On Tuesday, May 15, Kimberly Moffitt, assistant professor of American studies, appeared on Midday with Dan Rodricks to discuss President Obama’s recently-announced support of same sex marriage.
“It strengthens our nation in many ways, because now we have a clear sense of basic human rights across the board for everyone,” she said.
Rodricks pointed out that many people believe that Obama’s announcement was a calculated political move rather than a reflection of his true beliefs. Moffitt said that she isn’t sure. “I think this might lure some of these swing voters,” she said. “But I also have some concerns that this might prevent some folks from coming out and supporting him.”
Moffitt is the co-editor of The Obama Effect. The full segment can be heard here.
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