Both petitions are to the White House.  In my view Obama has neither the bravery nor the integrity to do much, but the publicity is important. You have to get a White House password, but that seems no big deal.

One attacks the hideous argument by Christian bigots that we are legally a second class religion, an argument Governor Jerry Brown lacks the moral integrity to oppose. Patrick McCollum has been our point-man on this issue. Here’s a good Wild Hunt piece on this issue.

The other seeks to protect Air Force members who are not religious.  Given the disturbing influence Christian bigots have in the Air Force, this is important as well.

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