Samuel, there's an idea from Star Trek that I've always appreciated:
"Infinite diversity in infinite combinations."

What this means to me is that, whether out in space or here on
Earth, there's no set prescription for how to live our lives. We are
all unique, and we should celebrate our differences.

Now, some folks may disagree. They may shake their heads in
disapproval or discomfort at all of the beautiful diversity that makes
this country great. But when I'm confronted with that kind of
close-mindedness, I just look at the incredible progress we've made
together. Decades of hard work and passion have brought us
where I always knew we could go -- to a place where love is love,
and marriage equality is the law of the land.

My husband Brad and I are going to join the Democratic National
Committee -- and President Barack Obama! -- in New York City
later this month for its annual LGBT Gala, and Samuel, I want you to
come, too:

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After the Supreme Court's landmark marriage equality ruling in
June, we have a lot to celebrate. And I don't know about you,
but I want to thank the President in person for his continued
support of the LGBT community.

Samuel, if you chip in $3 or whatever you can to the DNC right now,
you'll be automatically entered to win a free trip to NYC to join
President Obama and me at the LGBT Gala:

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I really hope to see you there!

George Takei
















































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