Gay marriage backers protest at LDS display

MESA, Ariz. — Supporters of gay marriage were out in force when Mormons lit their massive Christmas displays on the grounds of the Mesa Temple.

They were upset with Mormons’ opposition to same-sex marriage and the passage of state constitutional amendments banning gay marriage in Arizona, California and Florida in the Nov. 4 election.

The Mormon church urged members to donate money and vote for the gay marriage bans.

”They’re shining their light, we’re shining ours,” said Bobby Parker, an organizer and gay Mesa Mormon.

Many members of the gay, lesbian and transgender community view Mormon votes and dollars as the deciding factor behind the passage of Proposition 102 in Arizona and Proposition 8 in California.

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Salt Lake Tribune, United States -