This is the time for the university to put its money where its mouth is and allow committed gay couples to have their union ceremonies in the chapel the same way straight couples can. It's surprising that some people should invest so much energy and effort opposing the relationships and beliefs of others, especially when those relationships and beliefs have no effect on them. Religion is very personal and private, and no one should have the right to limit other people's beliefs and practices. Duke Chapel especially should be wary about trying to arbitrate which faith practices are acceptable or which are not. Prejudice stems from fear.
Bigotry treats humans like objects.
People who are gay are just people, and gay couples are just couples. I trust Duke as an institution to reaffirm its commitment to fairness and diversity. As times change, we each need to do our part in the struggle for equality for all people. Please keep up the good work. T. Shawn Long Raleigh, NC Just want to thank you for your recent article on same sex unions in Duke Chapel.