Debating Same-Sex Marriages

The controversy between marriage equality and the exercise of religious freedom is a confliction between nondiscrimination laws and religious freedom laws. Religious freedom seemed to be an important aspect of an American citizen, after all it is the very first amendment to the constitution. With each American citizen being granted equality by the Civil Rights Act of 1964, discrimination made against an individual based on his/her sexual preference may seem to violate this act. In history, religious organizations typically been immune from state and local laws prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation. However, with the cases of Obergefell v. Hodges and Kim Davis this stance is challenged.

Gay marriage has been a recent controversy for many reasons. Many people (religious conservatives) believe that same-sex marriage is immoral, sinful, and threatens the traditional structure of a family. But gay and lesbian supporters feel marriage is a right that everyone should have, backed by the Due Process and Equal Protection of the Fourteenth Amendment. It has been proven that the outlook on gay marriage has changed drastically based simply on the fact that younger people had supported it and it just took time to gain enough approval from enough of the country to legalize it. Since most of 18-29 year-olds of 2006 supported same-sex marriage, “two-thirds of Americans think that same-sex marriage will eventually be legal in the United

John expresses that as a society couples are pushed towards marriage and divorce is highly discouraged. Gallagher, a same-sex opponent, holds that by endorsing same-sex marriage one also endorses same-sex families and this goes against children being with both biological parents. John recognizes that this argument has been created with good intent that children should have both a mother and a father. John also admits that the argument is not vulnerable to either “infertile couples” rebuttal, or the “compared to what” rebuttal. Still John sees this argument as a weak one. John points out that no research has been done to see if children do better in heterosexual stepfamilies or adoptive families than they do in same-sex families. To conclude, John asserts that in denying a group to marry sends a message that one is less than a full citizen and in excluding couples from marriage children are not

Gay marriage has been a controversial topic that is highly debated all around the globe, containing many of its own varying viewpoints and beliefs on both sides of the argument. Those who oppose same-sex marriage believe that it is a sacred bond that can only be kept sacred between a man and a woman, and that same-sex marriage will ruin the sanctity of marriage. Also, if gay marriage is allowed they believe that it will open the door to other non-traditional relationships to be accepted such as polygamy. Finally other key oppositions come from religious beliefs and standards. However the many that support gay marriage usually argue that everyone should have equal right to be in relationships with each other and receive the financial, emotional, and social benefits of marriage. I mean who really would be affected if same-sex marriage were to become legal? Nobody. If everyone feels that there is that special someone whom they are perfect for and will fall in love with, gay people would feel the same way. They deserve equal opportunity to not only find that perfect somebody but to be able to love them and get married. Leading to parenthood, and while gay couples are not able to have children on their own, that doesn’t mean they can’t adopt children off the street. However, several times have happened where a gay couple were put at the end of a waiting list or even denied completely just because of their sexual orientation. Other benefits to marriage are also tax breaks and

The controversial issue of gay marriage has recently been very much part of the centre of media speculation, due to the fact that Australian Labour Party Leader, Bill Shorten, has lately been aver strong supporter of the American legislation which legalised gay marriage throughout the United States. I strongly support Bill Shorten’s sentiments. (State points)

The nation watched the progress of the LGBT rights movement unfold right before its eyes in June 2015 when the Supreme Court decided, in Obergefell v. Hodges, that same-sex marriage bans were in violation of the US Constitution. The road to the nationwide legalization of same-sex marriage was a long and arduous one, but worthwhile for thousands of same-sex couples across the United States. With tensions high on both sides, Obergefell v. Hodges addressed long disputed constitutional questions, such as the roles of state and federal governments and the extent of the 14th amendment. In the end, this controversial case reaffirmed marriage as a fundamental right protected by the 14th amendment, which the Supreme Court ruled extends to opposite-sex

The Williams Institute at the UCLA school of Law estimates about 9 million americans identify as gay, bisexual, or transgender. The institute also found that bisexuals make up about 1.8% of the population, while 1.7% identify as gay. 0.7% of the population identify as transgender. Although only 37 states allow gay marriage, only one percent of gay couples were married in 2014. Same-sex marriage should be legalized in all states. The equality of all citizens did not exclude anyone identifying as gay, bisexual, or transgender. Same-sex marriage would benefit the economy, not only would everyone be able to marry freely, the economy would make the US would improve as a whole. Teaching the younger generation that discriminating against people because of their life choices is not the right thing. Discrimination is not a joke and no one should fall subject to it. The bible says, where there is love there is also god. The love found in every couple nation wide should have the ability to let their loved ones and family members join in their happiness with a ceremony.

In the reading, "Gay Marriage, Liberalism, and Recognition," the author, Jacob held argues that gay marriage should be recognized as legal because all arguments against gay marriage are not valid or compelling enough to deny rights and benefits to a whole group of people (pp.229).

Thank you for your post. I used a similar example about reversing the situation. What if a gay couple owned a bakery and a customer asked if they would make a cake saying that would say Gay marriage is wrong. The couple would most likely refuse as its goes against their beliefs. No one should have to force themselves to do something that they feel is morally wrong. I do not agree that Christian's are a protected group and it would be a different outcome. All citizens of the United States are protected by the equal protection clause of the fourteenth amendment, and justices apply this clause to all situations concerning this issue. What are your thoughts on the future of this issue? Will the people become more accepting of business

To be honest, lets just say that you are super in love with your boyfriend or girlfriend, now what would you do if someone told you that you cant be with that person because you guys are straight. What if everyone looked down upon people that were straight because the only “right” way is to be gay? Do you see what I’m getting at?

When a person thinks about marriage, they usually think of a man and a woman. With more and more people getting married, it is all opening the door to gay marriage. No matter whom the person is, or what sex they chose to marry they should be treated the same. If a man and man want to unite in marriage and announce their love to each other, they should be able to and it should be accept in our society. If a female and another female are inmate it is considered arousing however, if those same woman want to make a commitment to each other it is then deemed unacceptable. Why should society be able to dictate who gets to marry whom, and how they get to live their lives?

Although gay marriage has been legalized in all of the United States, the idea is still heavily debated. Richard Fitzgibbons, one of the various authors of the book Homosexuality: Opposing Viewpoints (Homosexuality is Caused by Psychological Trauma, p.36) believe that in order to get rid of pain, a person can be overcome by strong, erotic desires and actions, however, this does not entirely make sense. If a man were to be sexaully assaulted by another man, they would, more than likely remain straight, considering they were hurt by someone of the same sex.

A recent Supreme Court decision ruling that homosexual couples were, by law, allowed to marry sparked great debate when made public. Advocates for same love rejoiced, painting profile pictures in the colors of the rainbow and crying out that reform was attainable. On the flip side, opponents mourned the direction the nation was facing, firing back on social media with firm viewpoints but little else. For its highly controversial standing, the debate on gay marriage brings to light a question buried beneath the subject. How does the individual determine right from wrong? It would seem that a person’s morality is predetermined, but has the ability to change when external influences act upon it. When injustices arise, the person, based on his or her conscience, will step in and take action to right the wrong.

Same-sex marriage has been an issue among society for many years. Not all people understand there is no ban on same sex-marriage nor is it illegal. In all fifty states there are couples of the same sex who live together, ones who choose their professional job to be in a workplace where joint benefits are offered, and ones who choose a religious community which accepts their relationship. Those who believe this is an issue and feel it should be illegal were likely raised to believe it is wrong to marry someone of the same gender. Whether these people in society were raised by what their religion believes or what their families have

I…My chosen topic is Gay Rights- more specifically marriage equality. Public opinion in the U.S. shows the majority support for the legal recognition of same-sex marriages. This issue is more likely to be supported by women and people under 50. My thesis is that marriage equality a civil right, rights we are born with as a citizen of the U.S. which the government cannot interfere with or suppress. (Lecture Notes 8/27). Over the past decade, marriage equality has become an even larger and more controversial issue. The issue of same-sex marriage equality is being supported today in 33 states by the means of laws, court cases and social changes in our society.