Do you surrport Gay marriage?

Answer 1

Yes.
I have a gay son, whose relationship has already outlasted MANY marriages! He should be allowed all the legal protection afforded to hetero couples that can marry--tax break, insurance coverage, etc.

Answer 2

Yes. I am a married woman who has gay and straight friends. I believe that love is not relegated to just a man and woman; if that were true, homosexuality would not exist. If both persons are over eighteen, and they love each other, and they are willing to work on a lifetime relationship, then they should marry. I'm troubled and angered by the shrill voices that scream, "gay marriage will destroy the institution of marriage!" Sadly, these voices are silent on adultery, child and domestic abuse, and families that need help. With a 50 percent divorce rate, marriage was already in trouble; two gays marrying won't hurt it any worse than these issues have already. Thanks for a timely question.

Answer 3

I grew up catholic, although i am no longer practicing, and it is against the catholic religion not to be gay, but to act on the impulse. To me its just like any other sin. everyone sins. i dont understand why everyone thinks its the worst sin in the world. How is that any worse a sin than having sex before marriage? Or infidelity? Both of which the majority of straight people do on a regular basis. It is one's own decision whether to sin or not. If 2 gay people want to be together, that's their own business. I do however think that FLAUNTING the fact that you are gay is pretty annoying. Straight people dont make it a point that everyone knows they are straight, unless they are a homophobe. Just live your life.

Answer 4

I was sexually molesters as a seven year old.took many years to get close to getting over that, I finally forgave him,Yes a legal arrangement between any two people, but NOT a real marriage were they call it marriage .no I do not believe in a real marriage just some legal type definition,so one person can get insurance or something like that,or they can inherit from the other one..

Answer 5

I think the confusion about Gay marriage is what "marriage" actually is. In essence there are two types of marriage--those recognized by religion and those recognized by government.

I understand that religions are based on certain beliefs, traditions, etc. The real debate here is whether or not religions should change with the times or adhere to existing beliefs.

Marriages recognized by government is really nothing more than a contract between two people. "I promise to love you and be jointly responsible for your well being." This is the "sickness and health, richer or poorer" part of the deal. As a result of this contract, married couples are afforded certain rights -- inheritance, property, etc.

Whether you agree or disagree, this country has laws and policies that separate church and state. Further, this country's government was founded on the premise that all men are created equal.

So, while I don't believe that gay marriage has to be supported by religion it should in fact be supported by government.

Answer 6

I support legal gay unions with all rights that married people have. I do not support calling it a marriage because I am a Christian, and the Bible tells us that a marriage is between a man and woman for the purpose of procreating. However, I do think gay couples should be allowed all the same rights as married people.

Answer 7

Yes, gays desrve the right to marriage, along with its attending rights.

I was hoping I wouldn't have to edit to attack an "against" argument. I am glad to see I can instead support Rod Allen's "pro" argument.

run7days is wrong 7 ways....Those "studies" that show some "psych" problem with children of gay couples were funded by groups with clear ulterior motives. The scientific community has conducted its own studies that show the truth, on the other hand. The children of gay couples are no worse nor better in any way than those of straight couples.

Answer 8

no, a marriage is between a man and a woman.
if gays and lesbians want a formal commitment, let it be called a union, or something else, but not marriage.
i'm not trying to be offensive and i don't particularly care what anyone's sexual preferences are as long as they are kind and decent people, but this gay marriage issue has gone to far.

Answer 9

I see it this way.....who am I, who are you, who is the government to make MORAL choices for others?

Yes, I think they should be able to get married. What affect does it have on anyone else?

For those that say marriage is defined as "A man and a woman" what about the constitution that says "all MEN are created equal".....doesn't that "MEN" apply to all PEOPLE?

Answer 10

There is so little love in the world. Who does it hurt for two people who have found love to be legally bound and have the rights of spousalship?

I find the denial of their rights appalling. If you have ever been in love think what it might be like to be denied marriage. The right to a family, a home, even life insurance.

Live and let live. I expect it and so give it. Yeah I'm in favor.