Same Sex Marriage

Marriage is an institution long recognized by our government under the right to pursue happiness; however, marriage is much more than merely a commitment to love one another. Society has become accustom to what they believe is “normal” by their traditions and religious beliefs. Many people believe that same-sex marriage is not “normal”. The simple fact is that banning same-sex marriage is discrimination. Marriage is a gateway to many other areas of protections, responsibilities and benefits. These areas include health care, tax, immigration, and parenting benefits. However, these benefits are not provided to all couples in love. However, these benefits are not provided to all couples in love. Gay and lesbian relationships have become more widespread in America, and for many, a major fight for the right to have recognized marriages and to receive the same benefits as other married couples.

HISTORY

During the 1950’s and 1960’s the rights of gay people were vigorously pressed by the homophile