Same Sex Marriage

Last night, the Rio hosted an event celebrating Senate Bill 283- a bill giving domestic partners, whether they be of the same or opposite sex, some of the same legal rights as married partners.

Is that really part-worthy? I don't know.

Let's take the issue apart, shall we? Conservatives say gay marriage is wrong for two big reasons:

• It violates the sanctity of marriage
• It could allow for tax fraud on the part of roommates who want some extra benefits.
  

Liberals say:

• It's a human rights issue. Homosexuals deserve the same rights as any other couples. They love the same as the rest of us. If you prick them, do they not bleed?

I can't remember a left-wing pundit crying foul because gay couples don't get the right tax breaks.

It appears to me you've been thrown a bone, guys (and gals). Sure, you get some benefits, but line 5 of the bill reads, "this bill also clarifies that a domestic partnership is not a marriage..." The way it reads, conservative have conceded their secondary point, and not even addressed the main issue of the gay rights activists. That's poorly played to say the least.

So, what are you fighting for? You want recognition in the eyes of the IRS? Or do you want people to recognize homosexuality as a legitimate sexual preference instead of a paraphilia?

I've always been on your side. I thought it was fine for gay people to marry, as long as they weren't marrying me. I figured as long as two people are in love, they'll exemplify what marriage should be, and the "sanctity" issue would be put to rest.

But, if you're complacent with your empty victory, then you're showing me you don't know what wanting to be married is all about.

Keep fighting, Guys & Dolls. That's all I'm saying.