Same-Sex Marriage: Australia Has Spoken, And It Was a Resounding YES!

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Even with de facto rights for same-sex couples present, the clamor for equality stems from the right to have a choice. In terms of the law, at the very least, the choice to be a de facto couple or a married coupled. A choice implicitly denied to same-sex couples.


Socially, same-sex couples are discriminated across countries. It is not uncommon for people to irk upon two men showing displays of affection. Some are even bullied because of their choice.


Legalization of same-sex marriage encourages the public to see this union and relationships as normal. This move gives LGBT relationships the protection against discrimination both in the eyes of the public and the eyes of the law.

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