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May 9: SSM - Local debate (2)

Same-Sex Marriage
Grasping the concept of equality.

Following last week's four letters published in the Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser, two of us sent follow up letters:

Mr. Wyer said last week that Gays have no right to bring up children and those wanting to marry are "self-centred". Yet this week he has the gall to argue that denial of marriage equality is not discrimination!

He also argues that same-sex marriage will restructure society - but when the marriage of Mrs. & Mrs. Millers is finally recognised in Australia, neither Mr. Wyer, nor I, will notice any change in our own hetero family units.

I understand that it takes time for people to grasp the concept of equal marriage rights for all - but I am sure the Aussie "Fair Go" spirit will prevail in the end. In the meantime, those who really oppose it come up with weak excuses - but no arguments with substance.

I support equal marriage rights because:

  • (a) gays are being denied a basic human right;
  • (b) the opposition to it consists only of very, very weak excuses;
  • (c) homophobic discrimination ought to be relegated to history; and
  • (d) I am a Liberal, believing in the rights of minorities; equal opportunity; and fair social justice.

Posted by roger in Same-Sex Marriage

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