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That's silly, there are many people who have liked gay marriage.
Anyway the people who are against it are only against it for irrational reasons (like the "sanctity" of marriage, which is the same as the argument against interracial marriage), gay marriage could actually really benefit the community and individuals.
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∙ 12y agoIn the United States, marriage law is historically addressed by state law. Nevertheless, the federal courts may intervene to ensure that a state's marriage laws are being applied without discrimination.
On June 26, 2013, the US Supreme Court ruled that Section 3 of the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act ("DOMA") was unconstitutional. That section prohibited the US federal government from recognizing same-sex marriages. Pursuant to that ruling, the federal government now does recognize these marriages with retroactivity.
The Supreme Court did not, however, address the constitutionality of Section 2 of DOMA, the part which permits individual states to refuse to recognize same-sex marriages performed elsewhere. This section is still intact and enforceable. Some argue that it violates the full-faith-and-credit clause of the Constitution and predict that it will eventually be struck down as well.
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Should religious views interfere with same-sex marriage in the US system of government?
No. In the United States, we have separation of church and state.
Can the captain of a us navy ship marry a couple?
According to the Code of Federal Regulations (32 CFR 700.716), Navy ship Commanding Officers are specifically prohibited from performing marriage ceremonies outside the territories of the United States. The CFR section reads as follows: "The commanding officer shall not perform a marriage ceremony on board his ship or aircraft. He shall not permit a marriage ceremony to be performed on board when the ship or aircraft is outside the territory of the United States, except: (a) In accordance with local laws … and (b) In the presence of a diplomatic or consular official of the United States."
Important dates of the 1970's?
February 4, 1971 was an important date in the 1970's because it was when the NASDAQ was started. On January 22, 1972 abortion was legalized in the US. On July 4, 1976 the United States celebrated its 200th birthday.
How many states were in united staes in1869?
50 states are in the united states
Is the United States democracy or dictatorship?
united states is democracy
What percent of the United States have legalized same-sex marriage?
As of December 20, 2013, about 33% of US states have legalized same-sex marriage.
Why have they legalized same-sex marriage but they have not legalized marijuana?
Because one thing has nothing to do with the other. Also, it depends on which state you are talking about. For example. In Colorado, as of 2012, they legalized marijuana but not same-sex marriage.
What legalized marriage in the entire US between men and women of different races?
the loving v. virginia decision. :) the actual question was supposed to be "which of the following legalized marriage in the entire united states between men and women of different races?"
Where does Joe Biden stand on same-sex marriage?
Joe Biden supports it and has stated to the press that he feels it is inevitable that same-sex marriage will be legalized throughout the United States.
What was the first city to legalize same-sex marriage?
Washington, DC, which is the only city in the United States to have legalized same-sex marriage. The District of Columbia is the only city in the country that is part of any state. In the United States, marriage laws are controlled by the states, not cities. No city has the authority to pass laws concerning marriage. This is why some municipalities have passed local laws concerning domestic partnerships.
Is it legal for an American citizen to marry an immigrant of the same sex in the US?
Yes. Such marriages are perfectly legal in any state that has legalized same-sex marriage. There is no citizenship requirement or screening for marriage in the United States.
Legalized marriage in the entire US between men and women of different races?
the loving v. Virginia decision. :) the actual question was supposed to be "which of the following legalized marriage in the entire united states between men and women of different races?"
How is same-sex marriage treated differently in the US than in other countries?
In the United States, each state has its own individual marriage laws and same-sex marriage is legalized state by state. In this respect, the US is similar to Mexico and Canada. However, in most of the world, same-sex marriage is legalized throughout an entire country, all at once, since political subdivisions do not have their own marriage laws.
What is the minimum age for same-sex marriage or civil union in the United States without parental consent?
The states that have legalized same-sex marriage require that you be eighteen years old or have the consent of a parent (and often permission from a state Court) in order to legally marry.
When does same-sex marriage happen in the US?
Same-sex marriage occurs every day in the United States, but only in states where it has been legalized. Every business day, same-sex couples are issued marriage licenses somewhere in the United States. The numbers are certain to increase as more states legalize such marriages. Significant legal developments on the federal level are certain to occur sometime between March 26 and June 30, 2013, as the United States Supreme Court decides the constitutionality of California's Proposition 8 and the Defense of Marriage Act.
Will same-sex marriage be legalized in the United States?
Same-sex marriage is already legal on the federal level in the United States. However, since marriage has always been controlled by state law, the legality of entering into a same-sex marriage varies from state to state. Currently, some states permit same-sex couples to marry, but most do not. The number of states permitting and recognizing same-sex marriages continues to grow slowly. It is likely that same-sex marriage will eventually become legal in all 50 US states, although that may be many years from now.
Are same-sex civil unions legal in the United States?
Yes. The following states permit registration of civil unions:New Jersey;Hawaii;Illinois;Delaware;Rhode Island; and,Colorado (effective May 1, 2013)In addition, many of the states that have legalized same-sex marriage recognize a civil union from one of these states as being a legal marriage.
