" It’s an uphill battle, especially because many religious people still believe that being gay is a sin and a crime and, therefore, by their logic, “if homosexuals are allowed their civil rights, then so would prostitutes, thieves, and anyone else.” These words were spoken by Anita Bryant—former entertainer and orange juice representative—who now has the honor of an award in her name, to be given to lucky winners for “unbridled and unparalleled bigotry. "

― Michael Shermer , The Moral Arc: How Science and Reason Lead Humanity toward Truth, Justice, and Freedom