Wow, my computer is acting odd, good thing I just typed one line before the entire thing vanished.

Anyway, back to the original question about religion and philosophy or sexual orientation. I know for a fact that when it comes to homosexuals, I used to view them negatively (Attitude I'm ashamed to say I picked up from school). Now its a live and let live attitude, I have worked and studied with gays and all have them were like every other person I know. I don't have anything against gay marraiges, and if there was a referendum to abolish it (in Canada), I'd vote to keep it. I'm straight, therefore have no conflicting problems with my beliefs.
But years from now, if I have a son or daughter who is homosexual, I think maybe my religous side is going to kick in. So yes, in the end, personally religion does affect my perceptions on certain things such as sexual preference.