"The idea that [being gay] is an abnormal condition is just wrong," said Kevin Rudd during a public forum last week. In response to questions from a pastor, Rudd said that being gay was not a choice and dismissed arguments that gay marriage contravenes biblical law.
Former Australian Prime Minister Argues for Marriage Equality
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