Unfortunately I think the change we need will have to come from the courts. Ignorant America won't vote for equality for all citizens. I agree that there is a fear of the Other, and a desire to marginalize the Other. Many Americans have a fictionalized version of gay people in their heads. This image is supported by their church. It has no roots in truth, but facts don't ever bother people who are motivated by fear.

Interracial marriage was illegal in America until Loving verses Virgina. I like to think that most Americans now accept interracial marriage as normal and not something to be looked upon as unnatural (although I know that's probably optimistic of me). We need the Supreme Court to ensure equal rights for ALL of our citizens.

ETA: Dyslexia makes spelling fun!