much good in the world. I wish some people would stop critising those who actually do make efforts to help others and start on those who do nothing at all.

[Steve]

Does anyone recall proposition 22 ? In 2000, Californians voted 60-40 against homosexual marriage. Over this summer however, the gay community went behind the backs of the Californian voters to 4 liberal judges in San Francisco who overturned what the Californian voters unanimously voted against.

I could be wrong, but I believe that Brad Pitt has been married previously. Saying that he and Angelina won't wed until all have his said equality, is interesting considering he and Angelina have adopted several children from across the globe and have not yet made any move toward marrying.

....Now the man cares about marriage???....

[Kellie]

I think we should change the definition of homosexualtiy. Or let's change the definition of the word dog.....This isn't about TAKING any rights away from anyone! There is domestic partnership or other legal ways to go about committing to your partner. We're talking about a definition that has been around for ever! We open the definition of marriage then what about any alternative life style....polygamist?????? Don't lose sight of that!

[Josh]

It's embarrassing that in 2008, this country still has a fair share of closed minded troglodytes. I would never come to your church and tell you that you must perform same sex marriages because the state tells you to, so don't come to the state and demand that you ban same sex marriage because your church tells you to.

If you really think God is going to judge someone for who they love (hint: he won't), you can believe that. Let's leave the judging up to him though, ok? He's perfect, you're not, so let him do the judging and worry about your own sins.

[Adam]

Good for brad, though i wonder why it's not from him and Angelina, usually when they donate, like the 2 million they just gave to Ethiopia, it's together. It's just sad that all the money between the 2 sides has to be wasted, if there weren't close minded people when gay marriage became legal in Calif. there would be no prop 8, and all this money from both sides could have gone to various charities, or be invested into something, etc

[kresten]

I think Brad Pitt needs to know what marriage really is all about. It is between a man and a woman, and his sacred promise/marriage to JENNIFER ANISTON.

[Henry LH]

Thank you Brad Pitt for your generosity, your courage to stand up against narrow-minded minds, judgmental ignorant human beings thinking that they exactly know how the universe should be in the name of faith, in the name of God, thinking that they can throw the first stone without looking in their own lake of sins.

Thank you Brad Pitt for your support to say that marriage is about Love, Commitment and Equality, regardless your race or gender, regardless your sexual orientation, regardless your status or nature.

Thank you Brad Pitt for saying 'Live and Let Live !'

As for those who want to judge other people in the name of God...
God is almighty !
God created each and everyone of us equally !
God knows exactly what He did, so don't you insult God in the name of your own ignorance and arrogance !
God created us equally so that each and everyone of us can contribute to the world to make it a better place for everybody.

So please ask yourself, 'Did I do something positive lately to make this world a better place for other people, to honor this wonderful creation of God ?'
Please ask yourself, 'Am I truly so much better than my neighbor ?'
Please ask yourself, 'Is my Love more valuable than my neighbor's Love ?'
And please don't waste your time and energy to deprive other people from their right of Happiness and Joy in the name of fear and ignorance.

Thank you for reading !
Please remember 'Love Is Everything !'
Peace to you all

[James Jackson]

Prop 8 is NOT about Gays having the right to be married, that was decided in 2000 with prop 22 when the MAJORITY of Californians voted for prop 22, (We are a Nation of, "We the People") and the Majority should have the right to choose. Prop 8 is simply about 4 individual Judges who think that the Majority of Californians are STUPID tot make laws and govern themselves. What amazes me is that 4 individuals who sit on their high thrones and have no concept of reality have the ability to force the majority to live by their laws, (wasn't there 4 in Hiliter's forcefull form of Government and did they not control the masses with their laws?). Prop 8 needs to win just to show that this nation is still a nation of, WE THE PEOPLE, not, WE THE 4.

[Shannon]

Congrats to Brad and all who fight for equality. For all the negative posts out there it was just thirty years ago that it was illegal in some states to have inter racial couples marry. It doesn't hurt you It just shows you are biggots. Get out and do some community work for your church and help people who actually need it.

[Ave T.]

James, you nailed it! The voice of the people have been heard with Prop 22 and now some are trying to change it? What the hell!!! How can I teach my children to have pride in our country, when the voice of the people does not matter any more. We all need to remember what foundation this great country was founded on to protect our future generations. I've never, in my life, felt our country to be so vulnerable as now. What else will a few judges want to change?

[Derek]

First, let me start off by saying thank you for the contribution. I, as well as many others, are greatful for your forward thinking.

Next, where do we get off talking about god. If god really wants in on the conversation he should show his face. Oh wait, he won't cause he isnt THERE. How about we stop using an outdated text to judge everyone but ourselves. These crazy christians that want to judge everyone and can't wait to tell you what "god" has to say are the most sinful of all. They hate, judge, abuse, cheat, steal, and of course murder with all the rest of society.

And frankly, god is in your mind. He lets you sleep at night. thats all... nothing more.....

So I challenge America to think to the future, and leave the utterly stupid and outdated book out of reality.

[reality]

First, let me start off by saying thank you for the contribution. I, as well as many others, are greatful for your forward thinking.

THIS IS NOT "FOWARD" THINKING THIS IS REGRESSIVE FOR SOCIETY

Next, where do we get off talking about god.
BECAUSE SOME OF US ARE OF GOD'S AND HA|VE ACTUALLY READ THE BIBLE, UNDERSTAND SCRIPTURE AND HAV|E THE RIGHT TO BRING OUR V|IEW TO THE DISCUSSION.

If god really wants in on the conversation he should show his face. YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE CONCEPT, GOD IS VERY MUCH REAL AND THESE DAYS HAVE ALREADY BEEN TOLD IN OUR BOOK.

Oh wait, he won't cause he isnt THERE. NOT FOR YOU, BECAUSE YOU REFUSE AND DENY HIM, HE WON'T REVEAL TO THOSE SUCH AS YOURSELF, DENY HIM AND HE WILL DENY YOU. PLAIN AND SIMPLE.

How about we stop using an outdated text to judge everyone but ourselves. THIS "TEXT" IS VERY CURRENT AND ACCURATE WITH EVENTS OF TODAY, IF YOU WERE MEANT TO UNDERSTAND, AND YOU WOULD HUMBLE YOURSELF, YOU WOULD NO LONGER BE BLIND AND DECIEVED.

These crazy christians that want to judge everyone and can't wait to tell you what "god" has to say are the most sinful of all. They hate, judge, abuse, cheat, steal, and of course murder with all the rest of society.
MY, HOW TOLERANT OF YOU. BUT TO POINT OUT, CHRISTIANS, THERE ARE MANY OF US, AND MANY OF US ARE GOOD AND KNOW GOD'S LAWS. JUST BECAUSE WE POINT IT OUT, AND DOES NOT ALLIGN WITH YOUR VIEWS, THIS DOES NOT MAKE IT HATE, IT MAKES US SIMPLY BRINGING THE TRUTH. YOU CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH.
And frankly, god is in your mind. He lets you sleep at night. thats all... nothing more..... YOU NEED TO GO READ A BIBLE AND SPIRITUALLY COME TO KNOW REALITY.

So I challenge America to think to the future, and leave the utterly stupid and outdated book out of reality. THAT WAS BIGOTTED OF YOU TO CONDEMN THE CULTURE AND VIEW OF A PEOPLE.

AND YOU ARE ASKING PPL TO SEE YOU AS THE VICTIM???

WE WILL PRAY FOR YOU.

[Chris McCarty]

Marriage is a holy sacrament and as such, religious orders should have the right to grant/deny marriage to whomever they wish. THAT HAVING BEEN SAID, STATE SPONSORED MARRIAGE IS UNCONSTITUTIONAL AND SHOULD BE ABOLISHED. Since that's not going to happen any time soon, thanks Brad.

[Kyle]

Can someone please tell me why if I visit the "follow the money" link, and type in "Church" in the "name" field, and search..... I come up with a number of churches who have given sometimes very large donations to this political cause? I thought churches were not allowed to donate money politically.

[seth]

It is a moral issue. It has nothing to do with discrimination. Right versus wrong.

[a respector of persons]

What about the separation of church and state? Marriage for many, many people in this country is sacred and very connected to their religion, beliefs, and with a higher being. How do you think they feel about their children being taught values and morals contrary to their own beliefs through the school systems? How do you think they feel about their churches, synagogues, temples, etc. being used for something contrary to the beliefs of their religion? How do you think they feel about watching their leaders being persecuted and condemned for teaching what they believe to be truth. It would be an infringement on the rights of people to believe what they believe and to worship as they believe.
I am not saying that the Gay/Lesbian community should not have similar rights within their relationships, but call it something different and DO NOT force religious groups to adhere to something contrary to what they teach. Sure have a wedding, exchange vows, but call it something different and don't cry DISCRIMINATION if a church that teaches that marriage is between a man and woman will not allow a same-sex couple to 'wed' under their roof.
And to "reality" who posted above. My, how tolerant you are of those who believe in God. It is also bigotted of you to condemn the culture and view of those who believe in God. I respect your beliefs, whether I agree or not, and will say no more on your comments.
I respect the love that people share regardless of their gender, but nothing will ever change my belief and knowledge that 'MARRIAGE' is defined as between a MAN and a WOMAN.

[Chris McCarty]

Because of the separation of church and state (in this case, Article 1, Section 4 of the CA Constitution), theological beliefs here are irrelevant. This is about amending the state constitution, with the sole intention of denying rights to a specific section of our community. This is clearly wrong, both legally and morally.

[Allison]

Gay Marriage…What a concept!!! Is it even legal in Nebraska for same sex marriage? First of all, if it isn’t then why not and secondly, where could two people of the same sex go to legally pledge their commitment to each other? When did a gay marriage or union become so offensive that we had to put a definition to Marriage? I definitely need to look into this more.
Now let’s think for a minute. I seem to remember when I was in grade school learning about a document that was very significant to our countries values. “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.” This is the opening of The United States Declaration of Independence. A statement adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. We celebrate these values every year with loud and brightly colored explosions, reiterating those rights. The pursuit of ones own life and happiness generally does and did include the right of marriage. How could preventing a same sex marriage fit into that?
Our court system, it seems, is in constant conflict of those rights and is also in conflict of their own interpretation of what our Constitution of the United States means and stands for. Our Constitution was created in 1787. It doesn’t seem to have been a problem for anyone until some “yahoo” felt the need to come up with The Defense of Marriage Act. This was passed on September 21, 1996. Up until then, there had never been any federal restrictions as to what constituted a marriage or who it referred to. It certainly had never specifically restricted those in same sex relationships in their rights as citizens of the United States. So why should it stop there. After all, for centuries famous men such as Thomas Jefferson and Martin Luther King have declared that all “men” are created equal.
Thank goodness there are a few court systems that are able to distinctively interpret our rights as they were meant to be. Massachusetts on May 17, 2004, California on May 15, 2008, New Jersey on February 19, 2007, and New York on May 29, 2008 are our only US states to recognize gay marriage. Even so, New Jersey only offers same sex civil unions like Vermont and Connecticut, and New York only recognizes gays married outside the state in Massachusetts and California and in other countries like Canada, Belgium, Netherlands, South Africa, and Spain. After all that, gays and lesbians are then granted the same rights as a man and a woman are offered within a “traditional” marriage.
"Because no one has the right to deny another their life, even though they disagree with it, because everyone has the right to live the life they so desire if it doesn't harm another and because discrimination has no place in America, my vote will be for equality and against Proposition 8,", was quoted from Brad Pitt, the Actor-Activist, in the LA Times on September 17, 2008. So what gives? The state of California’s Supreme Court ruled in favor of plaintiffs on May 15, 2008 in the suit against the 2000 law banning same sex marriage because it is discriminatory. "Limiting the designation of marriage to a union 'between a man and a woman' is unconstitutional and must be stricken from the statute," California Chief Justice Ron George said in the written opinion. Hurray! Finally, someone is making sense!
A marriage between two people should be just that. I think, the big problem lies between the courts and the Church. It’s true, marriage has always been a very big part of religion. The fact that most marriages occur in a religious setting and have a significant impact in one’s religion is confusing to many when they mix it with the courts. Yes, some do choose to get married in the court system by a Judge or Justice of the Peace. Yes, proof of marriage is legally proven with a marriage license. However, have you ever seen a marriage license with a check box that signifies the sex of each involved party? Of course not! So let’s leave it that way and quit getting technical and mixing religion with our country’s Constitutional rights. Let’s stick with an all time favorite saying…”Keep it simple, stupid!”

[barondirk]

Why the hell don't you people go live in IRAN! This country was founded on a constitution, guaranteeing rights for all! While you may not agree with it that's the way America goes! And what makes America the best place ever! When you don't like it anymore move out! The Constitution (and by God You People "Love It or leave it" 'cause we don't want you no more) separates church from state. Would you have the Pope come in and say that you aren't worshiping the right way! HELL NO! We need especially right now to get this country going straight again rather than investing millions in fighting "same sex Marriage". We should spend more money fighting poverty.

[Yesforprop8]

Brad, Brad, Brad... I enjoyed your movies, but this draws the line. I can never see another movie with you in it again.

As for the commentor above, I believe your remark to Love it or leave it is exactly why we are going to ask you to leave. America hasnt been a gay nation, nor will it ever be if I have anything to say about it. According to your theory you should leave becuase america was already not gay and you want to make it gay... wow.... a dose of your own medicine sucks doesnt it.

Anyway remember smart people will vote Yes on prop 8!!!

[Don Jackson]

Brads confused, He married the oppsite sex. Why should a few Gays force their life style on the many who oppose it.

[Dr Michael and David Duffy]

Thank You Mr. Pitt and everyone else that respects and understands equality for all.

[Monica K]

There is no room for discrimination in America that is why we need to vote Yes on Prop 8. By making gay marriage legal, it is discrimination against people who believe in marriage and what it stands for. Vote Yes!!!

[Teko-chi]

I don't understand.
Why such a small amount donated, stingy rich bloke.

And to all you male 30+ year-old upperclassman Christan viewers:
You think god would ever do anything like this?
Treat one type of his people better than the other?!
No.
What you're doing is un-godly and 'sin'.

Also, I'm sad so much money and time is going into the progression of the American human race, when we could be feeding those poor mothers with several hungry kids because of the poor economy.

Big facepalm.

[anon]

I thank Brad Pitt for this generous contribution. It is good to know that there are some people who are open-minded enough to oppose such a heinous hate-crime against gays and lesbians. Yes, I am calling this proposition a hate-crime. If a child is born gay, he/she will always be gay. Denying gays to marry will teach children to suppress who they really are, and eventually , they will live how they want to. It doesn't help to pass such a waste of space and time on something that will not affect anybody. People commit adultery all the time, they divorce all the time, but yet they use the Bible to support their hate and discrimination against people who just want to be as equal as their heterosexual counterparts. There is nothing wrong with being gay, people will not start divorcing because gays can marry, and there is nothing wrong with children seeing the love of those who are of the same sex. Society needs to revamp on this opinion and allow gays and lesbians be as equal as we are.

[breydik]

I suppout gay marraige 100% very one has the right to do with there own personal whatever they what.

[Biggest Fan]

Brad Pitt is the most beautiful soul on Earth. Let me see, which movie of his do I want to watch tonight. Sigghhhhh...

[You People Are Delusional]

Altruistic? I think not. Too bad that if gay marriage is allowed in future, along with hate crime legislation to accompany it, the people getting sued for their beliefs won't be able to come up with that kind of money. These people don't need marriage, or anything that has to do with religion. They need CIVIL UNIONS. In California, they already have ALL the same rights as married couples. Give those religious people their freedom of religion too. I mean lets not be so naiive.

[Judith]

"Gay marriage is same sex marriage between a man and a man or a woman and a woman." I have yet to see that definition in any dictionary I ever read. How come?

[Zach]

Thank you, Brad Pitt. I doubt you'll read this forum, and for your sake I hope not. Else, you'll be stuck reading uninformed comments like this:

"By making gay marriage legal, it is discrimination against people who believe in marriage and what it stands for."

It is not discrimination to simply be denied something you WANT. Yes on 8 people WANT to own a word which, taken by the government long ago, belongs to everyone and by our founding documents must be applied equally. They characterize the No on 8 people as WANTing a word as simply as they do, but it's really about what gay people deserve as tax-paying citizens under equal rights laws. That is not a simple WANT because there are real and tangible benefits involved, and to complain that gay people are forcing their views after they went to all the trouble to amend our Constitution after they lost the last battle is absurd - $16,647,476.77 worth of absurdity, in fact.

[Duane]

I think what some people are unaware of here is that : Most Christians that speak on this issue are adhering to one of the values of their faith that they must take a part in the ministry actively and vocally.

That is why you see a majority of the people against gay marriage speaking in christian tongues.

What you are not aware of is the rest of the people against gay marriage - who are not even christian, just general people who are holding to their own general values. The simple fact of nature that penis' are made for vaginas. I don't know if that is in the Bible verbally - but I think it was happening for a million or so years before the first humanoid developed. Words coming from a fetishist btw. I do not expect to make babies practicing my fetish. I would never advocate a fetish lifestyle on any young one. I am not ashamed. I just know what is natural from what is not natural. If you can't figure out what is natural from all the holy books over all the centuries - turn on the discovery channel. You will see the True Nature of God outside of any Holy Book.
Only in the wilderness its a bit more brutal. There isn't a diplomatic process to natural and unnatural selection. Hint Hint.

If someone loves someone else they will be together. period. end of story.
Nobody has said that homosexuals are not allowed to live and love.

period. Feel free to elaborate - but don't skip this point in a response. acknowledge it.

if thats not enough - why not? Because there IS more to your argument than so-called violation of human rights.

The state recognizing union between couples has something to do with economy and money. That is because it is relative to the fact that Man and Woman make babies, Babies bring in the next generation of citizens. We are investing our values and material resources into the next generation while simultaneously trying to nurture immaterial things such as values.

Homosexual marriage does not produce babies - it may adopt them. Every single human baby ever born comes from a male and female.
RESPECT THAT.
Keep private matters private. I know that. Do you?
As much as it is none of your business. I am a fetishist. I understand the difference between love and lust. One can have both. That still doesn't condone it as naturally correct.

Whoever said God will not reveal Itself to you because you don't deserve to is correct. I am 100% sure that there is a core to every holy book across nations. There is the Bible Scripture, but it is several layers wrapped around a core.

Most people can live their life very religious - and still only see those top layers. Those who have reached the core are nothing but humbled. And they historically have recieved suppression and oppression by their social generations, just like any classification of outcast.

Keep Love and Life and you will need no more. Please stop the argument for gay marriage. It is not necessary. I'm sorry for the predjudice. People do treat homosexuals bad. I apologize on our behalf. You are one of God's children as well. Know this is true and you would understand true Brotherhood and Sisterhood.

[Matt]

Two things to keep in mind with Prop 8:

Separation of church and state.

ALL men are created equal.

--- Need there even be an argument? Shame on all who voted for Prop 8.