Should Gay Marriage be Legalized? Gay marriage has been a critical topic in many countries since 1924. Around the year 2000, countries such as America and the UK started approving gay marriages, although not everyone agreed with this decision. Still in 2013, homosexuals are fighting for their right to get married to someone of their same sex. People against gay marriage feel that if it was to be legalized, the importance of marriage would fade away and some people would refer to marriage in a different way. According to an article from the Human Rights Campaign, there is nothing wrong with allowing homosexuals to have the same rights as those who are heterosexual. Every individual person should have equal rights, regardless of sexuality. Gay marriage should be legalized in all states and countries, as it has been held off for too long.…
Marriage is universally understood to be the legal union between a man and a woman. This acknowledgement, however, has recently generated dispute and controversy in certain individuals, primarily homosexuals and supporters of homosexual marriages. This opposition, due to this mainstream view, exists because certain states such as Minnesota deny same-sex marriages.…
Ralph- Great point, based on your beliefs, but what are the reasons same sex couples can`t be together? How does that affect society? Also, what wrongful act or law of the land are they breaking?…
Same sex marriage didn’t come to issue all of sudden. Despite U.S. same-sex couples have the freedom to marry in 37 states yet still facing prejudiced public gaze. To follow most people’s religious beliefs or traditions, same-sex marriage is something which shouldn’t be happening or accepted however, every person have the right to love and stay with whom they love. Same-sex marriage might be an issue against to our belief but when we get rid of our prejudice it could be nothing different than heterosexual marriage.…
I looked for a good source for the answer to those two questions. The best one’s I could find was the Holy Bible about marriage. Then about the same sex-couples and here is where, we as Christians have the problems and hopefully the answers. Marriage stating in (Holy Bible, 1958) version Red letter addition, Marriage is a Devine institution; Instituted by God. In Genesis chapter two verse eighteen through twenty four, is telling us how God made women, because Adam needed a companion. God took a rib from Adam and made this women. He did not make Wayne for Adam. In Mathew chapter ten verses seven through nine said, they twain shall be one flesh; so then, they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore, God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.…
There have been several questions that have caused controversial issues for the government. One of these questions is, Can the government regulate who can and cannot marry? This is an important question relating to same-sex marriages. I believe that the government cannot regulate who can and cannot marry.…
"Marriage is a coming together for better or for worse, hopefully enduring, and intimate to the degree of being sacred. It is an association that promotes a way of life, not causes; a harmony in living, not political faiths; a bilateral loyalty, not commercial or social projects.” (U.S. Supreme Court). Marriage has been defined as a religious & legal commitment between a man and woman, as well as an expression of love. Homosexuals have not been allowed to partake in these commitments and the rising support for same sex marriage is becoming more of an issue for the government and voters. There are those that are against same sex marriage, who believe that marriage should be strictly between a man and a woman (Barber), and then there are those who believe that it is up to the individual on whom they want to marry (Quindlen). Despite the complexities surrounding the issue of gay marriage and the expansive argument on either side authors Anna Quindlen and La Shawn Barber present extremely simplistic yet opposing views on same sex marriage.…
The debate on whether same sex marriages should be accorded equal rights will go on for some time. However, the societal perspective is always subject to change. Same sex marriages will soon or later be an accepted fact in the society as the view what constitutes morality and immorality keeps changing.…
Marriage is known to be a foundation between a man and a women and if two of the same sex are unified, individuals view that as wrong. Relationships of the same sex are often referred to being immoral and a social experiment. Some religions feared that if gay marriage became legal that the churches would be forced to marry gay couples at their will. After researching this specific topic, I truly believe that it is safe to say that the pros outweigh the cons in this discuss in my own belief. As well as in my opinion, I feel that as long as there is peace, love will be found. If we the people chose to abide by the Constitution than that is what needs to happen. People will forever have their own opinions but if others are happy it should not matter if it does not affect you or your life. Gay marriage was legalized and though individuals think that is wrong on the Constitutions part, they need to realize that we are America the free and even if the same genders are allowed to marry, we are still free as a…
There are over 105 million households in the United States today and out of those households, there are over 1.2 million gay people living with same-sex partners (“Census on Gays in America”). This makes the proposed legalization of same-sex marriage one of the most significant issues in contemporary America. It is presently one of the most discussed reforms in law reviews and the American court systems. If legalized, it could be one of the most revolutionary policy decisions in the history of America, along with women’s rights, interracial marriage, and slavery. There are many people who are opposed and feel it is morally and ethically wrong and others who feel that same-sex marriages are acceptable. Prior to writing about this topic, I had no strong feelings toward or against the issue on same-sex marriages. After researching and finding out more information on the topic, I became in favor of legalizing same-sex marriages.…
Same-sex marriage (also known as gay marriage) is marriage between two persons of the same biological sex and/or gender identity. Legal recognition of same-sex marriage or the possibility to perform a same-sex marriage is sometimes referred to as marriage equality or equal marriage, particularly by supporters.[1][2][3][4][5][6]…
In general the issue of gay marriages is one that raises many questions and concerns. There is nothing wrong with being a “homosexual” or a “bisexual” since one is still an individual that eats, breathes and feels as ‘heterosexuals” do. Why is it that society is crucially against same-sex marriages? I believe that there is nothing wrong in expressing affection towards the same-sex as long as one is happy and does not pose a threat to society.…
The topic of same-sex marriage is a very controversial debate. There are many heated arguments that are for and against the legalization of same-sex marriage. The people that are in favor of same-sex marriage says that the aspect of love, relationships and understanding should override all other issues. Others that oppose this concept argue that there are several factors that stray away from the acceptance of same-sex marriage. Marriage is an institution in modern society and holds high significance among many groups that have high morales and holds on strongly to their values. Many authorities in society feel that same-sex marriage would create serious problems.…
Marriage is defined in the dictionary as the social institution under which a man and woman establish their decision to live as husband and wife by legal commitments, religious ceremonies, etc. (Marriage). The key words here are man and woman. But, what about a woman and a woman, or a man and a man; why is this institution not allowed? Marriage equality has become a highly debated topic in America. Yes, there are alternatives, such as civil unions, but this is not the same as being legally joined to their partners; homosexuals feel that civil unions are a slap in the face, because they do not offer all of the benefits traditional marriage does. In some states it is illegal, and it would require a piece of legislation to allow a state to permit same-sex marriage rights. However, as I stated before, it is a highly debated topic, and there are always two sides of a debate.…
Marriage is a fundamental right and should be available to any couple, regardless of sexual orientation. Our current legislative system protects the term “marriage” under a religious definition, stating that the bible calls for only a man and woman to be joined in matrimony. Because the United States does not dictate a sole religion, it is unfair to limit legal marriage to only heterosexual couples based upon Christian beliefs that are not practiced by every American. If marriage could be recognized as an emotional commitment by two people to each other for life, then there is no public way, if one…