This book exemplifies the high quality of thoughtful discussion
and debate that is possible on the issue of same-sex marriage.
Authors are paired to address and respond to a particular topic,
one in favor of state recognition of same-sex relationships, and
one in favor of limiting state recognition to those relationships
that have been traditionally recognized as marriages.
Proposals to legalize same-sex marriage evoke strong response
from those on both sides of the debate. Much has been written about
the legal policy issues over the legal recognition of same-sex
unions in the United States, yet there has been little dialogue and
exchange between participants in the debate. This book attempts to
open that dialogue, and to exemplify the high quality of thoughtful
discussion and debate that is possible. Authors are paired to
address and respond to a particular topic, one in favor of state
recognition of same-sex relationships and one in favor of limiting
state recognition to those relationships that have been
traditionally recognized as marriages.
This ideal introduction is designed to lead the reader through
the relevant issues, progressing from the general to the
particular. Debates are contextualized, offering comparative,
historical, and family-policy perspectives, asking fundamental
questions such as what is the purpose of a family, and what
interests, if any, that state has in promoting a particular type of
family over others. Issues of jurisprudence and political
philosophy are examined, addressing the public benefits of marriage
and equal treatment before the law, among other items. The
constitutionality of same-sex marriage or domestic partnership
policies is explored. Finally, this book covers the broad
implications when states--such as Vermont--legally recognize
same-sex unions, and the impact of international recognition of
same-sex marriage rights.
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