Against Same-Sex-Marriage

While it is not a personal choice for me, I see it best to support it for those who make that choice. In the Constitution marriage is not defined as the unity between a man and women, but the unity of two persons. As long as those two persons are both legal citizens of the United States then they should have full protection under the Constitution. This would include their fundamental right to marriage. Same-sex should be seen equal to opposite-sex marriage because the standards are no different. Just like in the case of Loving v Virginia, once you take away the factor of race or sexuality, you are left with the same principal foundations as you are of a hetero-sexual couple. Therefore it would be an act of discrimination to deny legal marriage to same-sex partners. Some will argue that the Bible defines marriage as between a man and women, and while that is true, it is not recognized by the court. Because it is stated in a religious doctrine and the United States has freedom of religion, this point can not be made legal valid in any situation and therefore is irrelevant. Another argument also commonly made in opposition to same-sex marriage is that its legality is within the power of the states and not the national government. While the power to issue marriage licenses is given to the state, that's not all that the case argues. It argues that

Same-sex marriage should be marriage because everyone is equal, love is always right, and people have a right to choose their own soulmates. First, equality is a basic right, which means everyone should get the same treatment. The restriction against same-sex marriage is an offense to the dignity of lesbians and gays, because it limits the range of relationship options open to them (Mello). The limit of same-sex marriage is against homosexuals to enjoy the same right as heterosexuals. It is not fair for homosexual to get the different treatment. There is a law to declare that legalizing homosexual marriage is to achieve the basis of equality come true. (Albertson).

Same-sex marriage has come into the media in the past few years with many believing that a man should be able to marry a man and a female should be able to marry a female without these couples being married there are some major things that married couples get that these couples do, not as they are not allowed for example being labelled next of kin shared earnings and buying privileges and signing in their name as a married

I support same-sex marriage because I see no valid arguments against it. The majority of arguments against gay marriage are based on religious perspective. In the United States, the First Amendment to the Constitution guarantees separation of church and state. Therefore, religion should not have a place in either the formulation or implementation of legislation, including questions of who has the right to get married in this country.

It thus prevents people from thinking that same-sex marriage makes homosexuals sinners. Marriage is a right that should be afforded to every individual whether they are gay or straight. Same-sex marriage thus helps solidify the appropriate social norm of sexual restraint and care-giving within the family. Legalizing same-sex marriages would be good for America as it would spur equality, promote family stability and validate LGBT family units as well as increase the number of children successfully adopted. Allowing gay marriage would be important in providing financial boon for both the private sector and state governments. Gay couples inject a considerable amount of money in the economy while spending on marriage

Historically when you looked up the definition of marriage in the dictionary, it defined marriage as a union between a man and a woman. According to cbn.com, Merriam-Webster changed its definition of marriage in 2003. The revised version now defines marriage as the state of being married as spouses in a consensual and contractual relationship recognized by law. Currently, in 2017 more sources have also made revisions to redefine marriage. They are now defining marriage as being between two people instead of being between just a man and a woman. For decades, same-sex couples have been deprived of the same rights that opposite couples have always had. The case of Obergefell v Hodges made a huge impact in the U.S. and have changed the

Those that are oppose same sex marriage focus their reasoning on religious beliefs. Same sex couples do not want to be treated as second class citizens, they do not focus on what religion states; they just want to be treated as equal as heterosexuals when it comes to their right. Same sex couples believe if one is to bar any class of people from marrying whomever they choose, it then deprives them of their social institution; that many feel defines the most meaningful part of life, to marry someone one loves. Same sex couples believe that their relationships are no different than that of a heterosexual marriage. Same sex couples can have maintain a home together, provide an environment that children can thrive in and care for each other the same as heterosexual married couples do (Goldberg-Hiller, 2002).

Some on the opposing side would say that there are long-term and immediate effect that can happen just from legalizing same sex marriage. Some of these reason are taxpayer subsidies to homosexuals, teaching of homosexual values in public schools as well as private schools, threats to religious institutions are challenged not to discriminate against gays, fewer people would possibly get married, fewer

According to ProCon.org (n.d) the world's first gay marriage was held on April 1, 2001. Why would anybody not want someone to be happy. Gays should not care what anyone has to think because it is not their body or their choice. It's the person that's gays choice. According to Pewforum.org (n.d)in 2001 americans opposed same sex marriage 57% to 35%, but by 2016 55% of americans supported same sex marriage comared to the 37% that opposed it. Gay people need more rights because gays should have access to the same rights as straights do, legalizing gay marriage will not harm the institution of marriage, and same sex marriage is a right preserved by the constitution.

A happy lesbian couple just came out of the courtroom, fresh from getting married, walking out the doors holding hands. Then comes a lady. When the lady sees them she rolls her eyes and looks at them in disgust. “Are you serious, that’s ungraceful!” angrily yelled the lady. The couple looked at her in shock and a man across from them came out and said, “Excuse me lady their relationship is their business and you have no rights to tell them what they can and cannot do with their love life.” This is only an example but the actual situation occurs, in and out of America. 50% of regular marriages fail and result in a divorce. Gay marriage should be legal because of these three reasons. Number one reason is that love is love. Another reason is because over the years, traditional marriage has changed. And last but not the least by getting married you get health insurance benefits.

So many people in America and around the world are against Gay Marriage and Gay Rights in general. Why can’t the LGBT community feel comfortable with who they are? Also, why can’t people around the world be happy for them? Why is being gay wrong if it’s something that makes that person happy? It upsets me how much cruelty there is around us, especially with people who want to love others of the same gender as them. Honestly if someone is a part of the LGBT community it is perfectly fine in my opinion. If you judge a person for being themselves before getting to know them first, then don’t get mad if decides to judge you. Everyone should be able to live their lives the way they what to instead of worrying what people think of you and what they might call you.

In addition, marriage is a religious rite. “Gay marriage is not compatible with the beliefs, sacred texts, and traditions of many religious groups” (ProCon.org, 2011, Con Gay Marriage, ¶4). In fact, we know that most of the religions are opposing same-sex marriage, because they are always guided by the Bible and God’s commandments and his teachings. “Marriage was established by the Creator with its own nature, essential properties and purpose. No ideology can erase from the human spirit the certainty that marriage exists solely between a man and a woman” (ProCon.org, 2011, Con Gay Marriage, ¶12). If same-sex is legalized, churches and other religious institutions would be forced to change their rules in order to marry same-sex marriage couples.

As the society changing, the history of marriage also changes. Marriage is legally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship, but do those two partners always have to be a man and a woman? Most people believe that homosexuals should be granted equal rights as heterosexual couples. Being as an important social issue, same-sex marriage has become a hot topic of public debates in the recent years. For over the past decade, public support for the same-sex marriage has quickly risen. The United States is one of over twenty countries that allow gay and lesbian couples to wed. I believe that same-sex marriage should be legalized in all countries for several reasons, such as being an issue of equal rights, separation of church and state, no negative effect on the heterosexual communities, increasing in child adoption, and decreasing divorce and suicide rates.

Ben Affleck once said, “Why would you want to get in the way of people who love each other, marrying each other? Anybody who wants to be able to get married to anybody else should be able to.” What is marriage? Marriage as we see, is the bond and union of two partners who greatly love each other. Typically, our first exposure to a marriage would be our parent’s marriage, because they are normally that first couple we meet, but people’s families vary depending on their own personal life. Love is what brings those two partners together. Defined by Dictionary.com,” Love is the profoundly tender, passionate affection for another person.” Love does not matter whether it is man and woman, man and man, woman and woman; love is the bond of one other, but our society would disagree with that. As a society, there has been so many disagreements on same sex marriages to it being, “unconstitutional.” Although, people see same sex marriages as inferior to heterosexual couples, those that are in a committed same sex relationship are just as capable of creating a loving and caring home for themselves and their future families.

Allowing same-sex marriages would change the basic definition of marriage. Marriage is an important commitment of a man and a woman who contribute to civilization. Therefore, the loss of contributions due to someone’s sexual orientation should not be rewarded with a privilege such as marriage. Same-sex marriages affect many factors such as children, the concept of marriage, and humanity. However, it is not a misdemeanor to love somebody of the same gender but it can rigorously damage many aspects of life.