I get why people are disappointed with Warren being asked to give the invocation at the inauguration - but do we really need to proclaim a "the sky is falling we've been betrayed moment" over the invocation - or save that energy for the real law changing policy battles yet to come? In the last 8 years - gays were locked out of every aspect of American governmental policy. Obama has said "I support equality for gay and lesbian americans" repeatedly. Most noteably in his election night speech.

Obama did select a counter to Warren's views in selecting Rev. Dr. Joseph E. Lowery to say the benediction. Lowery is a major supporter of gay rights and a progressive voice. We also are making history by having a GLBT Marching Band invited to be in the inaugural parade. I don't think it's inappropriate to say "lets not crucify the man over this one choice" because I can guarantee you it's hardly our last disagreement with even a moderately liberal presidential administration.

Can I talk to you about this - or would you rather not?