I admire Senator Grisanti for his stand-up attitude and judicial consciousness and compassion when he cast that historic vote for marriage equality. It has been such a struggle to even be considered a level-citizen of the United States, as well as globally. His action was a brave one and he certainly didn’t make many new friends that night. I thank him.

However, in reading President Porter’s statement, I see the Seneca People much like my community as far as the media stereotyping. In reading, I find President Porter to provide the proof of his statement regarding his People, their struggles and successes, and the return of the “old school” stereotype.

Further, it is well-written, concise, reasoning, and logical.

What we, as a “United” States need to do is practice what we preach as law, under the Constitution and its Amendments.

Mutual respect is achieved when we lay aside ‘ourselves’ (egos, stubbornness, hatred) for a moment to realize the good of the whole.