Barrett Apologizes for LGBTQ Language After Getting Criticized (1)

Amy Coney Barrett apologized for language she used to characterize LGBTQ people at her confirmation hearing on Tuesday.

Barrett used the term “sexual preference” when answering a question about her views on marriage equality. LGBTQ groups quickly criticized her choice of words, which implies being LGBTQ is a choice.

Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) asked Barrett later about the choice of words which Hirono described as “an offensive and outdated term.”

“If it is your view that sexual orientation is merely a preference, as you noted, then the LGBTQ community should be rightly concerned whether you would uphold their constitutional right ...