... up in a household with two gay or lesbian parents, who undoubtedly show their affection for each other quite openly, would not lean with somewhat of a tendency toward homosexuality him or herself. Indeed, the "healthy sexual identity" (Anonymous #2, 1997; 02B) of the child is at risk. By having an atypical upbringing instilled with deviant moral values, he or she is presented with a skewed perception ... being a gay or lesbian is a choice and not a genetic factor. When God created people, he created a man and woman to create another human being, instead of a man and man or woman and wom...

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... many fears about what gay marriages would do to the traditional values of the family and the future of the institution of marriage. Some people think if gay marriages are legalized, then this act of "immoral" behavior will start a chain reaction that will eventually destroy the idea of a sacred marriage. However, what is the definition of a sacred marriage? Why wouldn't a homosexual marriage be viewed as ... are two separate institutions. Also, marriage qualifies couples for certain benefits, such as insurance benefits, joint ownership of property, and tax filing status. These things s...

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... ideals upon Americans. Why are we as Americans allowing this blissful arrogance to continue? Haven't we learned anything throughout our imprudent history of segregation? For far too long Americans have rested secure in the belief that homosexuality is a form of rebellion and an excuse to be promiscuous, but we need to step back from our bias beliefs and realize that they're different ... strokes for different folks. Now, let's take a second to examine the incongruousness of this controversial concern, shall we? Section 1 of DOMA amends United State Code to allow any ... hiding behind w...

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... the high court in the state as one that the only way to make a social change was to change the laws and the way they read in books currently. The definition of a: ""Civil Union" means that two eligible persons have established a relationship pursuant to this chapter, and may receive benefits and protections and be subject o the responsibilities ... and so they do not think it is fair or right to be discriminated because of how they were born. One of the arguments that upset a lot of people was when gay activists compared being born homosexual to being born with mental retardation. This ...

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