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Yes, unfortunately, many states allow the general public to vote on whether a minority gets rights. But state governments that make discriminatory laws, always answer to the federal government, and sooner or later those discriminatory laws are overturned.
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∙ 11y agoThere is no legitimate reason for either the federal government or states to ban same-sex marriage and doing so is a violation of the United States Constitution.
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∙ 11y agoNo. I believe the federal government must intervene to protect the rights of gays and lesbians in states whose governments are hostile towards them.
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Why is the issue of same-sex marriage left up to the states?
In the United States, the states have always regulated eligibility and validity of marriage. Only once before, in the issue of interracial marriage, did the federal government overrule states rights in this regard.
What do both sides agree upon regarding same-sex marriage?
Both sides agree that no religion should be forced to marry same-sex couples. Both sides agree that marriage requirements should be left up to the individual states.
Where in the U.S. Constitution is marriage defined?
It is not. The issue is left up to the individual states.
Does Buddy Roemer support same-sex marriage?
No. Former Governor of Louisiana and current Republican presidential candidate Buddy Roemer states that he is personally opposed to same-sex marriage. He goes on to say that he believes the issue should be left up to the states and, although he would do everything in his power to oppose the legalization of same-sex marriage, he would honor the outcome of the legislative process of individual states.
How long has same-sex marriage been illegal in the United States?
Gay marriage was actually never illegal until Sep 21, 1996 when the "defense and marriage" act was passed by congress. it states that marriage is only considered legal between one male and one female. it is a federal law but it left gay marriage or the right to give marriage license to anyone up to the states. Some states have passed laws of there own banning gay marriage. while some other states have allowed it.
Why has the federal government left same-sex marriage to be resolved at the state government level and not at the federal US government level?
In the United States, the states have always regulated eligibility and validity of marriage. Only once before, in the issue of interracial marriage, did the federal government overrule states rights in this regard.
You have left your boyfriend of 3 three years are you entitled to a percentage of the property when sold?
Not unless you can establish that you had a common law marriage. Only a few states recognize this type of marriage any more.
What is the democrats' position on same gender marriage?
There is a full spectrum of views on same-sex marriage.Some Republicans believe the U.S. Constitution should be amended to prohibit same-sex marriage. That would nullify all same-sex marriages previously performed and prevent any state from permitting same-sex marriages in the future.Some Republicans believe same-sex marriage should be left to the states, but that same-sex marriages should not be recognized by the federal government.Some Republicans and Democrats believe gays and lesbians should have some of the same rights and responsibilities as marriage, but that their relationships should be called "domestic partnerships" and not be recognized by the federal government.Some Republicans and Democrats believe gays and lesbians should have the same rights and responsibilities as marriage, but that their relationships should be called "Civil Unions."Some Democrats believe that same-sex marriage should be left up to the states and that the federal government should recognize them legally.Some Democrats believe that the federal government and all states should be required to recognize same-sex marriages, but that states should not be required to permit same-sex marriages to be performed.Some Democrats believe that same-sex marriage should be the law of the land in all 50 states and overseas territories of the United States and that the federal government should recognize them legalYou are implying that there are only democrats and republicans in the USA.Views on same-sex marriage cross political boundaries. It seems people who are in favour of it do not.
What article of the US Constitution says which states prohibit or do not recognize same-sex marriage?
The US Constitution does not explicitly speak of the requirements for obtaining a marriage license, nor of the legal recognition of marriages. This aspect of family law has historically been left up to the individual states.
If you married one illegal alien and he left right after the marriage and you do not know where he is and you have married another illegal alien is this marriage legal?
No. Your second marriage is not legal. In fact, in the United States a married person who knowingly marries again while still married to their first spouse commits bigamy. You need to obtain a legal divorce to dissolve your first marriage.
You left your marriage for another man should you go back and give marriage another try?
You must have had a reason why you left your husband. If those problems are not solved, you will face the same problems when you go back. The other thing is: how will your husband treat you when you come back? I would recommend you a marriage counseling before you move back to your husband.
Which hand do girls wear purity rings?
They go on your marriage finger.... the one next to your pinky.... on your left hand.
