As the public figure and speaker for his religion in the country of England - he must provide statements that are in line with his religion.

His downfall in this issue was that he attempted to use a secular arguement along with his religous one.

But nevertheless - if the people of England voted in the law for Civil Union the will of the people shows that they are willing to accept it, which is what democracy is all about.

However we can not stomp on his right to speech to voice his dissatifcation and the group he represents consensus because we find it not pleasant for us to hear dis-stafication with the current governmental policy.

Careful on labeling others a bigot least you fall into the trap your calling them.