Therefore, by definition, marriage has to be different sex. Whereas, the definition of homosexuality is "exhibiting sexual desire toward another of the same sex" (Webster's New World Dictionary p.673). ... Under this definitional objection, "the state cannot recognize something that is an impossibility" (Eskridge p.87). ... The homosexual community speaks of itself as struggling for civil rights. " 'The gay community's goal is integration--just as it was with Martin Luther King,' argues homosexual activist Harry Britt" (Horowitz p.72). ... Society must have distinc...

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It's creating some completely bogus definition that's completely irrelevant to anything, and then hiding behind it. ... I guess the Webster's definition is not good enough for our society. It would only make sense that they altered the definition of "equality- as well. ... Identifying this Act as a "Defense of Marriage- is saying that homosexuals are attacking heterosexuals. ... I mean, I'm an American, and if I were homosexual I would fight for my rights as an American too. ...

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Same-sex marriages are the right for homosexual couples to marry and receive all of the benefits that heterosexual couples receive. There are a few states in the United States of America that accept or even allow the marriage licenses of a homosexual union. ... DOMA ensures that whatever definition of "spouse" may be used in federal law, the word refers only to a person of the opposite sex. ... The love and commitment of a homosexual relationship is no different from any heterosexual relationship. ... Just as it's happened in the past with black couples, marriage will be redefined yet aga...

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Homosexuals face a major disadvantage if Propositon #69 goes into effect. ... Nearly 4 out of 10 gays polled said they fear anti-gay violence will be directed against them personally. 32% of gays say they've already been physically attacked because they're homosexual. 74% of gays reported having experienced prejudice and discrimination in various forms. 41% of gays believe that gays are more targeted for violence now than a few years ago. ... Until society is ready to change its definition of marriage, same-sex marriages will continue to remain unrecognized in the United States....

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