Do you think "all men are created equal" applies to Gay people getting married?
81509
Absolutely. I'm married and am hetero. And I think ANYONE (with certain AGE exclusions of course) should be able to marry ANYONE else. What is the freakin problem with that? Are people afraid that gay couples are going to multiply and spread their "disease" across America? That's total crap.\n\nNOBODY can come up with a rational, intelligent reason why gays should not be allowed to marry, Most people's sorry-arse theories include something like, "Well if gays can marry...WHAT NEXT, cats and Pygmies? The abolishment of polygamy laws???"\n\nLive and let live, America! Stop being so spineless and narrow-minded.
1078472
I'm not sure why you care. Is it for the monetary benefits they could then enjoy as a legally married couple? If it's not about money, then why make such a big deal about it? The bottom line is how two people feel about one another and not some definition of "marriage" that society chooses to make. I think I'd revere two people who were dedicated to one another who didn't need the formality of marriage as a crutch. Spend your time living life, not debating it.\n\nIn my opinion, the basis of your arguments are that you want society to accept homosexuality as a normal human condition. Unfortunately, homosexuality is not a normal human condition by definition because reproduction is necessary to preserve the species as it is with any animal on earth. It's true that 10% of the population is genetically homosexual, but so is 10% of the population deaf or blind, but that doesn't make it normal. On the other hand, skin color, nationality, culture, gender, and other potential racially related discriminant features are simply manifestations of human evolution on earth. Darwin's theory of evolution cannot support homosexuality as a normal development of mankind.
127936
It is perfectly natural. Im happily married to my lovely wife and beautiful twin boys but these people have different lifestyles. If God says eceryone is equal why does he constanly victimise Gays and Blacks. It is about time the church got with the times and learned not everyone has to be hetrosexual and must have children.
227630
Personally, I don't believe it will damage our society. Most of the ppl in the world are very religious and believe marriage should just be between a man and a woman. But we are human beings just like them, except we love a person of the same gender. Theirs nothing different between us except that. Everyone has their own beliefs on this issue. I just say you can't help who you fall in love with!!! Been with my gf for 2 yrs now!!! And we're still goin!!
381418
I am not gay but have many friends who are and they are just as responsible as a heterosexual.  So why shouldn't they have the same rights? They should be able to marry just like everyone else because they love like everyone else. Not all gay people are child molesters.  I knew a couple who were some of the most loving parents to their children, they were awsome people, and when my xhusband was down and out and could not be a father to my kids, this couple stood in for their father.  They did all the boy stuff with them.  So, Yes, Yes, and Yes they should have all the same rights as us straight people.
784269
I won't get into the sin thing, since I'm a Humanist and that's a religious concept, but it does seem to me that, if one of the reasons societies promote marriage is to promote stability, then it doesn't make sense to discourage same-sex couples from marrying.  Denying gay couples the right to marry is not defending marriage.
309471
I say that you should try to treat everyone the same way that you would want to be treated yourself. It should not matter what any ones sexual orientation is. I happen to be gay myself and most people treat me with kindness and respect.
40297
In the Bible when it refers to men, in just means people in general, so yes, women are created equal in God's eyes, but in society now-a-days women are still receiving the short end of the stick. Trust me, I know!
402829
Yes they should, there still human..if us straight people have equal rights what makes then less deserving..
65621
I feel gay marriage will be abused just like any other law *permitting something*. Friends will marry to share in financial and tax benefits, they will marry out of a joke. For example me and my friend Mike were waiting for marriage to open up in our state and be the first married same-sex couple in school (highschool at the time). So as much as there are serious issues with gay marriage it will be abused but should still be granted.
331443
The Nature vs Nurture arguments are still raging on this topic.\n\nI think there is pretty good evidence that most gay people feel they were born that way.  I think that some people my choose a gay path due to their environment, but that is much rarer.
349054
No.  I am a heterosexual in favor of equal rights for gays and lesbians.  The fact is that the Christian Right enjoys favor in Washington right now, but if we really were as we claim a nation that separates Church and State, gays would be allowed every privelege heteros have, including marriage.  There are plenty of liberal churches who marry gays-- why aren't their theologies driving public policy and law? \n  It is insecurity and ignorance that keep people from allowing gays equal rights... but the times they are a'changin'...
1174446
I'm perfectly fine with the idea of gay marriage. Perhaps those against gay marriage just done want to be outdone by spectacularily fab weddings that are sure to be the result of gay weddings. On the downside, if gay weddings would be lavish, tastefull affairs can you imagine how nasty a gay divorce would be! Yes, I am being silly, but in all seriousness I think that whoever wants to get married should be able to.
1130410
No.  If gay people want to be responsible and be married, I see no issue with that. \nI will vote for any that comes out against amnesty for illegals.  So very few have done that.
937742
In all seriousness, I know a lot of gay people that believe marriage is meant for man and woman, but believe they should at least have a civil union. they both contribute to each other except of course the reproductive aspect.
1058560
I do not have any problem at all with gay marriage.  If two people love each other, and want to commit themselves to each other for the rest of their lives legally, then I think it is okay.  Love is hard enough to find in this world.  Why should people who find love with the same sex be punished and not have the same rights as the rest of us.  \nBy the way, in response to one of the answers, I do believe i am a human being even though I support people's right to get married, even if of the same sexual orientation.
96494
I am gay, and I sadly have to agree this is true. I don't know why. Since we're just starting to get our marriage rights, Maybe it has to do with feeling left out of society. Some of us might feel that our lifestyle isn't taken seriously. When there is no marriage, there is no commitment. Just a theory... :-&#92;