... Supreme Court decision is far from clear. They could rule that every American is entitled to the right to same-sex marriage or they could allow states to keep bans on gay marriage or they could do something in between. In the meantime, gay-marriage advocates are pressing the issue at the state level. In addition to Rhode Island and Illinois, lawmakers in ... states, accounting for 15.8 percent of the U.S. population, according to the Human Rights Campaign, have approved gay marriage. A total of 38 states have either a state law or constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage. Stat...

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... child into their family. Since state laws vary on adoption rights, not every gay and lesbian person has the same ability to adopt. Only four states, Vermont, New Jersey, Massachusetts and California permit same sex couple adoption. Some states permit single people to adopt, others discourage it. Because ... gays are not allowed to marry, it can be hard for gay people to adopt a child in those states. Because Vermont has Civil ... in a two-parent heterosexual household. In fact, scientific studies have shown that children who grow up in one or two-parent gay or lesbian households fare ...

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... , especially as monitored, regulated, and promoted by the state. So in this article they talk about is that children who have parents with the same sex can be loved as just as children with both gender parents. As recent studies showed gay marriage results in better health care, and less anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. When it comes to same ... -sex marriage and physical or mental well-being, much of the focus has been on children. The way the country is going about same-sex marriage might just affect our future for the kids ... lawyers viewed the case as being more ...

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... , and it shouldn't be taken lightly. Today I will be telling you about the Bible verses that refer to gay marriage, important people in the political world's point of view on this issue, and the effects same-sex marriage will have on the country. Gay marriages are morally wrong, and I think that this issue needs to be taken seriously. According to the Bible, the ... views. California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has told his top legal official to act against the city of San Francisco for allowing gay marriages. He ordered the state's attorney general to take immediate steps to get a co...

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... as well as our personal opinion about this important issue. In today's world, the majority of society opposes the legalization of gay marriage because of their religious beliefs (i.e. entering into the sacred bond of marriage with someone of the same sex). The Christian Bible greatly influenced our growing nation's proposed government. Although there have been many amendments and alterations done to our ... practice an organized religion, and do not view this as a sin. According to the article from "Same Sex Marriages-Pros and Cons", there are several reasons that gay marriage should be...

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... multidimensional, and is much more about love and affection than it is about sex. People are not able to see this because they are too focused on the "gay" aspect rather than seeing the two people in love. This is what gay relationships are based on, mutual attraction, love and affection. Sex is way of expressing that love, just as it is for heterosexuals ... stems primarily from the fact that for many years, society has promoted the idea that a marriage between members of the same sex is ludicrous, mainly because of the objections raised" (Bidstrup 4). A large part of the reason people...

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... cause no matter what the circumstances are. Majority of the people who do not want gay marriage legalized are religious, and it is for that reason they oppose gay marriage. One of the true definitions of marriage is, "to join as husband and wife." There is no same sex orientation in that definition. As a Christian, you are taught to believe homosexuality is a sin ... . The church states that gay people choose their lifestyle, and are going to rot in hell for their immoral actions. The Bible teaches that it is wrong, and it ... under the country's constitution, the Charter of Rights and ...

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... of spouse under Ontario's Family Law Act (Smith, Max, B.C. Report Magazine, 1999). Custody and access laws pertaining to same-sex partners and their children have brought forth a lot of homophobia. Over the years, positive changes have slowly been made- "lesbian and gay men are increasingly able to obtain equal parenting rights, whether as a result of seeking custody and access, by means of ... child and a parent's behavior, or condition. Research also suggests that "there are no particular developmental or emotions deficits for children raised by gay or lesbian parents." (Dr. Michael E...

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... . Over the past years, President George Bush a many others had made homosexual marriages into a major issue in society bye trying to make same sex marriages illegal. Many couples grow angry towards President Bush and decided to get married. One celebrity that has this type of lifestyle is Rosie O"Donnell ... are seen as being normal and looked up to as role models, assurance their lifestyle being accepted by their children. Statistics show that 45% of gay males, and 20% of lesbians experience physical or verbal assault while in high school, and 28% of these teenagers feel forced to drop o...

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... are denied important benefits that are given to heterosexual couples. Personal moral disapproval of gay marriage is not a legitimate reason to deny same sex marriage. Denial of same sex marriage sends the message that it is alright for our people to discriminate and look down on the gay and lesbian communities in America. America is a country based on equality, and homosexuals should be allowed ... are given, nor should they stop marriage between two people that love each other. If our country does not allow same sex marriage, America is sending the message that it is ok to look down on...

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... way to aid orphaned children and give them loving homes. Recently, we can easily to see that gay marriage is still a hot debate in the United States when only 19 states have legalized same-sex marriage. During Barack Obama's second election, he received a huge wave of support for his promise ... to help same-sex marriage gain legality. Ten years ago, gay marriage was really unacceptable to Americans, but people fought and still continue to fight to make it so that same-sex marriage could become normal. The United States have come a long way ... from 2004, when Massachusetts was the firs...

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... consider placing children with homosexuals because of a shortage of families willing to take on problem children. Gay rights groups have applauded the policy change. Gay couples should not be allowed to adopt children. Those who agree with homosexual adoption say there should be no reference to sex or sexuality when a child is considered fro adoption. What matters is the commitment to provide a caring ... the parents. Also, if a single parent wants to adopt, they can't because the child needs the opposite sex parent in its life. And, while gay people can love them as much as straight, t...

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... would need to justify it being wrong. Men are usually stereotyped for thinking that men who are gay are not right, but attractive women being gay is ok. Personally I think that any case being attracted to the same sex, but I would rather watch two girls make out than two guys do so. I think that ... naturally men are more defensive towards gay men and women are defensive towards women who like women. However, in our society is hard to have ... like themselves and not like people's stereotype of their chosen sexuality I think that we should all get along. Society as a whole as begun to ...

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... message is being passed through the U.S government. The truth about how somebody determines whether or not they are gay is uncertain. Regardless those who are gay should not be penalized for what they are. All too often homosexuals are misunderstood and thought of as promiscuous sex maniacs, which may be true of some but not others, just like heterosexuals. Going back to the ... , however people seem to worry most about if the person they are working with is gay. Often time's people will claim that gay people make them feel uncomfortable and that they are afraid of being hit on by somebo...

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... equality that the lesbian, gay, and bisexual community is fighting for these days. Despite mass public same sex wedding ceremonies, families living as married couples, sometimes with children, and outspoken advocates for the equal right to marry, the law hasn't changed as of yet. Same sex marriages are still prohibited in ... know about the "good, old fashioned, God fearing people" who see it as their Christian duty to oppose the legalization of same sex marriages. They claim that if gay men and lesbians are allowed to be married, their constitutional rights will be violated as homosexua...

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... human. Yet, homosexuals are unable to obtain a marriage license anywhere in this country at this time. This needs to be changed; same-sex marriages should be legal in the United States of America. According to the Constitution, marriage is a civil right that all Americans are born with ... and incapacitated, the other spouse should be able to make decisions regarding their care and guardianship. This basic right of guardianship is denied to gay and lesbian couples, because, again, their committed relationships are not recognized under the law. If one partner is incapacitated, the other ...

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... activity going on around our country with states legalizing same-sex marriage almost every month. A teacher in a Pennsylvania high school, however, is making a big difference to students every year. She suggests her students read pro-gay books and watch documentaries or movies about it. Though some ... quot; (USA Today). This century old organization that has produced men like astronaut Neil Armstrong and President Gerald Ford, will not allow openly gay individuals to participate in the organization. People like Sally Ride, an accomplished astronaut, could not be a part of the Boy Scouts...

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... a family". However, the working definition of marriage is being challenged, and many people feel that marriage should be changed to fit a "gay and lesbian lifestyle". This pressure to change the definition of marriage needs to be considered seriously. If the definition of marriage needs to be changed ... gay people want to modify the way the word marriage is defined? People might state that the divorce rate is high enough so what would be the harm of allowing same-sex marriages. I don't see how this would bring the divorce rate down. Just because they are the same sex, ... does not mea...

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... a family". However, the working definition of marriage is being challenged, and many people feel that marriage should be changed to fit a "gay and lesbian lifestyle". This pressure to change the definition of marriage needs to be considered seriously. If the definition of marriage needs to be changed ... gay people want to modify the way the word marriage is defined? People might state that the divorce rate is high enough so what would be the harm of allowing same-sex marriages. I don't see how this would bring the divorce rate down. Just because they are the same sex, ... does not mea...

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... to be some new major argument in the news from abortion to war. Now people are fighting over whether or not same sex marriage should be allowed. An article "Gay Marriage Will Be Accepted - Eventually" by Philip Gaily, recently appeared in the Honolulu Star Bulletin on August 1, 2003. The ... excluded. Laws are created or changed every day, and they become accepted by Americans. Same sex marriages won't be any different. Both sides will argue for a wile, but eventually the public will see gay marriage as another basic right and freedom of choice. Why the big deal about legal marriage ......

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... since it is an 'unofficial' marriage. This is what happening to Australian homosexual couples whose marriages are not recognized. Albeit voted as one of the most gay-friendly country, Australia still bans same-sex marriage, after the passing of the Marriage Amendment Act in 2004, in which the government chose to update and amend the Marriage Act 1961 and insert the ... is legalized so that couples have access to the same benefits enjoyed by opposite-sex married couples. Since there is greater social reluctance to recognize the legitimacy of same-sex relationships, the benefit of au...

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... that, for most people, though they would argue differently, isn't an issue of right or wrong, but what makes them feel uncomfortable. The issue of gay marriages is a very controversial one, for obvious reasons. It makes people uncomfortable, it is not the "norm", and to many people it is immoral ... . However, there are valid arguments on both sides of the issue. People for the legalization of gay marriages argue that denying gays these marriage rights is a violation of religious freedom, that state and church are supposed to be separate. Another argument ... woman. Also, they argue is wo...

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... States. This issue is put into many different aspects including morals, family values and religion; and those of equality, constitutionality, and right to privacy. The controversy is that homosexuals are 'gay' due to a combination of factors. These factors are environment, and society, the outside influences, and genetics. Hence, homosexuals do not decide their own sexuality, nor do heterosexuals. Therefore ... relationships. Throughout the country and in other countries there has been a numerous increase in the marriages of homosexuals. Same sex marriages defy the laws of Christianity, a...

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... those suffering from homophobia. To put it in the words of the Catholic church, "the Vatican condemns homosexuality as "intrinsically evil" (Gay Today). The Gay Liberation Movement that began 60 years ago has made progress in our churches" by accepting some homosexuals into their congregations today. However, ... however "apart from the Italian Catholic church there is hardly any organized religious opposition to the rights of gay Europeans. Same-sex unions are a reality in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and the Netherlands. France and Germany have both enacted strong domestic-partnership laws...

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... those suffering from homophobia. To put it in the words of the Catholic church, "the Vatican condemns homosexuality as "intrinsically evil" (Gay Today). The Gay Liberation Movement that began 60 years ago has made progress in our churches" by accepting some homosexuals into their congregations today. However, ... however "apart from the Italian Catholic church there is hardly any organized religious opposition to the rights of gay Europeans. Same-sex unions are a reality in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and the Netherlands. France and Germany have both enacted strong domestic-partnership laws...

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