Because so many uptight people in politics apparently never heard of separation of church and state. Plus they seem to think that because they don't want a gay marriage that no one should have one because they're self centered like that. And finally, it's mob mentality. For years, African Americans were targeted with laws like the black codes. Now there's the whole situation in Arizona that's going to lead to racial profiling, and restrictions on gay rights. Someone is always going to be the target.