That was certainly true of the fight over homosexual rights, especially the right to marry, which exploded into the country's political consciousness.

The case became a driving force for homosexual rights, hate crime legislation, and anti- Christian feelings.

As a result, Britain has few laws supporting homosexual rights.

A21 A legal challenge over homosexual rights in Colorado.

"Slowly but steadily, respect for homosexual rights is building across Mexico," he said.

And though they are religious, they are moderate on social issues like homosexual rights.

In 11 states, 27 counties and 136 cities, elected officials have passed laws to establish homosexual civil rights.

It was this kind of behavior that upset many critics, even those who said they supported homosexual rights.

The party has made it clear that its opposition to homosexual rights will constitute a major front in that battle.