Same-sex marriage has a positive role awaiting itself in American society. Gays and lesbians may have the opportunity to write history when they become yet another minority to overcome oppression in America. Throughout world history, society has oppressed groups due to their religion, sex, color of skin and sexual orientation. Why do we question the rights of those who love someone of the same-sex, whether it is by genetic code or personal choice? Why should rights and privileges be extended to only those with a heterosexual mindset?
As studies progress, more evidence is provided that gay and lesbian traits are more of a biological than a personal choice. Similar to a child born with autism, they do not have a choice in what traits they are born with. Yet every person with morals would support an autistic child as , he or she, fulfilled their dreams. Why would we not extend the same courtesy to those born biologically attracted to the same sex? A recent report by Leslie Stahl on......
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