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Kip Wellen -Feels the issue should be based on the definition of a discriminated class. There are 3 parts to the definition. First, is the discrimination widespread. Have the purported victims been put at economic disadvantage and finally, are there immutable characteristics in homosexuality. He says no is the correct answer to all three questions. Justine Blake - provided a handout. Bill Stroud - He testified to the lack of discrimination in the real estate business. Earl Bratrix _ He said in all the history of mankind homosexuality has never been considered right or acceptable. Sneakins in Favor Catherine Pittman wants to focus on the central issues of the debate. That is, not the way or how of homosexuality but simply, is there discrimination. She claim's handouts more than establish the reality of discrimination against GLBT's. Moreover, it is widespread and long standing. She asks the HRC be given the chance to investigate GLBT discrimination. Finally, she holds that no "special rights" are granted for a group; but expands basic rights guaranteed to all. Scott Keller -~ A councilman from Indianapolis where a similar bill was passed says a halt of professional groups (APA, AMA, NEA, AAP) all consider being gay to be innate, not behavioral, but genetic and or biological. With an estimated S% of the population being "gay", this bill should be seen as a preventive measure. Marcus Harris -teacher SBCSC says he is an admitted homo who is unprotected in the face of discrimination. Bobby Lopez -~ stated that he is 17 years old and a High School Student who faces discrimination from both students and administrators daily far being a homo and has no recourse. Angela Gilleto -stated that smart, talented, people contributing greatly to society and the economy will leave the South Bend Area if equality is not assured. Nancy Mascott -has gay son. She challenges misconceptions of gay lifestyle. She says the opposition's judgment is clouded by prejudice. This amendment protects GLBT's not promotes them.