Same-Sex Marriage

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Same-Sex Marriage

An argument in favor of Bill C-38, which legalizes same-sex marriage in Canada.

1,213 words () | 4 sources | MLA | 2007 United States

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses the controversy in Canada over whether same-sex marriage should be allowed. It analyzes the controversial bill called Bill C-38 that legalized same-sex marriage and discusses why the issue remains controversial. The paper argues that same-sex marriage should continue to be legal in Canada, because only in this way can all Canadians continue to enjoy equal rights.

From the Paper:

"In conclusion, we have seen that if we argue against same-sex marriage, then we are in fact saying that we believe that it is acceptable to treat some adults as if they are inferior citizens. As we know, this is not acceptable in Canada, where everyone is protected by the Charter of Civil Rights. Secondly, if we do not care about equal rights for gays and lesbians, then at least we should care about equal rights for their children. Children should not be punished for the lifestyles of their parents. Finally, it is unfair to deny marriage to same-sex couples because it denies them access to a range of legal benefits that are only available to married couples. Therefore, this is another reason that same-sex marriage should remain legal - for the sake of the children."

Sample of Sources Used:

CBC News. "Same-sex marriage law passes 158-133." June 29, 2005. Retrieved from: http://www.cbc.ca/canada/story/2005/06/28/samesex050628.html
Community Legal Information Association of P.E.I., Inc. "Living Together: Common Law Relationships." Retrieved from: http://www.isn.net/cliapei/62.html
Johnson, Ramon. "What They Aren't Telling You About Gay Adoption." Retrieved from http://gaylife.about.com/od/gayparentingadoption/a/gayadoptionstat.htm
Religious Tolerance.org. "Same-Sex Marriages & Civil Unions." 2006. http://www.religioustolerance.org/hom_marr.htm