Political Viewpoints

Greater social acceptance of homosexuality along with legalization of gay marriage might produce more happiness for homosexuals. Moreover, if gay marriage were legalized throughout the country, then the full benefits of marriage would be extended to homosexuals, including benefits for Married couples that are obtained through tax policy, insurance coverage, and inheritance law. One of the most common non-consequentialist arguments against homosexual sex is that it is Unnatural, which it goes against nature. Natural law arguments against homosexuality And same-sex marriage have often traditionally been grounded in religious viewpoints on sexuality and the sanctity of heterosexual marriage. For example, many Christians and Jews who denounce homosexuality do so on the basis of Old Testament Bible verses such The Old Testament appears to permit polygamy. And the New Testament prohibits divorce. If we reject gay marriage on biblical grounds, should we also reject divorce and permit

When I took my first survey Political Typology, it said that I was a strong liberalist, a person that strongly believes that America's success is linked to its ability to change rather than relying on long-standing principles. Liberalists believe that good diplomacy – rather than military strength – is the best way to ensure peace. After taking the second survey it also says that I'm a libertarian, who abdicates maximizing individual rights and then attend the role of the state.

For the past 3 decades the views surrounding marriage has undergone a great deal of change (Lennox, 2015, p. 1101). This shift is due to the continual discussion of gay marriage. The interplay of religion and politics has led for much controversy. In the United States, the use of Christian and Jewish biblical texts are the main sources drawn upon for opposition, but have also been used as a supportive means of equality. Beyond the religious there are also psychological and physical health arguments, as well as civil rights arguments. Same sex marriage is examined through different paradigms, thus giving rise to religious, political/legal, and religious arguments surrounding the legalization of this institution for gay and lesbian couples.

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,

As far as religious or personal convictions, those opposed to gay marriage seem to rely on the teachings in the bible, as well as other doctrines specific to their denomination. For many opponents, the view of gays and their relationships are stained by sin, immorality, frivolity and abnormal behavior.

America is the land of the free; it is a place where people have the right to express words and form them into actions. Given the right to say what’s on their minds, Americans are well-known as an opinionated crowd. Political attitudes particularly have the tendency to come across strongly. Most of Americans’ political perspectives fall into two distinct parties: Democrats and Republicans. These groups have smaller groups within them, all based on varying public opinion.

The politics in the United States is known for its bipartidarial nature, with Democrats and republicans ruling the nation’s political scenery. These parties are both constantly shaping not only the face of politics, but the people’s dogmas and actions. After President Trump’s election, the whole nation became agitated. In the midst of all the riots, protests and controversy, the election has provided much more information about both parties and the people’s reaction to it showed how it affects the American people. Although there are some aspects in which Republicans and Democrats converge, their differences are the ones that show off the most. Even though it is valid that none have succeeded in making the best decisions for the nation whenever given the chance, the rhetoric provided by the democrats seems more fair to me, even though it cannot fulfill everyone’s wishes in the United States.

Where do you see the greatest differences between you and your district? How might these differences produce contrasting political perspectives (If it’s helpful, feel free to use example issues like taxation, immigration, abortion, voter ID laws, etc.)? (3 pts)

In America, there are two main ideologies, or organized set of ideas founded on basic principles: liberal and conservative (Kollman 331). Liberal ideology is focused on government action to alleviate social ills and pushing for social, political, and economic equality. Conversely, conservative ideology prioritizes limited government, free markets, individual liberty, and traditional American values. The Democrat Party aligns more with liberal values, while the Republican Party has ideological values that align more with conservatism. The Pew Research Center has divided the American public into eight politically engaged groups or “typologies,” along with a less engaged group labeled Bystanders. Assignment is based on individuals’ position on various social and political values—ranging from Solid Liberal all the way to Steadfast Conservative.

In today’s culture, there are several controversies that drive the forefront of social gatherings, private debate, and especially political races. Whether you know it or not, if you assimilate into society in anyway, you probably have an opinion on some issues in today’s culture. Some major topics in today’s news are abortion, gay marriage, and the legalization of marijuana. These issues have increasingly divided us as a society, and have also infiltrated into our political affiliation. The two major parties, Democrats and Republicans, have never been able to see eye to eye on theses issues as they deeply involve moral and negative culture impact.

Republicans and Democrats can agree that this election cycle is by no means normal. The American people have to choose between the bombastic Donald Trump, who is as committed to change the country as he is committed to offend everyone, or Hillary Clinton who seemed to be the obvious choice at first but not so much anymore. Election cycles can be simplified into three categories. The voter’s perspective, family values and the candidates image to the public. Joseph Burgo, George Lakoff and Maria Konnikova respectively presented these three ideas as essential interworking cogs of the subconscious electoral mind. According to them, most people have already decided who their favorite candidate is and it has nothing to do with the “issues”. So lets address the Elephant and Donkey in the room, who should America vote for?

     I didn’t feel that the questions in the quizzes favored one side, liberal or conservative, more than the other. After reading information about the two different classifications and taking these quizzes I do believe that they are

With careful research done I recognize myself as a Liberal. Some of the stuff that exerted my views to the left was the safety of the environment, fairness to humans, and the ability to have comfortable freedom.

American political culture has a number of ideals and values that differ among citizens. Political values are ideas expressing the attitude of social groups. Most of political socialization occurs during childhood and adulthood. Our political values can be affected by our environment. For example, people belonging to different family backgrounds or cultures, having different educational influences hear and learn from their family, friends or society things that affect political view.

As we know, same-sex marriage has been a prominent issue that has so many arguments not just in the United States, but around the world over many years now. There is absolutely nothing more controversial than same-sex marriage in gay rights topic. Everyone has different opinions about same-sex marriage whether it should be legal or not. We now have to consider two aspects that are moral and religious. These two form a fundamental belief that same-sex couples and opposite-sex couples are different. Based on the definition of marriage, the view of religion, bad effects to children, and the lifestyle that should not be encouraged; therefore, the government should not legalize the same-sex marriage.