Ted Cruz Promises to Rescue Christians from “Persecution” if Elected President

Like the term “persecution,” Cruz uses “defend” in a fashion that is at odds with the actual meaning of the word. Marriage doesn’t need defending because it isn’t under attack, just like equal protection under the law doesn’t amount to persecution...
http://www.patheos.com/blogs/friendlyatheist/2016/02/19/ted-cruz-promises-to-rescue-christians-from-persecution-if-elected-president