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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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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...

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?

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.

The reversal to the gay marriage ban in California was overturned by the California Supreme Court on May 15th, 2008. Already, it is in trouble.

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

Call it a partnership or anything else, but not "Marriage." Gay parenting cannot sustain the right of any child. There cannot be two Daddies or two Mommies, only one of a kind: One Mother and one Father, not two of the same sex.

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

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.

A profound development just happened in the development of gay marriages in this country. And, no, it has nothing to do with Ellen DeGeneres marrying her longtime companion. This time it's with an Oregon Native-American tribe re-energizing the concept of tolerance...

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.

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

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

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?

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

My feelings on why gay marriages are to be accepted by society. This is just my opinion, I'm sure there are lots that still believe it is wrong. Please, view my points I have, and understand, people are people. Gay, sraight or bisexual, we are all the same, we are people.

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.

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

Sixteen states are looking at getting gay adoption bans on the November ballot. Perhaps these states should instead be looking at the neglect they are giving needy kids.

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

This article discusses why gay marriages are not as bad as they are made out to be.

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?

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

Where to stay eat and play when you are Gay in Columbus, Ohio.

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

There are issues that bind everyone in this country together. Whether gay, lesbian, transgendered, bisexual, or even straight, we understand all too well the horror of Tuesday, September 11th, 2001. A day that will live infinitely.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie claim to be friends of the gay community yet two of the largest issues for gays, they do more of a disservice to in their actions - marriage and HIV.

While reading articles on AC about gays and homosexuality, I have found many great articles. I have also found many disturbing (and sometimes hilarious) anti-gay articles. I think these people really believe in what they write too!

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.

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.

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

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

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

Two of the biggest arguments against gay marriage are the sanctity of marriage and the preservation of the family. So let's have a look at what the family really is and what has been done to marriage without the help of our homosexual counterparts.

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.

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.

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.

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

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...

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

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

It is often said that while we live in a generally free country, the system is not perfect. Legalizing gay marriage, like civil rights for African-Americans, would draw us closer to that perfect state of freedom.

the results of the past Jewish seminar in New York

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

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?

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

Opinions on two hot button issues

This article examines a few of the arguments that people use to argue against gay marriage and argues against them. Specifically, the article looks at things such as civil unions versus gay marriage; the sanctity of marriage and religion.

This article deals with various aspects of gay marriage.

Arguments against gay marriage don't hold water. Giving gay unions the same recognition as straight ones is the only right thing to do.

Critics of gay marriage rights have already set the stage for efforts to overturn the decision in California.

Gay rights groups are upset at Tony Dungy for speaking at an event sponsored by a group against gay marriage. These gay rights groups should pick on somebody else.

Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney insisted that he is not anti-gay, but he is against same-sex marriage.

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.

Israel's Supreme Court ruled that government must recognize same-sex marriages performed elsewhere. Israel does not allow same-sex marriages to be performed within the country.

Micha Clark,of the American Family Association of Indiana claims that Gays and Lesbians will degrade and render marriage meaningless, but HETEROSEXUAL, wife beaters, adulterers and 3 time divorcee's have managed to f*** up the institution of marriage with no help from us.

In this article, I examine the Same sex Marriage issue from both the standpoint of an American, and from what I see of what the Christian Bible as the priorties of the Christian faith. I expect some will call me a heretic. I can live with that.

a brief look at homosexual rights both in history and modern times. Also reasons why I think same sex marriage should be legal.

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.

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..

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

I belive firmly my voice in support of the equal rights of all to civil marriage and in support of respect for the constitution is consistent with my Catholic faith.

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.

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

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 legal