The Supreme Court of the United States ruled that the Constitution guarantees a right to same-sex marriage. Yet, same-sex marriage continues to be a highly debated issue that leaves our society searching for answers. Now that the Supreme Court has made same-sex marriage legal, we will observe the impact upon parents, children, same sex couples, families, and the social and political world.
The arguments surrounding the issue though confrontational nonetheless are easily seen from a wide array of perspectives. One of the perspectives states that marriage is a promise to a spouse to stay loyal and faithful in all aspects of the words. The act of marriage includes financial, legal and social responsibilities for each partner. No matter the composition of the couple, the rules of marriage are the same from most every angle. In the act of marriage two adults bond and lawfully and often, religiously, make a promise to take on its responsibilities. The greatest question, however, is to the sole reason as to why homosexual marriages should be declared illegal or nonexistent.
The acceptance of Marriage in society has changed throughout the years. During the mid 20th century, divorce was frowned upon and interracial marriages were unheard of. Now, both are much more accepted and have only become accepted by time and the evolution of society. Same sex marriage though a somewhat newer concept coincides with the acceptance of divorce around the mid 20th century. Though acceptance of same sex marriage continues to increase many communities still find it shocking. Laws are being created all over the country, in different states, to either stop or support homosexual relationships.
The state of California has stated two main reasons why same-sex marriage should not be legalized. Argument one says the only legitimate purpose of marriage is to reproduce and create life together in stable units. California explains that since same-sex couples cannot produce children, they should not be able to marry. The other argument states that only sexual relations intended for reproduction are morally and socially acceptable, and that marriage should be limited to those who engage in acceptable sexual relations (Wald, sec. 56).
Another argument presented to turn away the idea of same gender marriages questioned the parenting and safety of raising a child in a homosexual home...
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...the doors are closed, homosexual marriages could be the new foundation for a sweeping change in American politics and everyday life. Perhaps this generation will pave the road for the awareness of this human rights issue. Aside from all religious aspects (as religion should be held alone with the separation of church and state), the case against same-gender marriage is simply that people are unfamiliar to it. Bigotry and prejudice still exist in our society, and traditionally people fear what is strange and unusual to them. However, this has never stopped society from evolving and changing everyday.
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The recognition of same-sex marriage is a political, social, and religious issue. Because of this same-sex marriage is a very controversial topic. Legal acknowledgement of same sex marriage is commonly referred to as marriage equality. Many advocates of marriage equality argue that laws restricting marriage to only heterosexuals discriminate against homosexuals. On the other hand advocates against same-sex marriage argue that it would undo long-standing traditions and change the meaning of marriage in a damaging manor. In this essay I will be arguing for same-sex marriage. The arguments mentioned as well as others will be discusses throughout this paper.
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