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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.

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...

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.

The United States Supreme Court is being asked to decide whether one state can be forced to recognize the same sex civil union of another state, against the laws of another state. The issue could also affect visitation concerning the biological child of one litigant.

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

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?

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

On February 9, 2007, Colombia passed its first law in favor of fairness for gay couples. Colombia's highest court, the Constitutional Court, decided that same-sex couples who live together could have the same property rights as straight couples.

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The New Jersey State Supreme Court has ruled that homosexual couples must receive the same rights and benefits as heterosexual couples. Will legal homosexual marriage be the answer in New Jersey?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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?

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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!

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

The debate on Gay/Lesbian adoption is on-raging, and there seems to be no right answer. This research aims at understanding current ideological tennets, within the US, that lead to widespread anxiety about Gay/Lesbian adoption.

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:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

The time has come for us to allow Gay persons to enjoy the same benefits heterosexuals enjoy in the US.

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 look at the former mayors stand on gay rights and gay marriage.

how have gay rights movements in foreign countries impact gay rights in the United States?

the state of NJ became one of the few states to legalize gay marriages

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Arguments have been made for and against the government allowing homosexual couples to marry. Some have called for a constitutional amendment defining marriage as a union of one man and one woman. While I agree the government should not provide homosexual marriages...

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.

the impact of children from society who come from gay parents: a comparative analysis

1960s and 1970s America. The Civil Rights, Free Speech, Women's Liberation and Gay Rights Movements.This twenty year span in American history served as the perfect time for the voices of black women to let their voices be heard by the dominant culture.

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 Vermont court ordered a woman to pay $240 a month child support to her former lesbian civil-union partner.

This article discusses homosexuality in the realms of politics, social rights, and the law.

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.

taking a closer look at homosexual marriage and civil unions

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?

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

Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan lean slightly westward and harbor less hostility toward gays than their neighbors do. While not oases for gay matchmaking and culture, they have decriminalized homosexuality and allow gay clubs to stay open.

Michael Glatze, once a leader in the "gay rights" movement and a publisher of the Young Gay America magazine has renounced his lifestyle of homosexuality and activism after becoming a born again Christian.

Polina Skibinskaya, editor of HOW TO MOVE TO CANADA, a comprehensive, practical, easy to use guide to Canadian immigration, explains what Canada's family sponsorship policies mean for same-sex families.

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

Finally humanity is beginning to give in and adopt a defeatist attitude where no one wants to stand up for truth that everyone is aware of. We are so scared of "offending" someone that we'd rather see destroy our society than face up to what's wrong.

The Ex-gay movement claims to be turning homosexual into straight people. This is a conundrum. I do not believe that people can change from one gender to the other.

A record number of Fortune 500 companies are offering protections to gay and lesbian workers and their spouses.

With the growing acceptance for homosexuality and same sex marriage, the issues of homosexual and same sex parenting has received greater attention.

In the United States, issues surrounding homosexuality have always been a controversial topic. Since the establishment of the United States as an independent country, some aspect of homosexuality has been criminalized.

Here, Mr. Stolyarov makes an appeal to everyone on the political Right to cease attacking homosexual individuals as immoral, obscene, vicious, flawed, self-destructive, or unnatural.

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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.

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"

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.

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.

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

In the debate of Civil Unions vs. Marriage, I postulate that maybe Civil Unions are the answer everyone is truly seeking. Take a look:

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

A discussion of the status of gay rights today.

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

The question is not, "Do people choose to be gay?" but "Do we choose to live in a truly free society?"

Isaac Lethbridge was found beate, burned, and unresponsive in the home of Charlise Adams-Rogers. She now faces termination of her parental rights to her adopted children. The verdict came on Nov 13th

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

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.

This paper covers some of the differences between Civil Unions and Marriages. Also covered are reasons why same-sex marriages should be allowed and why many people are frightened of same-sex marriages.

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.

In a Supreme Court ruling in the state of California, the anti-gay marriage law has been overturned and gay couples will be allowed to marry. What does this mean for them and what does this mean for gay couples across the nation?

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

Why anything less than true marriage equality just doesn't work.

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

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

We all have different views. Life with it.

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

Thursday afternoon, New Jersey signed a bill allowing Civil Unions to take place.