The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, bishop of the Diocese of Washington bravely spoke truth to power. Her sermon should be required listening for all Americans. She concludes with:
In the name of our God, I ask you to have mercy upon the people in our country who are scared now. There are gay, lesbian and transgender children in Democratic, Republican and independent families. Some who fear for their lives. They may not be citizens or have the proper documentation, but the vast majority of immigrants are not criminals. They pay taxes and are good neighbors. They are faithful members of our churches and mosques, synagogues.