2006-07-24 19:50:42 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
This is what you think question, so I will put it under voting but I will vote for an answer I think meets my opinion.
Thanks everyone :)
2006-07-25 19:54:10 · update #1
It should be legal because we are in the land of the free.
2006-07-24 19:52:36 · answer #1 · answered by Francisco F 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Gay marriage should not be allowed in the United States because it is not what God wants... Marriage was originally enforced through religion and overtime, religion has been erased, in a sense, and now everyone gets married because they can...If gays are given the right to marry then what's next? Adults fighting for rights to marry minors....come on...and would people stop talking about the United States being the land of the free...it really isn't because you are not able to do everything, like break the law, and not be punished....you pay for breaking the law with punishment through jail or whatever, therefore, it is not free...and some things should not be free to decide, like gay marriages....Gays cannot reproduce and sure there is adoption but a union is between a man and a woman and children should not grow up in an ungodly institution...
The United States, being such a wise and rich country, if we make allowances like gay marriages, that would highly displease God and the wrath of God will punish this country...And we thought Katrina was something!!!God does not play!!!
2006-07-25 04:17:32 · answer #2 · answered by Crazy lady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree, the question should be "Why shouldn't same-sexed marriages be allowed in the United States?" And to those who like to quote the Bible and say its an Abomination, well heterosexuals also have alot more abominations than gay sex. Also, there are TWO spots in the BIBLE that same sexed marriages actually happened. So therefore to say that the Bible is against it, yet it allows it to happen.
We deserve Equal Protection under the Law. We deserve the same rights and privilege that every other person in this country receives. Marriage is a commitment taken to be together, and in religious definition its a commitment to stay with a person FOREVER!!! If that commitment is taken, then why is there a divorce rate so high, when that alone is forbidden in the Bible.
Marriage is built on Love, and loving one another. Who is to say who I can or can not love? "God" created us to love one another, and therefore how can any love be wrong? My commitment to someone does not affect what you do, so why can't I be happy and if I want to show my love for someone and that person happens to be a guy too, then it shall be....
2006-07-25 09:17:58 · answer #3 · answered by mgrboy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Marriage is a stabilizing institution and was designed for one male and one female. Why should the definition be changed for the sake of a few? Our country has already suffered from uncontrolled social experimentation in the past 30 years or so.
It has nothing to do with "freedom". What if I want to marry my sister or brother? Or both? How would this "free" me?
What if I want to marry my dog? Where would you draw a line and say marriage doesn't extend that far?
The gay lifestyle is a dangerous lifestyle. Some people don't want to hear that but it's true. I have cared for gays dying of AIDS and it's an ugly thing to experience for all concerned. I have also lost a gay friend to AIDS.
Domestic violence is always disturbing but is more pronounced in the gay community. In addition, the gay lifestyle is a more promiscuous one. The suicide rate among gays is also higher.
This isn't my opinion, but facts that are acknowledged by the medical community and by gays in gay literature. So why would we want to legitimize this behavior by calling it marriage?
My question is, where is the rage and anguish in the gay community coming from? Don't tell me it's from the oppression of American society. The Netherlands is probably the most gay-tolerant society today and the same problems exist in their gay population.
Let's have a dialogue and try to leave the rage out of it.
2006-07-25 03:46:40 · answer #4 · answered by nursep 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All legal allowances or disallowances are arbitrary conventions and have nothing to do with real human experience.
Take a normal heterosexual married couple. The get married to have children, grandchildren, share a life together, etc. etc. etc. etc.
A marriage certificate doesn't do anything for or against this.
I don't know what purpose a marriage certificate serves.
Why should gay marriage be allowed or not in the U.S.?
Here is a better question. Why should I give a **** about what legal structures are in place regarding marriage and relationships?
Why don't I just ignore the government since it doesn't do anything but satisfy the cravings of weak people to gather together en mass and try to control the lives of other human beings when they need to return to their pathetic meaningless existences and stay the hell out of everybodies business.
2006-07-25 02:57:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are so many people out there that will claim that gay marriage is wrong because of what the Bible says. You know what? Live and let live! First, all the holy then thou people out there that preach about being gay and how wrong it is...Do you all understand what a sin it is for you to judge these people! You don't think that's wrong? You want to quote the Bible, but you always seem to forget that part about judging others! If gay people are going to have to answer to God for being gay, then fine! They'll answer to him when the day comes! Meantime, leave them the hell alone and let them live their lives! They're not hurting any of us straight people. If they are standing next to you or your kid in the store, their gayness will not rub off on you! I've said this before, but I would rather live next door to a whole house full of gay people, as long as they were honest and good, then to live next door to some of these so called Christians that judge everyone!
I don't care if two people are of the same sex or not, if they're in love and want to share their lives, then they should be able to. And gay people should have the same rights as the rest of us! People can't claim that gay couples never last, because that is simply bull! I have know gay couples that have been together for years and years, and to be honest, most gay relationships I have seen have been stronger then most straight relationships! So yes, gay marriage should be perfectly acceptable in the US!
2006-07-25 11:42:11 · answer #6 · answered by Naples_6 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stats show that hetero sexual marriages end in divorce over 50% of the time.
When you take an oath to marry someone, it is supposed to be forever.
Stats with gay marriages have shown that they are the same, or better, at keeping a relationship alive. Love is alive; children are happier, it is an (unusual) family structure. Yet, it is a family.
Is not love the goal? Many countries support gay marriage, and adoption. It seems that love over-rules...does North America accept love, or not?
2006-07-25 03:00:09 · answer #7 · answered by ?seeker 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am understanding of both sides of the coin of yea vs. neigh.
On one side you have to respect the original intention of marriage which is defined and established in biblical terms, so it seems fit that those that are elders in the religion that established monogamous marriage be the ones to dictate its definition and who may enter. And since God in the Holy Bible has condemned the act of homosexuality, orgy and other abomination, you cannot fault those that do not feel or believe it to be right for them to enter into "marriage." So under the basis of "marriage" it does not make sense for one to enter into a defined union they are not defined to be part of.
Then there is the tail side of the coin... I have homosexual friends, many of them that I am close to and adore. I do not fault them as human beings and reserve my judgment, but I don't have to agree with what they do, just as I can love a friend that abuses their body with drugs, yet not agree with the act. People behave in ways we don't agree with. But yes, they deserve freedoms and equality in society. The moment "marriage" is introduced automatic backlash should have been accepted. So instead why not just call it a legal union. Make laws that recognize the common law factor of a couple living together in the same home for seven years are classified as a union. Grant insurance coverage, medical privacy and rights clauses to the sig. other. All the benefits a man/woman union allow. But don't label it the same- that's what this is all about- labels
2006-07-25 03:07:16 · answer #8 · answered by ncantongirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you asking if men can live together... I personally don't like the idea, but...
Marriage does not apply, marriage is a concept created by religion, not society... The purpose of recording marriages is very useful for the children of the people married, child support and such.
2006-07-25 02:55:00 · answer #9 · answered by jsbrads 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Marriage is a contract between one or more parties to love honor cherish obey extcetera and should be free to anyone wanting to take on the task. Why should two people have to ask permission of Church or Society to sanctify their love. Their desire to forge a bond should be supported admired blessed. Yes for marriage regardless of B^S restrictions.
2006-07-25 06:56:47 · answer #10 · answered by JVHawai'i 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should not be allowed because humans were made with limits. Do you want know what the next step after legalising gay marriage is? check out the NVD party in the netherlands (a free and liberal country. one of the first to legalise gay marriage):
thye want to make beastiality legal (i.e you can have sex with animals)
They want to legalise hard drugs for over 16 year olds
They want to legalise soft drugs for 12 year olds
They want to allow 12 year olds to appear in pornagraphic movies and be able to legally have sex
They want to allow for full public nudity
2006-07-25 02:57:50 · answer #11 · answered by rimrocka 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋