Morality matters to Americans

Eleven states had marriage protection amendments on the ballot yesterday; all eleven passed by substantial margins. The narrowest margin was in Oregon, at 57-43. Seventeen states now have marriage amendments in their constitutions.

In Florida, a parental consent amendment was approved 65-35. Four states defeated gambling proposals as well. Voters in the presidential election cited moral values as their most important issue.

One event can be an anomaly. Two can be a coincidence. Three can be a trend, and sixteen? Morality does matter to many Americans. They recognize the moral decline our country has been in over the past decades, and have decided to stand up to make a difference. Just one more refreshing note from Tuesday's returns.