Arguments Against Gay Marriage

Gay marriage has been an issue for a very long time and since some states are legalizing it, many worry that it would soon be added as an amendment. The topic of gay marriage brings up religious, legal, and many other issues. In "What's wrong with Gay Marriage?" by Katha Pollitt, the author supports gay marriage and wants it legalized. She states that there is no problem with gay marriage and it's all a matter of separating the church and state. But in “Gay ‘Marriage’: Societal Suicide,” by Charles Colson, the author opposes the idea of gay marriage and states that it will destroy society. Marriage is intended to unite a man and a woman together to bring children into the world, but due to the same-sex marriage,

To contravene God and the bible must be the incipient trend since homosexuals celebrate it and feel that is it ok to get espoused under God. Marriage is a sacred commitment between man and woman and the legalization of gay espousement threatens the Americans religious rights. This topic matters because Christians feel as if getting married under God is an act of dishonor and that it is irrelevant. Marriage should stay between a man and woman because that is verbalized in the bible, children are more likely to live a normal life, and religious beliefs are not being ignored.

Gay Rights--civil and social rights given to homosexuals in comparison to heterosexuals--is a topic that has been roaring, especially in the conservative state of Mississippi. Because this is such a controversial issue, citizens have a different viewpoints that are deemed “the right way.” Citizens’ viewpoints have grown stronger with the recent passing of Governor Phil Bryant’s initiative “1523.” The legislative measure claims, it is a person’s religious freedom to hire or sell to gay citizens. It is ironic that the measure upholds one person’s freedom but denies another. Since the constitution, America has claimed to be built upon the blessing of liberty for all. However, minorities groups: women, African Americans, immigrants have had to fight to be a part of this liberty. Mississippi’s bill, 1523, dishonors what the constitution upholds. No

While some states have began to embrace the civil rights of all American people and allowing both hetero- and homo-sexual couples to marry, some states have done quite the opposite and banned same sex marriages and unions. Not all Americans feel so strongly about legalizing same sex marriage. Those against same sex marriage believe marriage has been defined as being between a man and a woman. However, that has not always been true, as explained in the beginning of this paper, the ancient people commonly wed the same gender and them and also had same sex sexual relations (ProCon.org). In fact in the first century Nero the Emperor of Rome married at least two of his lovers who were men (Chastain 19.) It was not until Christianity became a wide spread religion that sodomy and homosexuality became immoral. Those who oppose the legalization of gay marriage also believe that same sex marriage will threaten the institution of marriage. Marriages since 2011 have been at a new low, with only 52 percent of adults being married (Yen). However gays are fighting for the right to marry who they love, while heterosexual couples take that for granted. Divorce rates are currently lingering around 40-50% that is without gays being able to be married in many states. By allow homosexuals to marry their significant others, it will allow for a stronger bond and maybe bring back life into the deteriorating world of marriage. In states that do allow for same sex marriages, their divorce rates are

America was founded on the ideals of freedom. Written into the first amendment of the constitution is the basic right to freedom of speech, press, protest, and religion. However, where does one draw the line to how far these freedoms can go? Are they limitless, or should they be regulated? In reality, the regulation of these freedoms is necessary, otherwise they could be interpreted and used in many different ways that are potentially detrimental. The main complication is how far to let these rights stretch, and when they must be cut off.

For five years Bill Flanigan and Robert Daniel lived like a married couple. By going to family reunions together, living together, and deeply loving each other. However, because of their law in their home state California, they were unable to legally wed. Despite this obstacle, they did everything they could to achieve the same legal status as heterosexual couples. They applied for domestic partnerships, they gave each other power of attorney, and they pulled their money. They considered themselves married. One day to a trip to Washington D.C, Robert had a health emergency. He was rushed to the hospital and intensive care unit. After following the ambulance all the way

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

The political issue of same-sex marriage has recently become one of the biggest debates of the 21st century. Its rise in popularity soared within the United States in 2000, when Vermont became the first state in the country to recognize these types of unions between same-sex couples. I believe that same-sex couples should not be denied of their right to marry, but there are several believable arguments, which contradict my opinion on the topic. These arguments include the beliefs that; allowing same-sex couples to wed will cause the institution of marriage to crumble, citizens of the United States should not have to pay taxes to support something which they believe to be wrong, and that the legalization of same-sex marriage could lead to

There are many reasons that individuals think that same-sex marriage will destroy the traditional way of marriage. One of the main points that are brought up is the person’s spiritualty. Each person in society has their own individual beliefs; some believe the same-sex marriage is incompatible with their views and since the government made the decision it is forces the person to disregard their own beliefs and accept it as their own. This is false, even though it is the law you don’t have to think its right and accept it as true, mentally. Though they do have to follow the law in the actual world, they don’t have to agree with it’s meaning and support it. There for people can keep their pre-conceived notion of the traditional way of marriage and have anybody be able to marry as the law. Another point that individuals bring up in the relation to

never voted for same-sex marriage, that their rights should not be granted. They also argued that the LGBT community should not be allowed to redefine marriage. As a result, the backer of Prop. 8 urged the gay community to take the issue to a ballot. Instead of allegedly conspiring with the judges to rule in their favor, which goes against the will of the people.

The news has recently said that a few gay activists showed their celebration of their victory on their rights for gay marriage by waving an American flag. The only issue is that the American flag was altered to their liking. They decided the good old stars and stripes was no longer good enough for them so they decided to have rainbowed stripes put on top of our flag. I understand that they have rights to celebrate or marry or whatever but they should not go unpunished for making a mockery of the flag that we have U.S soldiers constantly dying to represent. They thought it would be better if it had “a little more color” says an activist in an interview. They are trying to get the flag legally changed so people

There are many controversies surrounding today's world, such as abortion, animal testing, and social reform issues. It seems that no one can come to a common agreement on the legitimacy of these topics. Personal characteristics, such as upbringing, culture, religion and ethnicity, all play a role in determining one's feelings on a given controversial issue. However, one of the most protested and discussed issues in current political debate is same-sex marriage. There is no right or wrong answer to this question, only hard pressed arguments expressing speculation regarding supposed outcomes, benefits and possible tribulations that would come along with the endorsement of gay marriage. Such ideas are shown

John and Massey have been a couple since college. As growing up into being a couple things got serious between them they was starting to fall for each other more to a higher expectation stage. John and Massey started going out on dates every weekend, buying each other things and started living together having their own space to become close as lovers and not friends. As days arriving by John decided to propose to Massey even though he felt weird about it because they was gay. John and Massey have been thinking about getting married but as living in America today they realize some can be against gay marriage. John and Massey is kinda down about this situation because they fell they should become committed to each other more. People in America

As we know, same-sex marriage has been discussed and argued for a long time. Within the controversial topic of gay rights, there’s no area more controversial than same-sex marriage. And all of us ask ourselves if same-sex marriage should be legal or not. But the fact is that we have to start thinking about it as a moral and religious topic. The government shouldn’t legalize the same-sex marriage because the

People are born homosexual. If you are homosexual you cannot get married. That idea is ridiculous. On June 26, 2015, the US Supreme Court ruled that the US Constitution guarantees the right for same-sex couples to marry. Marriage is defined as a sacred bond of love between two people. Gay people also feel love therefore, they should be allowed the same rights as everyone else in this country. Homosexuality is an accepted lifestyle nowadays with a proven biological causation. The only thing that should matter in marriage is love and denying them this is a violation of religious freedom.