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Same-sex marriage is a debate that is equally contentious and multi-faceted. Unlike more simplistic issues, the stances on homosexual marriage are obscure and blurred. Opponents cannot even agree on whether homosexuality is natural, let alone whether or not homosexuals should be permitted to marry. The debate surrounding same-sex marriage breaks down into several different categories: constitutionality, the religious aspect, familial impact, and the further nuanced idea of civil unions. Proponents of same-sex marriage argue that disallowing gays to marry is a violation of the Constitution. Further, they attest that religion does not explicitly mention homosexuality or it should not be used as a basis for making laws. Additionally, they claim that families actually benefit from same-sex partners. Lastly, some proponents of same-sex marriage would be satisfied with civil unions which give some of the same rights as marriage; however others contend that civil unions should not......

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