Comments on: Thoughts on Proposition 8

By: Brightskier

Brightskier — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 07:42:04 +0000

I got married a couple of years ago soon after it became legal in CAnada and I must say it really changed how I felt about myself. I no longer feel like a second class citizen. And you can see how people around you change now that it is recognized, it's like now you are on a level playing field – it's a relief to most people. I can wear my wedding ring with pride.

By: DC

DC — Sat, 30 May 2009 13:35:20 +0000

civil unions are not the same as marriage. Marriage has many more rights than civil unions and are not seen as equal under the law. We need to rid ourselves of Marriage all together. Civil Unions should be the only recognized union and if people want, they can have the church bless their union. No good has ever come from religion. Just look around you now. All the wars that have been and that are being faught now are based on religion. All human rights and civil rights fights are based on religion. Religion should be banned from our schools and should only be practiced in the privacy of your own home. Even the Bible says to go into your room and pray.

By: bob

bob — Fri, 29 May 2009 22:07:42 +0000

I agree with your definition. “Marriage” has existed far longer than it has had a legal definition. Gays want equal treatment under the law… fine! Go to the courthouse, get a legal document drawn up and have a civil union with all the rights, responsibilities, obligations, and headaches that comes with joining your life with someone else. As far as that goes that should go for Athiests too. “Marriage” is a well-defined sacrament in most religions and should remain that way… separate and distinct from the state definition and obligations.