This past Friday, in a 4-3 vote, the California Supreme Court overturned a voter approved ban on gay marriage. Its opponents, mostly Christian groups, vow to fight to overturn the Supreme Court's ruling by pushing to change the states constitution.
Denying basic rights to any human being is outrages. Discrimination in any form is just simply wrong. Imagine, if you will, if suddenly heterosexuality was viewed as wrong and against nature? There would be such an outcry in this country should the courts deem that heterosexuals could not live their lives the way they choose or enjoy the same benefits as the rest of society. I’m certain that civil unrest would become a reality.
Those opposed to same sex unions/marriages say that it would “destroy” the family structure. Hold on a minute! If this issue will destroy the family structure then the family unit itself must be pretty weak … the family structure can only be destroyed from within. To say that someone who is gay or lesbian and wanting to have their union/marriage recognized by the state can literally tear the family structure apart in my opinion doesn’t make a bit of sense! If anything, it broadens the definition of what a family structure is in today's world.
Another point. These same opponents also state that the Federal Government should not recognize same sex unions/marriages by allowing same sex couples to file joint income tax returns or be allowed to collect Social Security benefits, etc. Now I’m scratching my head! Gay’s and Lesbian’s pay taxes … a lot of taxes! Therefore, why shouldn’t they be allowed to enjoy the same tax status or collect the same benefits as heterosexual couples? After all, it’s their money, they paid into the system, they earned it! By the way, those tax dollars that gay’s and lesbian’s pay into the federal government, well, I hate to brake the news to you, but guess what, heterosexuals benefits from those hard earned dollars as well! Therefore, why not equalize the benefits field? In my humble opinion, everyone benefits. After all, taking from one group and giving it to another then denying those who do not conform to our personal standards or morals … can we say stealing?
On a personal level, I believe that Christian groups need to leave the Constitution alone. It was wrong for the Federal Government to amend the Constitution by adding that marriage is to be between one man and one women. The Constitution provides protection of rights and the pursuit of happiness of all American citizens. It has no room for discrimination or dictating ones sexual preference. No I am not saying that child molesters or bestiality should be protected under the same document … YUK! I would never be accepting of these two groups as “norm.” But to discriminate against someone simply due to their sexual orientation, well, it’s simply wrong.
Religious hatred and intolerence is a dangerous avenue … look what happened to the Jews, even homosexuals and others who were considered a minority or undesirable group!?! If history is any lesson, then it’s time for change … it’s time to allow gay’s and lesbian’s to be seated at the table of life equally. After all, they too are a part of “We The People” which in its very own language gives them rights too. So, right on California! Welcome to the table of life.
Denying basic rights to any human being is outrages. Discrimination in any form is just simply wrong. Imagine, if you will, if suddenly heterosexuality was viewed as wrong and against nature? There would be such an outcry in this country should the courts deem that heterosexuals could not live their lives the way they choose or enjoy the same benefits as the rest of society. I’m certain that civil unrest would become a reality.
Those opposed to same sex unions/marriages say that it would “destroy” the family structure. Hold on a minute! If this issue will destroy the family structure then the family unit itself must be pretty weak … the family structure can only be destroyed from within. To say that someone who is gay or lesbian and wanting to have their union/marriage recognized by the state can literally tear the family structure apart in my opinion doesn’t make a bit of sense! If anything, it broadens the definition of what a family structure is in today's world.
Another point. These same opponents also state that the Federal Government should not recognize same sex unions/marriages by allowing same sex couples to file joint income tax returns or be allowed to collect Social Security benefits, etc. Now I’m scratching my head! Gay’s and Lesbian’s pay taxes … a lot of taxes! Therefore, why shouldn’t they be allowed to enjoy the same tax status or collect the same benefits as heterosexual couples? After all, it’s their money, they paid into the system, they earned it! By the way, those tax dollars that gay’s and lesbian’s pay into the federal government, well, I hate to brake the news to you, but guess what, heterosexuals benefits from those hard earned dollars as well! Therefore, why not equalize the benefits field? In my humble opinion, everyone benefits. After all, taking from one group and giving it to another then denying those who do not conform to our personal standards or morals … can we say stealing?
On a personal level, I believe that Christian groups need to leave the Constitution alone. It was wrong for the Federal Government to amend the Constitution by adding that marriage is to be between one man and one women. The Constitution provides protection of rights and the pursuit of happiness of all American citizens. It has no room for discrimination or dictating ones sexual preference. No I am not saying that child molesters or bestiality should be protected under the same document … YUK! I would never be accepting of these two groups as “norm.” But to discriminate against someone simply due to their sexual orientation, well, it’s simply wrong.
Religious hatred and intolerence is a dangerous avenue … look what happened to the Jews, even homosexuals and others who were considered a minority or undesirable group!?! If history is any lesson, then it’s time for change … it’s time to allow gay’s and lesbian’s to be seated at the table of life equally. After all, they too are a part of “We The People” which in its very own language gives them rights too. So, right on California! Welcome to the table of life.
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