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Originally Posted by sigmadiva
I would disagree with this statement in the context of this thread. There have been a few posters who just outright stated that religion should be removed from all decisions concerning morality and laws. In order for me to do that, then I would have to deny my religious beliefs and practices, which I have no intention of doing. So, while you (and the general you) may feel that religion should be taken out of it. There are those that feel religion should be the major part of it, and denying those people their ability to infuse their religion would be very restrictive for them.
I meant family values in the context of Dubya, you know, husband, wife, a couple of kids and they all go to a (protestant) church.  |
The thing is, you can still follow your religion to the letter if gay marriage is legal because YOU don't have to participate in a gay marriage if you don't want to.
We have already had the animal and minor discussion. They are not adults at the age of consent who can make decisions for themselves. There's no point in going there again. I have already stated that I'm not convinced polygamy AMONG CONSENTING ADULTS should be illegal. I don't see what harm it does if everybody who decides to get involved truly has a choice in the matter. I can see how some would find great financial benefit and time benefit from sharing finances and child care responsibilities. A family could potentially have 3 or 4 breadwinners and still have a Stay At Home Mom if they wanted to go that route. I wouldn't personally engage in it, but I could see how it could be advantageous.
You do realize that the majority of households in America do not fit your definition of a family?