Same-sex marriage has been a controversial issue for decades. There are around 9 million Americans that consider themselves lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. It's estimated that 1 in every 10 Americans are LGBT. No major political parties support same-sex marriages until now. Democrats have decided to include their support for same-sex marriages in the official party platform at the national convention. The majority of Democrats are on board for supporting same-sex marriage.
It's understandable to hear that many Americans are upset and don't support same-sex marriages. They stand strong for their traditional beliefs. When Obama first supported same-sex marriage, there were African American Pastors ready to protest. There is no doubt that there will always be many who disagree. It is important that we treat them like everyone else, and they share the same rights. Every American should be treated equally and that includes having the right to be married to someone of the same gender. We all need to be more excepting of LGBT. It's very exciting to hear that there are more supporters.
As a Christian, I believe in God's word. I also believe in equality. Everyone has the right to love whoever they want, so they should be able to marry whomever they want. I think that more states should allow same-sex marriage. I also believe that later in the future there will be more states that will accept it. Now that the Democrats are supporting it, they can help push to adopt same-sex marriage laws in many more states.
In the Declaration of Independence it states, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." This just goes to prove they have the right to get married and be happy. Marriage should be between two people who love each other, no matter what sexual orientation. If we accept this and adopt more same-sex marriage laws, America will be on the road to freedom.
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http://gaylife.about.com/od/comingout/a/population.htm
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2012/07/30/dems-move-to-include-gay-marriage-support-in-official-party-platform/
Monday, July 30, 2012
Friday, July 20, 2012
Comments on the Immigration Law
Bianca Tamez's blog post discusses the immigration law in Arizona, the SB 1070. The law was established in 2010. The SB 1070 allows police officials to stop someone and ask for identification; they stop them if they believe they don't belong here legally. This has led to a controversial issue not only in Arizona but around the U.S. In the past years Texas, California, and Colorado have also tried to pass bills similar to the SB 1070, but failed.
Many believe the law shows discrimination. Public officials say the border is very dangerous, and the illegal immigrations have brought more crime, drugs, and kidnapings into the states. They believe the federal government isn't doing its job in keeping the border safe, so they believe the states need to intervene.I understand why many are angry with the law and how it seems that they are racial profiling, but we need to protect ourselves from the Mexican drug cartel. I agree with Bianca, where they should just improve the border patrol, instead of laws like the SB 1070. Also, I do believe that the law may be misused and/or misunderstood. It's disappointing to know those who have fully earned the right to live in this country, are being mistaken as a criminal. If the border patrol had been stricter, than we would possibly have less crime than we would with illegal immigrants. The border needs to be tighter than it is now, so we can protect those in the borderline states and those who will endanger our country.
Friday, July 13, 2012
Abortion Ultrasounds
Abortion continues to be a constant debate between those who are pro-life and pro-choice. In the mid-1990s, certain states began to issue policies and laws that made sure women receive information on accessing an ultrasound. Many pro-life Americans are trying to stop women from having abortions. The law and policies on the use of the ultrasound are to make sure that women are fully aware of the consequences on having an abortion. Whether the women have an ultrasound or gather information on the ultrasound and the abortion, all depend on what state they live in. Different states have different policies on the use of the ultrasound, such as whether the woman must view the ultrasound or not. Many pro-life Americans, hope the ultrasound will change the mind of those who want to have an abortion.
The main issue here is, should the government get involved with abortion rights? Abortion is a terrible thing, and the ultrasound law is a good idea. It's not harming anybody. The only downfall for women, who get an ultrasound, is the cost. Whether the women decide to proceed with abortion after the ultrasound is up to them, they still have the right to do what ever they want with their bodies. With the ultrasound, it could provide a change of heart.
There are many risks women face when proceeding to have an abortion, such as an increase of breast cancer, pelvic inflammatory disease, and infertility. Information on abortion provided for women and the use of an ultrasound should hopefully stop them from having an abortion. Everyday, approximately 3,700 abortions take place in just the U.S. There are around 1.37 million abortions by the end of the year. If we continue to place policies and laws in the many other states, we can hopefully bring those numbers down. In the end, women still have a say on what to do with their bodies. As pro-life Americans, it is better to know we could make a change in another persons decision to not have an abortion.
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