“A Firebell in the Night”

    As is well known, a so-called "Gay Marriage" Constitutional Amendment has been introduced into the Congress.  It is supported in full voice by the leader of one of the two major political parties (who just happens to be the President).  What has not yet been widely recognized is that with its introduction, the United States has entered into what will in my view become the most serious Constitutional crisis since that which eventually led to the Civil War.  This essay will present in outline form the principal reasons why I consider this to be the case.  Over time, I hope to be returning to consider the issues in some more detail, as will, of course, many other commentators, over time.