Same-sex Marriages

Paper Summary:

This paper introduces the topic of same-sex marriage. It continues to discuss the official laws of New York State vs. the "law of the people" relating to same-sex marriage. It explains that the law of the people does indeed exist and often supercedes the laws of a state or nation. It analyzes the bitter battle going on in the U.S. today regarding same-sex marriage and the law. The author concludes with a personal subjective opinion on the matter.

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"In some cases, same-sex partners marry even if the law does not condone their union in their state. Recently, a Presbyterian minister faces a trial by her church because she officiated over same-sex unions. Historically, it has been religious organizations, particularly the Catholic Church, who have been so valiantly opposed to same-sex marriage. Another author notes, "The most outspoken and consistently negative response to proposals that the state recognize same-sex marriage has come from the Catholic Church" (Pope). However, the Catholic Church does not rule over all the people, and in general, society has become more accepting of gays in the past few decades. Thus, archaic laws may remain on the books, but the law of the people may swing to support gay marriage in the near future."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Pope, Stephen J. "The Magisterium's Arguments against 'Same-Sex Marriage': An Ethical Analysis and Critique." Theological Studies 65.3 (2004): 530+.
• Wardle, Lynn D., Mark Strasser, William C. Duncan, and David Orgon Coolidge, eds. Marriage and Same-Sex Unions: A Debate. Westport, CT: Praeger, 2003.
• Wetzstein, Cheryl. "N.Y. Court Overturns Same-sex 'Marriage'." The Washington Times. 9 Dec. 2005. 2 March 2006.< http://washingtontimes.com/national/20051208-105231-8208r.htm >

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