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Same Sex Marriage
First let me say that I don't think the State should have
anything to do with marriage, whether it is between heterosexuals or
homosexuals. If people want to get married, create a ceremony and do it.
People shouldn't be required to obtain a license from the State. It's just
another reason for them to get involved in our lives.
Be that as it may, the fact is that the State is involved.
So . . .
As of this writing, a Federal Judge has just overturned
the California Gay Marriage ban.
I am 100% in accord.
It's really not complicated. To begin with, the
Declaration of Independence declares that we are created equal.
How this translates constitutionality is that we all have
a Right to due process and equal protection of the laws.
The findings of fact supported the conclusion that no
meaningful distinction could be made between same sex and opposite sex
unions for purposes of a valid marriage.
We are born free. We all have basic Rights. Why should
heterosexuals care if homosexuals get married anyway? I don't get it. Big
deal.
Due process and equal protection carried the day.
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