There are always two sides to every story. Gay marriage in America is among many issues that have two distinct sides. The two sides consist of those who are for it and those who are totally against it. Over sixty percent of Americans believe that homosexuality is immoral and that it is a defining factor of a lack of moral values, and do not believe in it. It is evident that many Americans are narrow-minded about homosexuality mainly because of their views of the "traditional" American family, where there is a father "breadwinner", a mother "housewife", and children. Religion has proved to be a prominent factor of American views. With religious views many Americans taunt the statement that God intended man and woman, "Adam and Eve", not "Adam and Steve". Those who argue against homosexuality but do not argue in the religious aspect believe that homosexuality is wrong because men and women are together for one main purpose which is to reproduce, and homosexuality provides no means of reproduction, unless adoption is considered. Many argue against the views of reproduction saying that in order for reproduction to occur in the first place the two individuals would have to be happy together, love one another, and then children are considered, which makes children a secondary contribution to the relationship, not a defining factor. Homosexuals have overcome a lot of harsh stereotypical treatment to be with the person of the same sex, because of love! When you are in love with someone eventually you are going to want to marry them, it is the American way, everyone wants to get married. But, because so many Americans are against same sex marriage, gay marriage is not permitted in the United States except for in one state, Massachusetts. Massachusetts is the only state that has passed a law that allows homosexuals to get married and obtain a marriage license. Vermont, New York, and Connecticut are moving towards giving homosexuals the right to marry. These three states allow homosexuals to marry, but unlike Massachusetts they do not allow homosexual couples to obtain a marriage license. This is ridiculous. The views of the world are changing everyday. Why does America consider itself the "melting pot" if it excludes loving and committed same-sex couples the right to get married? In my opinion there should be no such law rejecting an Americans right to get married in this land of "freedom". In America everything is suppose to be free and accessible, so gays should be able to get married if that is what makes them happy!
