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Herein, I put gay marriage and same-sex civil unions in a different perspective. We need to respect the 'copyright' the Church has on marriage...

An article about the changing face of marriage in America as it pertains to same gender marriages, compared with the civil rights movement of the past.

When entering a debate, it's important to define the terms. The point of this paper will be to bring out the differences of these two terms and argue why civil unions should be legal in the United States.

Gay marriage is something of a new idea, yet gay love has been taboo for centuries. Just recently has it become a legal issue, even as homosexual behavior has become commonplace in our society.

Check here to see my views about the California Gay Marriage decision as it might relate to McCain, Clinton, and Obama.

In this essay, I argue why I support gay marriage, even though I am a Christian. I argue on the separation of church and state, as well as the fallibility of mankind.

In a stunning victory for gay marriage advocates, the Massachusetts Legislature voted to block the citizens of Massachusetts from having a vote on a proposed amendment to the state constitution that would have ended gay marriages in the state.

Only recently Rudolph Giuliani supported gay marriage, but now, to get the Republican vote, he fully opposes it.

The word marriage is merely a scapegoat in the fight for gay civil unions. Take that one word away and what is left to argue over but the fears and prejudices of many Americans.

There is such a debate over gay marriage in this country, so I decided to look at the top ten reasons why gay marriage should be banned.

Many social conservatives oppose homosexuals' rights to gay marriage. Here are the reasons they give, as well as some easy logic that debunks those reasons.

According to the ruling made by the California Supreme Court, same-sex marriage is now legal! This makes California the second state, after Massachusetts, where gay and lesbian couples may now wed.

Satirical news article in the style of "The Onion", intended to point out the silliness of predicting damaging effects from same-sex marriage.

A Vermont representative has introduced a bill to replace the current civil union law and allow gay marriage in the state.

Anti gay marriage proponents worry about the effects that legalization of gay marriage will have on society, I am hoping to alleviate some of their fears, and make some headway.

The Gay Marriage Amendment debate has tended to focus on the conflicting moral issues. But what about the legal issues? What does this amendment mean for transgendered individuals? And will those who perform same-sex marriages face jail time?

Having heard discussions in Congress regarding a constitutional amendment protecting traditional marriage, I am bothered by the way both parties are approaching it.

Those against gay marriage generally use a deontological argument or slippery slope arguments. Those in favor of gay marriage tend to use arguments for human needs, civil rights, and justice.

Gay marriage is an issue that shouldn't matter to real Republicans

Interracial marriage, like same-sex marriage, was considered unnatural and would ultimately lead to the destruction of a sacred institution.

Should the definition of marriage be a government controlled one? Or should that be up to individuals? How America allows itself to be steadily drawn away from the original idea of Liberty and Justice for All.

With New Hampshire soon becoming the fourth state in the U.S. to offer legal recognition to gay and lesbian relationships, the "traditional marriage" debate is once again heating up.

A Series of Articles on the Marriage Issue Coast to Coast.

When the government tries to regulate marriage, it is interfering with religion, because marriage is a sacred bond that ties in with faith. I think it is necessary for the government to cut off all ties with marital policy.

Legal theorists question the purpose of having state-sanctioned marriage and argue that the goals of civil, as opposed to religious or otherwise private, marriages would be better achieved through an abolition of the legal institution of marriage.

Marriage is a decision that all Americans should have the right to consider. Marriage allows couples to receive special employment benefits and financial aid, permission to make legal decisions about inheritance, child custody, and visitation rights.

Following last week's United States Senate vote on a proposed constitutional amendment defining marriage as a union between a man and a woman, what is next for this issue?

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Gay marriage is the epitome of non-issues taking over the political landscape.

The struggle for marriage equality suffered a setback recently when Washington State's Supreme Court refused to find the state's Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutional.

Read the facts on same-sex marriage law throughout the world and in the USA.

With the divorce rate so high, the traditional marriage is taking a big hit for the team. Concerned about the state of marriage today? Worried about the divorce rate? Losing confidence in the sanctity of the union? Not me.

Critics of homosexual marriage claim that it goes against traditional values - but whose values are these, and why can't tradition change?

Relationship advice columnist Zuri helps a man move past the indecision that keeps him from ending his marriage and moving out.

What can the Solar System, magnetic compass, energy, emission spectra, lasers, activation energy of a chemical reaction, periodic table of elements, chemical bonding and the Activity series of elements tell us about love and relationships? To find out, just read on!

You just went through a hard time, take away a learning experience from it. Take time to heal. This article will give you some sound advice on dating after a divorce.

If you are looking to attract blessings into your life, then you can start by having a relationship with God and by beleiving that something will come into existence.

When our relationships fail, we are still loved by God.

Often, people are wary of pursuing relationships after they have been through a divorce, but the end of a marriage shouldn't mean the end of dating altogether. Follow these guidelines for successful dating after divorce.

Learn to love yourself as a single before venturing out into the world of dating. When you're ready these four basic tenets will direct you towards success at dating after divorce or a long term relationship has ended.

The problem statement is being proposed for research: How do people in marriage relationships detect deception?

With the ongoing debate about gay marriage in the country right now, I've got to ask: what's the big freakin' deal?

Gay marriage is another "hot" topic in our communities. A struggle that would forever go on as long as the topic of abortion goes on.

Same-sex, or "gay" marriages have, throughout history, been recognized in various cultures. Homosexual marriages are as traditional as are heterosexual marriages, and should be legally recognized in the United States.

As the power of activist courts increases, does it undermine our sense of American democracy? Particularly concerning the issue of gay marriage on a federal level?

Gay marriage has been a hot-button issue for the past several years. Afraid For, not Afraid Of is a concise treatment of that issue from a Biblically balanced point of view.

Isabella Miller, an eight year old girl,may decide the fate of gay marriage! Her mother Lisa Miller, a born-again Christian who left the homosexual lifestyle six years ago,is fighting for custody against lesbian Janet Jenkins.

A overview of the California Supreme Court Ruling and the views of the presidential candidates on gay marriage.

Monday was a big win for gay rights and couples wishing for the chance to wed. Judge Richard Kramer of San Francisco County's trial-level Superior Court rules that the ban on gay marriage was "unconstitutional"

An argumentative research essay on the issue of gay marriage.

Civil unions and gay marriage are becoming a reality. Are you and your partner ready to take the big step?

an article/ blog about my love and prode for a city that has been fighting for gay rights for decade. the srticle was inspired by California's Supreme Court decision to remove the ban on gay marriage.

A huge turn in the battle over gay marriage,..What has happened and what you need to know...

Should Gay Marriage be on top of the list or shouldn't there be a focus on equal rights instead?

My opinion of the gay marriage laws

Religious conservatives want gay marriage totally banned. Gay-rights advocates want it universally accepted. Here's my idea for a compromise: cease any federal recognition of marriage altogether.

Many believe that gay marriage represents an equal right. I respectfully submit, however, that it represents a special right. Traditional marriages and families have been the foundation of all of the great, thriving and happy civilizations on Earth.

A discussion of whether or not gay marriage should be legal.

The war on gay marriage is distracting, bigoted, legally baseless, and ultimately waged in vain. Gay marriage is coming. Get used to it.

An article outlining the REAL reasons why laws against gay marriage should be abolished (from a heterosexual female's standpoint).

Gay marriage will in no way impact the status of straight married couples - so why are so many people against it?

The fight for legal gay marriage mirrors the fight to end miscegenation laws.

I choose to examine how different political parties have come to define gay marriage. I tried to stray away from main media sources because I believe that while they are bias they whitewash to seem "fair and balanced". Instead, I went on a hunt for independent sources..

This article discusses both sides of the Gay Marriage issue as well as some background, historical, and legal information.

On August 30, Judge Robert Hanson issued an order in the Iowa District Court for Polk County which declared a state law banning gay marriage unconstitutional. Since then, Iowa has been engulfed in a fire storm of debate over gay marriage.

At look at the Gay Marriage Issue and how people seem to put up a false support and not really tell the truth on their stand on the issue.

South Africa recently legalized gay marriage. It just goes to show how far the United States lags behind when it comes to citizens' rights- a country that has only been a democracy for a little over a decade is already promoting tolerance over prejudice.

As the consideration for gay marriage in California makes its rounds through the courts and legislature, everyone is affected.

Nowadays, homosexual mariage is on the minds of many people, including poiticians. But, at what cost are we to allow homosexual marriage? What residual effects may occur, or must we be willing to accept?

The Defense of Marriage Initiative would require couples to have children within three years or forfeit all marriage benefits.

It seems that conservatives are only opposed to government getting involved with social policy (and marriage IS social policy) when it doesn't benefit them...

Why homosexual marriage should be legalized as a matter of civil rights, and the leaders of the religious right are misleading their followers.

People have thrown a litany of reasons as to why they oppose same-sex marriage. But do any of these reasons really stand up?

Sweden has long been one of the free-est and most progressive countries in the world. Having allowed gay civil unions since 1995, it now looks like the call to strike any gender reference in marriage laws is going to pass and go into effect in 2008.

This is a policy Analysis on the inequality of marriage options in the United States. I discuss the problem, suggest alternatives and then conclude with a policy recommendation.

In a landmark decision, the California Supreme Court today announced their decision that any ban on same-sex marriage violates the state constitution, in a 4-3 vote.

California issues a ruling that domestic partnerships aren't a sufficient substitute for marriage.

California has just overturned their ban on same-sex marriage. There are some happy people in California today, and some unhappy ones.

An argument in favor of the legalization of same-sex marriage.

Not only do we have the Superbowl, we now have legal recognition of same sex marriage. Though same sex marriages couples still can not marry in New York, their marriage must be recognized as valid and not discriminated against legally. It's a start.

Gay sex became legal in West Virginia on June 1, 1976. The Religious Right is taking a step backward as they fight to keep the queer couples from pledging their during a public ceremony enjoying the protections straight people do.

This is an my opinion regarding why same-sex marriage should be legalized in the United States.

Why do we allow this unnatural trash to go on?

Are any of you really wishing and have what it takes to risk all of that, simply because you disagree with a sexual lifestyle?

Opinions on two hot button issues

the results of the past Jewish seminar in New York

Honestly? I'm ashamed. I was born and raised here, and I think a hell of a lot of people need to think about this constitutional amendment in a logical and humanitarian way instead of a religious way. Who cares what I think? Maybe you do...

Do the freedoms of our country extend to same sex unions? Or do gays and lesbians fall outside the rights of our nation?

An editorial railing against one of the most callous uses of a social issue to obscure political futility.

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I explore the morality, ramifications, and deeper issues of this controversial topic.

Christians need to quit focusing on everyone else and take a look at themselves

When presidential candidate Al Sharpton was asked about his views on gay marriage, he replied, "That is like asking do I support black marriage or white marriage." Mr. Sharpton's words bring up an interesting question:

Most people look at the big picture when electing a President, but southern conservatives use two issues to decide electability.

Homosexual wedlock causes unjust tension in most; California has done the right thing.

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