PROFILE OF DAVID BENKOF (ne Bianco): From the Washington Blade, DC's main gay paper

As David Bianco, he created a syndication service that provides articles to dozens of gay media outlets, including this newspaper.

As David Benkof, he will soon appear on national television to oppose gay marriage.

...Later this month, he will defend his stance during an appearance on "Ricki Lake" dedicated to the gay marriage debate, he said.

..."I have tremendous respect for the relationship choices and integrity of my gay friends, but I also have to say that I think opposite-sex relationships are in some way better than same-sex relationships, especially when it comes to raising of children," he said.

"I don't hate the sin, and I don't hate who I was 10 years ago," Benkof said. "Gay sex is just inconsistent with traditional religious life."

But others disagree with Benkof's interpretation of the requirements of Jewish faith. ...

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[Only indirectly relevant, but as Benkof's posted to this site in the past, I figured you all might be interested. An excellent, no-punches-pulled interview with Benkof is here for those who must! have! more!]
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