Link: New York Times: Marriage Licenses for Same-Sex Couples Force Issue to Fore in New Mexico
Category: Marriage Equality
Level: State
Concerning: An "enacted" policy that has been passed to help with a problem/issue that individuals/families face.
Why is this important/affect individuals/families? This issue has a powerful and direct impact on
same-sex couples and their families.
Aside from the thrill of finally receiving a marriage license, same-sex
couples are now empowered and are moving closer to complete equality.
My Views: I am thrilled that “six of New Mexico’s most
populous counties” have begun issuing marriage licenses to gay and lesbian
couples. It comes without surprise that
there has been backlash and negative reactions from New Mexico officials
regarding these actions. However, it is encouraging to know that there has been
a lack of protests from citizens living in the counties, especially considering
the large Catholic community that is present in the area. It is also
heartwarming to know that within 24 hours after the court order gave clerks the
justification and permission to begin granting marriage licenses, a mass
wedding ceremony was performed. Members of the community came together and
donated their time, labor and money to contribute to the event. Occurrences
like these are encouraging and hopefully inspire other communities and states
to follow in New Mexico’s footsteps. Although this is a small step towards
marriage equality in our nation, it is a huge stride for same-sex couples
living in New Mexico.
This cause my attention because my best friend is apart of the LGBT community. We have always talked about him being being the Man of honor at my wedding. It is just makes me mad that just because he likes a different sex he doesn't have the same rights as me. I always tell people who are against it that they are entitled to their own opinion but what if the tables were turned. What if being straight was banned and how would they feel if someone weren't giving them the same right? I get the same answer every time "but it's not like that so there's nothing to worry about." I feel like who is the government to infringe on other's people relationship. People feel like they should just change and not be gay. It doesn't work like that. it's great to see more places are allowing same-sex marriages. This quote is from a song that I love "A world so hateful some would rather die than be who they are, And a certificate on paper isn't gonna solve it all
ReplyDeleteBut it's a damn good place to start." That just about sums up my views. I attached the link below.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlVBg7_08n0