Wrap: Some Missouri citizens were were in support of the proposed amendment, causing the Senate filibuster.

St. Louis resident, Carolyn F. stated that she was in favor of the amendment because it allows religious freedom.

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Description: I think that each individual and the way they follow the Lord needs to be protected. This bill is a shield to protect our rights not a sword to take away somebody elses.

Carolyn said the amendment supports basic first amendment rights. The amendment has been filibustered for more than a day.

Reporting from the State Capital, I'm Devon Yarbrough.

Wrap: As the filibuster went into the second day, school groups came and saw the Senate in action.

Missouri student, Bailey Cordonnie said the filibuster is problematic as the amendment represents something Missouri citizens want.

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Description: The majority is in place. The precedent has been set that the people want it. For a couple of democrats to try and stop all of that from going around is a little silly.

The filibuster over this proposed amendment, is the longest continuous filibuster in recent Missouri history.

Reporting from the State Capital, I'm Devon Yarbrough.

 

Wrap:  Vistors came and were shocked the proposed amendment was still being debated.

St. Louis resident, Janel said that protecting religious beliefs is important and businesses should not have to go against them.  

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Description: A Christian bakery I think shouldn't have to go against their beliefs to make a wedding cake for a gay couple. If they feel like they really can't do that, I think that needs to be absolutely protected and I don't think that's a form of discrimination.

If this bill is passed the LGBTQ commnunity will no longer be a protected class in Missouri.

Reporting the State Capital, I'm Devon Yarbrough.