The question of gay marriage?
Simple. Separation of church and state.
Traditionally, marriage is a two-part process: a civil union and a religious ceremony. Take out the religious ceremony and what you have is a legally binding commitment between two people. The government has no right to dictate whether any two commited adults should or should not enter into a civil union, regardless of gender. What we have right now are discriminatory laws that affect up to 10% of the population.
Yeah, the cold medicine is working. I can think clearly again instead of simply moaning and whimpering pathetically.
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Indeed. In solidarity, I have stopped wearing my wedding ring until all people can choose a Civil Union - EQUAL - not like they have here in Vermont. Until it is recognized federally, there is no equality.
Cheers to San Fransisco, New Paltz and Portland!
Comment by Dale West on Thursday, March 04, 2004 
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