An Argument for the Legalization of Gay Marriage

Some people believe marriage is a union between one man and one woman. The definition, at the moment, actually states just that; however, definitions change as time drives on, and I believe its time for a radical change. About ten percent of the population is homosexual, and many of them have legitimate reasons about why they want to get "hitched." Jennifer and Marie have been living together for eight years. They share a house, two cars, utilities, two children, and a puppy; however, their commitment is not legally recognized, they often receive little or to no help financially, and businesses often do not consider the couple as immediate family of one another. 

Marriage is a decision that all Americans, including homosexuals, should have the right to consider as marriage allows couples to receive special employment benefits and financial aid, permission to make legal decisions about inheritance, child custody, and visitation rights which could have been disregarded if there had been legal documentation of the partners' commitments.

Dee has "dated" Heather for four years and has decided to have a commitment ceremony. She works at a SITEL corporation, which is currently an "out-source" for a major wireless company. SITEL offers insurance and other benefits for married couples, such as pregnancy leave, even if your spouse is the one who is pregnant. Heather is having a child in a few months. Dee is not permitted take pregnancy leave because the baby is not hers and also because she does not have legal proof that they are committed. Dee will take her only sick day when Heather goes to the hospital.