The Gay Marriage Debate Contemporary Global Issues

THE GAY MARRIAGE DEBATE CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES GROUP 2: BETHANY DOGAN; JONATHAN FERRY; SUSAN FITTS; CLARA GIRALDO MOUNT WASHINGTON COLLEGE Abstract Same-sex relationships date back to Greek and Roman times. They have existed in society for hundreds of years. It was during a culture shift during the Christian revolution that society began to condemn the practice. Our current society is realizing same-sex relationships do exist and have done so regardless of law allowing them to outwardly celebrate their unions. Gay couples have remained secluded in society and covered their living arrangements under feeble explanations and lies. Hiding true feelings and living a lie is destructive to a person’s well-being and happiness. Recently the United States took steps to legalize and recognize unions of all types whether they are of opposite-sex or same-sex. 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