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Originally Posted by FoolThemAll
It's not so much a violation of civil rights (marriage isn't a right) as it is discriminatory without good reason.
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I suppose I can see that point (marriage not being a right). I guess I'm just somewhat appalled at the blatant discriminatory attitude behind the amendment.
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Originally Posted by FoolThemAll
It's not homophobic because one need not be frightened by homosexuality to be opposed to gay marriage. Quite a few probably were in some sense, but it's not a prerequisite.
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I guess I'm not using the proper term then. I'm not sure its fear, but its certainly hatred, and without valid justification. The closest term in regards to sexual orientation is homophobia, but you are correct that this word does not meet the technical definition.
How could one be opposed to this without hatred or fear of homosexuality? If you don't harbor one or both of those sentiments, then why give any thought or concern to the issue at all?
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