There are now two states which have enacted laws banning gay conversion therapy for children. California being the first state to pass such a law. Its a good thing to protect children, plus the reality is this therapy does more harm than anything and never truly changes anyone. In fact, there is a higher instance depression, and suicide among teens in this kind of therapy. To tell you, at one time early in my coming out, I looked into this kind of therapy. I am so glad I decided against it!
Several significant points I want to make about this New Jersey law are the fact this law was signed by a Republican Governor. Not only that but Chris Christie attached a note saying he believed people are born gay. That homosexuality is not the sin it is purported to be by mainstream Christianity. What a break from his party! What a break with his Catholic background. Perhaps a smart move if you want to run for President? This is a significant event!
Now I hope more states enact similar laws protecting children from this kind of "therapy" or what I consider abuse. This is progress!
Several significant points I want to make about this New Jersey law are the fact this law was signed by a Republican Governor. Not only that but Chris Christie attached a note saying he believed people are born gay. That homosexuality is not the sin it is purported to be by mainstream Christianity. What a break from his party! What a break with his Catholic background. Perhaps a smart move if you want to run for President? This is a significant event!
Now I hope more states enact similar laws protecting children from this kind of "therapy" or what I consider abuse. This is progress!
