As most people believe, they are deemed fit of the rights the government has granted to them . A model citizen who pays their taxes, serves their community and abides by the law should be given the rights of an American. Yet, not all citizens are given equal rights. Homosexuals are constantly being denied rights that are typically taken for granted by the average American. Specifically, homosexual couples are denied the right to marry even if they are model citizens. They are held at an unfair disadvantage solely because of their sexual orientation. Many support equal rights for homosexuals, but quickly stop in their tracks when same sex marriage is mentioned. And that's when all this talk of equality stops instantaneously.
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According to the United Nation of Human rights, human rights are rights inherent to all human beings, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, and religious view, etc. Homosexual marriage is a matter of civil and equal rights, and the decision to get married should be up to the couple themselves not the government. Despite the fact many people are not comfortable with homosexual relationships, the equality and dignity of gay couples should still be respected. Dening a couple of their right to a legal contract is violation of human rights. Many couples get married not only for recognition, but to show their affection towards one another. Moreover, accepting homosexual marriage as a civil right does not render the rights of those who religiously and morally oppose it, and it does not do any damage to the people outside this marriage. In fact, couples living together often have the need to receive marriage benefits and protection from the government in order to live, such as, tax relief and insurance breaks. Also, a married couple can often support each other in difficult times both financially and emotionally. The benefit of marriage to the couple is significant, and they should have equal right to be married. If homosexual marriage is legalized an increase in adoption
Those who …show more content…
According to the United Nation of Human rights, human rights are rights inherent to all human beings, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, and religious view, etc. Homosexual marriage is a matter of civil and equal rights, and the decision to get married should be up to the couple themselves not the government. Despite the fact many people are not comfortable with homosexual relationships, the equality and dignity of gay couples should still be respected. Dening a couple of their right to a legal contract is violation of human rights. Many couples get married not only for recognition, but to show their affection towards one another. Moreover, accepting homosexual marriage as a civil right does not render the rights of those who religiously and morally oppose it, and it does not do any damage to the people outside this marriage. In fact, couples living together often have the need to receive marriage benefits and protection from the government in order to live, such as, tax relief and insurance breaks. Also, a married couple can often support each other in difficult times both financially and emotionally. The benefit of marriage to the couple is significant, and they should have equal right to be married. If homosexual marriage is legalized an increase in adoption