Miss USA Contestant Holds a Moral Compass

In discussing the recent "scandal" surrounding the Miss USA contest where Miss California was asked about her view on gay marriage, several folks were saying that Carrie Prejean's answer was not politically correct enough. My friends were telling me that had she really wanted to win she should have replied differently, more indirectly. Responses ranged from the idea that she should have kept her personal beliefs out of the subject and told the audience that it was up to the states to make their own decisions or she should have recognized gays as equals to heterosexuals.

Regardless of her opinion, I applaud Miss Prejean. She did not respond in a politically correct manner. She did not cater to the minority. She did not falter in her response. She refused to "take it back" afterward and stood by her answer. She responded with an answer that strongly reflected her beliefs.

The response voiced by bloggers, viewers, etc; was so unanimous - if she wanted to win, she would have replied differently. I disagree. All too often, we Americans are used to being lied to or our questions ignored or passed over. We like politicians to tell us whatever makes us feel good, not necessarily what is the truth or belief of our community leaders, we only get to hear what is popular... what will get them a 'win'.

Pity. We never learn about what our community leaders truly believe. We never truly learn who they are or how they feel about issues. We blindly follow our leaders. We are sheep. Especially if we Americans can get so irked about a single comment made by a beauty pageant contestant. This is what makes America great - we have the freedom to voice our own opinion, popular or not. Why can't we respect Miss Prejean's values and beliefs? Who really cares if they are in line with our own beliefs? It's a breath of fresh air to see someone telling the truth on camera, especially with such a 'loaded' question.