...Gay marriage, it’s been an “issue” for years. Centuries even. Most anti-gay arguments involve religion, or “morals”. Why should conservatives impose their beliefs, and deny someone the right of a homosexual marriage if that person may not even be religious. The most common anti-gay argument is “we have to protect the institution of marriage”. Though some heterosexual couples get married out of love, this isn’t the case for most. Some women and men are “gold diggers”, meaning they got married to an older figure that has lots of money, when they die; they inherit all of the wealth. In other countries people of a lower class try to move up classes with arranged marriages. Some people just marry for health insurance! These are examples of heterosexual...
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...this paper purpose directs focus amongst arguments’ opposing flawed general hasting reasoning toward slippery slopes the human kind sees logical presenting why homosexuals should not be able to marry. II. The political fight for homosexual marriage is important not in the reasoning surrounding the topic that homosexuals should be able to marry. A. Marriage wrap around the meaning of love. B. The topic children affected by homosexual parenting disputes raise issues. C. Homosexual civil rights is not being seen the same as heterosexuals. III. The author’s core elements in counter argument are deep-rooted opinions A. Marriage is love, B. Religion C. Effects raising children D. Homosexuals’ rights. IV. Civil rights applies different meaning defining marriage verses union A. Civil rights based on evidence. V. Author Conclusion Understanding Homosexual Issues Reasoning. A. Love, Honor, and Commitment develops a foundation providing reasoning for marital status. Even though as Author, I can understand the views opposing homosexuals’ marriage. As essayist of this paper, I do find further discussed opposing arguments weak for reasoning in determining homosexual not being able to marry. At the same time, understanding homosexual love for another is no different when passion inters either type of relationships. The cause of this paper is to understand the reasoning behind homosexuals emphasizing civil right issues affecting marriage or union...
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...Same Sex Marriage in the US. Gay marriage is an issue in America because gay and lesbian couples are wanting to be able to get married but a lot of people believe that it is wrong. Some people believe that marriage should only be between a man and a woman. Others think that anyone should be able to marry whoever they want regardless of what gender they are. This issue is important to me because it is relevant to my life. I am a lesbian and I have a girlfriend that I would like to marry someday. Not only me, but other gay Americans, such as Ellen DeGeneres, may want to marry their partners one day as well, but cannot because the government will not allow it. I think that gay marriage is a good topic for me to research for the entire semester, because I know that it is a major issue in the U.S and people are fighting for or against it constantly. This topic is very dear to me and relevant to my life, so I definitely have the passion to write about it for an entire semester. Even before I was with a girl I was interested in this issue. I have had gay friends all throughout my life and always thought that it was unfair that them and their partners could not legally get married even though they had been together for years. I have always been a supporter of the gay community and a supporter of same-sex marriage. What I already know about the topic is that some religious groups, such as the Westboro Baptist Church, and political parties, such as the Republicans, are against gay marriage...
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...Running head: SAME-SEX MARRIAGE The Opinion of Younger Generation about Same-Sex Marriage 1400I022 Christina, student 1400I033 Elsa, student 1400I038 Ashley, student National Taichung University of Science and Technology Department of Applied English Instructor: Professor Cary Stacy Smith, PhD Allocation of work Name / Number | Allocation of work | Christina / 1400I022 | 1. Introduction 2. Literature review 3. Reference | Elsa / 1400I033 | 1. Results and Discussion 2. Conclusions 3. Appendix | Ashley / 1400I038 | 1. Cover page 2. Abstract 3. Method 4. Paper organization and Final editing | Abstract In the past decades, same-sex marriage is not generally acceptable to most people. People are more conservative about the issue. However, recently people have become more open-minded. Therefore, in the study, the authors want to know the change about younger generation’s opinion toward same-sex marriage. The authors want to know whether the younger generation is more acceptable about same-sex marriage. The authors focus only college students in the study. Thus, to find out the attitude of younger generation, the authors have designed a series of study. The authors expected to interview 15 college students with 30 designed open-ended questions about same-sex marriage. The question can be divided into three parts which are “How would people react if others are gay”, “How would people react if he/she is gay” and “What people's...
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...The reason I chose to research gay marriage is because so much of my family is gay, lesbian or bisexual. I believe strongly in the constitution and its elements. This paper discusses homosexuality in our society, particularly in granting homosexual couples a right to marry. I do believe that marriage should be available to all people, regardless if they are the same sex. Many people have said that love has no gender, other believe that it should be banned. This issue, whether or not the same-sex marriage should be allowed, is extremely controversial and the debates never end. In this paper, I take the pro side. But regardless if people want to get married or not, they should be able to live a happy life. Lesbian and gay are also humans, and as humans, they should have the fundamental rights of human that allow a human to choose their husband or wife by themselves. As stated in the Declaration of Independence, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” This statement is proof that our founding fathers want us to be happy, with whatever endeavors we pursue. Ever since the Renaissance era, same sex marriage has always been a debate among politicians. After the black plague, Europe's population had significantly declined, and a crack down on homosexuality was started in the hopes of rebuilding Europe's Christian...
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...a. Gay Marriage vs. Church and State b. “Gay marriage is coming to America first and foremost because marriage here is a secular concern, not a religious one. The objection to gay marriage is almost invariably biblical, but nobody's legal vows in this country are defined by interpretation of biblical verse - or at least, not since the Supreme Court stood up for Richard and Mildred Loving. A church wedding ceremony is a nice thing, but it is neither required for legal marriage in America nor does it constitute legal marriage in America. What constitutes legal marriage in this country is that critical piece of paper that you and your betrothed must sign and then register with the state. The morality of your marriage may indeed rest between you and God, but it's that civic and secular paperwork which makes your vows official here on earth. Ultimately, then, it is the business of America's courts, not America's churches, to decide the rules of matrimonial law, and it is in those courts that the same-sex marriage debate will finally be settled.” Elizabeth Gilbert, Committed: A Skeptic Makes Peace with Marriage. c. Why does this problem qualify as a “social problem”? The cross between morality and conformity, humanity vs. church and state is the social problem. d. What are the individual and social implications of this problem? A new minority is born and people are segregated and chastised for whom they love. It’s not a choice it’s genetics and how we are born. e. What...
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...the purpose of this paper, I have focused on the gay and lesbian community and how they have been discriminated for decades. I will also take a look at some common stereotypes and myths that have impacted this group and what actions they, and others, have taken to deal with such discrimination. I believe it is important to note that a lot of this research was gathered quite some time ago, even though the articles were published within the last ten years. The research shows that although there is still a significant amount of...
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...Abstract This paper discusses homosexuality in our society, particularly in granting homosexual couples a right to marry. The pros and the cons throw out a ton of arguments supporting their position. This issue, whether or not the same-sex marriage should be allowed, is extremely controversial and the debates never end. In this paper, I take the pro side by providing strong both qualitative and quantitative data, how the homosexual marriage can benefit society, how far they have fought for their rights, etc. Marriage is commonly construed as a legal relationship between a man and a woman or between a husband and a wife to build a new family. According to Webster’s New Collegiate Dictionary, a family is “the basic unit in society having as its nucleus two or more adults living together and cooperating in the care and rearing of their own or adopted children.” In spite of this neutral definition of family, it is called neutral because the dictionary never mentions the gender of the adults; many people in our society do not picture lesbian or gay couple when they think about a family. In America, gay or lesbian couples cannot just legally marry as normal couples do in any state, except in Massachusetts; where same-sex marriage is allowed. Same-sex couples have to be ready to receive all the negative consequences because they cannot legally marry; for example, higher estate tax and insurance, difficulties in making end-of-life health care decisions for their partners, etc. But...
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...Gay Marriage: Should It Be Allowed? BCOM275 Gay Marriage: Should It Be Allowed? Homosexuality has been a taboo existence in the past, but now it is accepted more and more across the globe. However, the institution of marriage amongst the gay community has become a controversial issue, as was interracial marriage in the past. Although there are increasing parts of the United States and the rest of the world in support of marriage equality throughout the LGBT community, there are still those who remain against it. In this paper, you will read views and information from both sides stating why gay marriage should be legalized or remain illegal from the standpoints of family, equal rights, and religion. Homosexual and bisexual behavior has been documented around the world since ancient times via art, literature, and other historical artifacts (History of Homosexuality, 2013). In fact, studies show that many people are unaware that a peer, family member, or friend is homosexual. With that being said, why should gay marriage be so controversial? Supporters of gay marriage as well as the LGBT (Lesbian Gay Bisexual & Transgender) community agree that gay marriage should be legalized without stipulations. Those in civil unions are allowed to legally adopt children, but they cannot be in the hospital room when their partner passes away. It is unjust. Marriage should exist between two people who love each other, despite gender. To state one of the reasons...
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...Gay Marriage Research Paper Did you know that only 17 states in the United States have officially legalized gay marriage? Some of these states include: California Maryland, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York. Maryland became the first state to pass a statute banning marriage between same-sex couples on January 1st, 1973. Then, President Bill Clinton signs the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) into law on September 21st, 1996. The DOMA mandates unequal treatment of legally married same-sex couples. 3 years later, California becomes the first state to create a domestic partnership statute, on September 22, 1999 allowing same-sex couples to receive some, but not all, of the protections afforded by marriage. (History and Timeline of the Freedom to Marry in the United States). Gay marriage should be legalized in all states because it will boost the economy, it will provide health benefits for the couples , more children will get adopted, and because it can allow same-sex couples to visit their spouse in case they are at the hospital. Making gay marriage legal will boost the economy for sure. Why you ask? It is because the more marriages there are, the more money the state earns. Same-sex couples spend at an average of $9,039 on their weddings, while 31% spent $10,000 dollars or more. New York statistics show that after the first year of legalizing gay marriage, they gained $259 million dollars. (CNNMoney) . Also, according to a 2005 Stanford study cited by the Fiscal Times...
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...(Tiya) Argument Paper 3rd Draft 11/15/2012 “Rainbow” Is Beautiful Recently, there is a popular status on Facebook and Twitter saying that a Chinese man and an English man get married and both of them are very handsome. They got a number of benedictions but some people felt it was unbelievable and disgusting. Same-sex marriage has been one of the most debated and controversial arguments in these recent years. Gay marriage is meaning that two same-sex people get married instead of a man and a woman gets married. As time goes by, more and more people are open-minded and accept gay marriage. However, there are still a number of people who cannot agree with gay marriage and even hate it. In the United States, some states have already legalized gay marriage but most states haven’t yet. Gay marriage should be legalized in the United States because homosexual love is a normal phenomenon, everyone has his own right to choose his marriage partner, and gay marriage legalization is good for the United States becoming a more democratic country. Traditional people think that a man should get married with a woman but should not get married with a man. Homosexual love is different from straight love. Because homosexual is different, people consider it a mental illness. Actually, homosexual love is a normal phenomenon. It has been proved that homosexual love is not mental illness. A gay’s gene distinguishes them from normal people’s gene and homosexual love is also related to gays’ growth environment...
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...Merrie Hill Final research paper Same sex marriage has been a hot topic in the news lately, as well as in the political arena. Marriage between a man and a man or a woman and a woman are felt by many to be morally wrong, but is it really? Or do these people fear the unknown and are using morality as the excuse for their negligence of the unknown? The utilitarian follow the utilitarian moral guide lines in their beliefs utilitarian’s would not be against same sex marriages. However if the Ethical egoist follows their moral guide lines then it is believed that they would be against same sex marriages. In this paper I am going to try to show you what has brought me to these beliefs and how I believe ones morals may differ in the pursuit of society’s happiness. Utilitarianism is about obtaining the greatest good for the greatest number of people. With that said utilitarian’s would not be against two people in love, joining together in the sanctity of marriage. According to Webster’s dictionary utilitarianism is defined as: “a theory that the aim of action should be the largest possible balance of pleasure over pain, or the greatest happiness of the greatest number.” Our ethic’s book Ethics Theory and Practice tenth edition (Thiroux and Krasemann 2009 page 317), “the basic argument against the morality of homosexuality is that it is unnatural and perverse; that is, it...
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...Running Head: GAY AND LESBIAN ADOPTION Gay and Lesbian Adoption Argumentative Emily Stroud Everest University Abstract Lesbian and gay adoption has been widely controversial across the globe. This social issue is tremendously discussed by religious, political and social groups which have been providing numerous statistics, figures and major researches on the effects of same sex couples to the mental and emotional growth of children. At the inception of the 21st century, many countries have shifted and adjusted to different kind of perspective. Many government leaders have actually allowed same sex marriages as well gay and lesbian adoption. This paper aims to provide the readers some facts and research studies concerning the impact of same sex couples to the upbringing of their adopted children. This paper intends to open the minds of the audience concerning both sides of the issue. The paper does not provide any preference or does not promote any viewpoint relating to religious teaching or significant educational research. The information regarding same sex adoption is presented below and depends on one’s perspective whether or not to consider it acceptable on your standards and morals. Introduction Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) adoption or same sex adoption has been considered legal during the inception of the 21st century. There...
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...Should Homosexuals be allowed to Marry? Kelsey Laird PHI 103: Informal Logic Prof. Gloria Zungia y Postigo July 16, 2013 Marriages are said to be a legally recognized relationship, established by civil or religious ceremonies, between two people who vow to love one another till death do them part. Usually, marriages take place between a man and a woman, in love. However, the world is changing and more people are coming out to be homosexuals, who cannot make this legal vow to love their partner till death do them part. The United States is called the land of the free for many reasons, but if it is supposed to be free then it should be free for everyone, not just selected people. This argumentative paper will discuss both sides of homosexual marriage and reasons on why it should be legal and why it should not be legal. Every person born in the United States is born with civil rights which may include: race, religion, and sex. Having the option to marry the person you love is a right given to you at birth. Homosexuals, however, are being discriminated against due to their relationships with people of the same sex. Ferguson (2007) quotes “So, one common argument for gay marriage is that government denial of the legal right to gay marriage deprives gays and lesbians of access to the social sanction and status that marriage confers, and hence to full adulthood, rights to familial or joint property and inheritance rights, and full citizenship” (p. 40). To summarize...
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...------------------------------------------------- Should the gay community be accepted in our society globally? Sexual Orientation: July 27, 2016 SUMMER SEMESTER 2016 CLASSROOM E – M/W – 1:20PM – 3:00PM July 27, 2016 SUMMER SEMESTER 2016 CLASSROOM E – M/W – 1:20PM – 3:00PM MEMBERS & id: Habiba Abdullahi – 640263. Jimmy Elia Lomuro – 644694. Michelle Khalenya Shimoli – 640717. Njenga Joel Gichuhi. – 643203. LECTURER : Brenda Wambua. TASK: Semester Group 1 Term Paper. MEMBERS & id: Habiba Abdullahi – 640263. Jimmy Elia Lomuro – 644694. Michelle Khalenya Shimoli – 640717. Njenga Joel Gichuhi. – 643203. LECTURER : Brenda Wambua. TASK: Semester Group 1 Term Paper. BASED ON SEXUAL ORIENTATION: SHOULD THE GAY COMMUNITY BE ACCEPTED IN OUR SOCIETY GLOBALLY? What is sexual orientation? According to the American Psychological Association (APA), sexual orientation is an enduring, emotional, romantic, sexual or affectional attraction to another person. Basically, Sexual orientation is about who attracts us. This attraction may lead to love hence marriage. The issue of same-sex marriage is an argument that we have heard of and have strong opinions on. We believe that homosexual couples should have the same marriage rights as heterosexual couples. As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, "Marriage is a basic human right. You cannot tell people they cannot fall in love." While he said this in reference to the marriage between races, the same can be said about...
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