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What does the government say about same-sex marriage?
Some governments have legalized it (e.g., Belgium, Spain). Some governments have banned it (e.g., Cuba, Poland). Some governments are unable to reach a consensus on the issue. In some countries, marriage laws vary from state to state (e.g., US, Brazil, Mexico). Some governments say they really want to legalize it, but haven't gotten around to it yet (e.g., UK, France, Nepal).
Can you get a free marriage license?
There are some local Governments that would give free marriage licenses. However, the decision depends totally on the laws in your local government area.
What are some obstacles to the legalization of same-sex marriage?
In some jurisdictions, the constitution (either state or national) may explicitly prohibit same-sex marriage or define marriage as limited to heterosexual couples only.In some jurisdictions, the marriage laws may either explicitly prohibit same-sex marriage or define marriage as limited to heterosexual couples only.In some jurisdictions, the president, prime minister or governor, etc. may personally oppose same-sex marriage. In some jurisdictions, his or her assent is required to enact a marriage equality law.In some jurisdictions, a majority of seats in the legislature may be controlled by a political party that opposes same-sex marriage. This poses an obstacle to having a vote on a marriage equality bill and passing it.In some jurisdictions, the majority of the electorate do not personally support the legalization of same-sex marriage. Politicians often hesitate to vote against public opinion and the electorate are sometimes called upon to vote on ballot measures to either ban or legalize same-sex marriage.In some jurisdictions, local religious leaders oppose same-sex marriage and attempt to influence local politics.In some jurisdictions, organizations have been set up to lobby politicians and influence public opinion against the legalization of same-sex marriage.
What religions don't prohibit same-sex marriage?
Most religious doctrine on homosexuality is arguable at best, and therefore prohibition of same-sex marriage varies not only by religion, but also by individual sects.
Why does the debate on same-sex marriage seem never ending?
A Justice of the Peace in Louisiana has been turning down interracial couples that want to get married. You can be pretty sure that even after same-sex civil marriage is legal all over the United States, there will be Justices of the Peace who will turn them down, too. Some people will never learn! Another problem is confusion between civil marriage and religious marriage. Some religions will probably never allow religious marriage. But in the US, they can't make the government prohibit civil marriage.
Any free website to check marriage records?
No, none that are truly 'free,' and none that can guarantee access to every record of every marriage in the US. Some county governments don't even bother (or have the money) to post this information on line.
What governments allow the use of the initiative the referendum and the recall?
some state governments
How far removed do you have to be to legaly marry someone?
In some places, you can marry anyone of the opposite sex who is not your parent, grandparent, child, grandchild or sibling. About half the US states also prohibit marriage fo first cousins.
Do all governments have representitives?
No, some governments are not democratic.
Why do some governments oppose same-sex marriage?
In some places where the majority of the population are backward, ignorant and bigoted, politicians who reflect such a constituency (or at least pander to them) are sometimes elected. The result is a government that opposes equal rights.
Is a way that society controls science?
Science is not exactly controlled by society, however, governments do make decisions about what kind of research they do or do not want to fund. Sometimes there are legal restrictions about what can be taught in schools (some jurisdictions prohibit the teaching of Darwin's Theory of Evolution, for example).
What are some types of governments?
some governments are democracy, republic, monarchy, anarchy,& a theocracy.
