Lauffer's views disqualify him from public service.

"It's very clear that Mr. Lauffer's repeated use of racist, sexist and homophobic language clearly indicates that he cannot be entrusted with the responsibility of serving on a local legislative body and treating all citizens and visitors to his community with the respect and dignity that they deserve and are entitled to under the law," Triplett said. "Free speech is not the issue here. No one contests Mr. Lauffer's right to believe and to say what he likes. The issue is whether someone who holds those beliefs is capable of providing equal protection under the law. It is patently obvious that Mr. Lauffer could not do that should he be elected to the Walled Lake City Council and it is my hope that after being presented with this evidence his residents will strongly reject the hateful language that he has used by not electing him to serve in public office." For full article go here: http://www.pridesource.com/article.html?article=83630