Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage

Out of all the thousands of rights, marriage equality; equal acceptance of same-sex marriages; is the biggest controversy. Opposite sex couples believe that gay marriage will harm or destroy marriage all together if it is allowed, because it is not a ‘traditional’ marriage between one male and one female. Only banning same-marriage will destroy marriage and society. Marriage is a keystone of our social order. Studies show that the United States has one of the highest divorce rates when compared to other countries (infogr.am). Allowing gays the privilege to get married will increase marriage rates and less couples will get divorced due to not being attracted to the opposite sex. The Williams Institute on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Law and Public Policy, which has conducted previous studies on same-sex relationships and parenting, collected administrative data on divorce rates between lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender couples from New Hampshire and Vermont. The data found that same-sex couples divorced at an average rate of 1.1 percent annually between the two states, compared with 2 percent annually between heterosexual pairs

In the past, the definition of Marriage was a union between a man and a woman, but not anymore; today it has changed to a union between two individuals. Times have changed Mr. Prime Minister and the term of Marriage has been redefined. Society has come to learn and accept that being gay is not a choice or a sickness and that gay couple should have the right to be legally united with the ones they love. We live in the land of which my generation’s great grandparents have been fighting to establish, a county which they can be free in. We must promote equality rather than creating second class citizens. Sadly, these individuals are being deprived of their right to marry. We work, vote, and pay taxes. Just like I have my civil duties Mr. Prime Minister, I should have my civil rights. When this basic right is being prevented from these equal individuals, it sends a wrong message to the

The legalization of same sex marriage has been fuming since the 20th century. Gay marriage is very important to this society, gay marriage is when someone who is the same sex wants to get married and love each other. Gay marriage is relevant as to regular marriage. Legalizing same sex marriage is very difficult because of discrimination, religious reasoning or people who just don't support it at all. Even though people don't support gay marriage one hundred percent everyone should have the opportunity and benefits to enjoy to love and marry who they want.

Religious leaders are giving only a few examples to explain their view that it is wrong for gay couples to marry. One argument of religious leaders is that in the Christian Bible marrying the same sex is a sin. They are saying this is not the choice God would want someone to choose. Religious leaders are also stating that the Bible states that God intended marriage to be one man and one woman until death (Sullivan, 2004). Leaders are also stating that God created marriage to let people have children and two individuals of the same sex cannot naturally conceive a child (Sullivan, 2004). Christian followers believe that children should only be born to the “traditional” married couples (Mohr, 2005). Religious leaders fear that untraditional couples having children will threaten the traditional marriage and values of the Christian faith (Mohr, 2005). The gay community does not see it that way. They feel as though they are able to provide for the child and give the child love and morals then they should be able to have children. Some people believe that the ability to have children is a civil and human right in this country.

Imagine a world where heterosexuals are the minority. Straight people would be the ones fighting for the same rights as homosexuals. Same-sex marriages would be average and normal, while straight marriages would be frowned upon and considered unholy in the eyes of religion. Heterosexuals would be denied service at restaurants because of their sexuality, they would be called derogatory names while holding their partner’s hand and most importantly, they would be denied the right to marry the one that they love. Does that not sound wrong? Now imagine living that life every day; that is how homosexual individuals lived with gay marriage bans. Even though it was a small step for

It appears people are less frequently getting married to hide being gay than in the past. Now it has be-come more prominent socially. The legalization of gay marriage has led to more people feeling comfortable coming out. There are definitely still people that hide being gay due to family, friends, or religious lack of acceptance. This could af-fect treatment of patient if they do not fully tell the physician their full sexual history. In the video, one of the characters said, “everything in its own time”. A person should not be pressured to come out, he or she can take their time and come out when the time is right. If a younger person is not comfortable having this conversation or is afraid to come out then it is important for the

The legalization of gay marriages is one of the most controversial issues throughout particularly in modern life. This paper, based on secondary research, arguing for legalizing same-sex marriage through specific analysis of its positive influences. In particular, there are two main benefits regarding society as well as economy. The finds of the research indicate that gays or lesbians are completely an important part of society. Therefore, they must have the rights to live and marry legally as other opposite-sex couples. Finally, based on findings, the paper draws the conclusion that same-sex marriages should be admitted and legalized all over the world.

Some argue that same-sex couples can’t procreate. While this is partly true, this shouldn’t be a reason not to marry. If it was a valid reason, it would mean heterosexual couples who cannot conceive couldn’t marry. Out of the reproductive-age population, around 12 percent of couples are infertile. This means that if infertility would be a reason not to get married, 7.3 million females and their partners in the United States alone wouldn’t be able to marry (Hinders 1). But, besides that, there are ways same-sex couples are able to have children. One way that is beneficial to everyone is adoption. There are around 400,000 children in foster care in America. Out of that 400,000, more than 100,000 are awaiting adoption (“About” 2). Same-sex couples adopting is a good thing, as it decreases the rate of children needing to be adopted and allows same-sex couples to have children. Another advantage is that as far as we know, having same-sex parents does not really have a negative effect on children. In 2010,

It has been clarified that same-sex couples who may only enter into a civil union, has faced to a marriage, they have denied equal access to all the benefits, rights, and privileges provided by federal law to those of married couples, that has adverse effects on the wellbeing of same sex partners. Gay marriage is one of the most controversial issues in the modern world. For the previous thousand years, marriage has been recognized as the social union between a man and a woman. In most cultures across the nation, homosexuality was viewed with disdain, and marriages between same-sex couples were forbidden.

Gay marriage is an up and rising controversial issue, until seven years ago it wasn’t common to come around others of the same sex married. In a span of seven years numbers raised from ⅓ to over ½ of the homosexual community that are now married to another partner. This topic caught my attention because several of my family members including the newest member my older sister, are now considered a part of the homosexual community, and it seems as time goes on this population continues to grow. For the past thousand years, marriage has been recognized as the social union between man and woman. Same-sex marriage is the legal union between two people of the same gender. Throughout history, same sex unions have taken place around the world, but laws recognizing such marriages did not start occurring until more modern times. In most cultures across the world, homosexuality was viewed as wrong, and marriages between same-sex couples were forbidden. The issue of gay marriage has been a raging battle since the late twentieth century. The individual States are left to determine the laws that govern this situation today. Gays and other liberals feel that they have a right to join together in harmony, while the conservative groups in the United States fight this situation persistently. Gay marriage can be a touchy subject for some and the way people were brought up could ultimately affect their views and opinions. With an increased tolerance for homosexuality in today’s society, the

Marriage provides a foundation of support for people hoping to start a family as well as to families that are already formed. An argument often heard from people against same sex marriage is that the intended purpose of marriage is for procreation. However, a number of married heterosexual couples and older couples who wed later on in life choose not to have children. Also, this doesn’t factor in the number of gay men and women who are already parents. Additionally, same-sex couples have many of the same choices as heterosexuals when it comes to having children. For example, adoption, artificial insemination, sperm donors, and surrogates are all options for starting or growing a family. It’s also important to think

Same-sex marriage should be legalized since it is the natural form of the marriage evolution, part of human rights and able to prevent psychological stress from the LGB community. (LGB- lesbian, gays and bisexuals)

Gay rights is a very popular issue in American politics that asks ask the question “Should same sex marriage be recognized legally.” Some Americans support gay rights and believe all homosexuals deserve the right of protection from discrimination. They do not believe marriage would devalued but would allow homosexuals to have same benefits and security as heterosexual couples. Some of the rights same-sex marriages would be entitled to include: eligibility of health insurance through each other’s employers, visitation rights in hospitals and jails, and the right to sue over wrongful death of a partner, right to refuse to testify against spouse in court, tax and Social Security benefits. Opponents of the gay rights movement believe marriage is between one man and one woman. They believe it is a wrong and unnatural act that devalues the institution of marriage. They believe marriage is meant to foster two-parent families that are the foundation of our society. Gay rights have been a controversial issue for many years, but until recently there had not been any real progress in ensuring same-sex couples have the rights they deserve that are given to heterosexual couples and crushing the belief that being who they are is wrong or shameful.

Supporters of gay marriage argue around the concept of equality in America. Our country is said to be found on the principle that all men are created equal, so that make it hypocritical to deny the rights of homosexuals, as it was hypocritical to deny freedom to African Americans or to prohibit women 's suffrage. Supporters also believe that Gays should be allows the same benefits as regular married couples. For instance, only through marriage do same sex couples have the rights to their partner 's insurance benefits, Social Security, Medicare, or property inheritance. Also, without a legally recognized marriage, gay partners cannot be acknowledged as next of kin in the case of a medical emergency or incapacitation. Denying someone their

In our time the traditional viewpoint that we have previously exerted in relationship to the definition of a family is being challenged more than ever before. Regardless of whether or not that is through grandparents raising children, foster children and adopted children being raised in families, single parenting, interracial couples, etc. One of the most talked about issues of our time is the legality of same sex union/marriages. The standpoint that many take on this issue is one rooted very deeply in traditions and personal beliefs. There is a constant conflict of opinions. However, research consistently that relationships between families are tied together based off of the quality of the relationship and child outcomes compared to the sexual orientation of the parents.