Gay Marriages

Homosexuality, referred to as lesbianism for women, is a sexual preference that from all indications appears to be inherently or genetically determined. Homosexual men and women prefer same-gender sexual partners. While the traditional family consists of a married man and woman and their children, the alternate lifestyles that have become more acceptable throughout the late 20th century and into the 21st century has, to some extent, redefined the term "family." Read on to know about gay marriages.
Country Star Chely Wright Marries Girlfriend Lauren Blitzer
Chely Wright has married her girlfriend in a same-sex marriage that she says is the only unforgivable sins in the buttoned-down world of country music.

Michael Kors Gets Married
After same-sex marriage was made legal in New York, Michael Kors was among the first high-profile celebrities to tie the knot.

Miley Cyrus Again Tweeting Support for Gay Marriage
Miley Cyrus recently tweeted a picture of what appeared to be a tattoo in support of gay marriage on her ring finger, with a description saying that "All love is equal."

How Many States Allow Gay Marriage
Gay marriage licenses are given, only in some states of the U.S.A. Scroll below, to learn which states are these.

Should Gay Marriage be Legal
The arguments and motives regarding the question, should gay marriage be legal have been presented further. No matter, you're pro same-sex marriage or anti same-sex relationships, you got to listen and understand, views of both sides. After all, we all agree to disagree...

Gay Marriage Facts
Although, same-sex marriages have become a reality to some extent these days, still there are many people who're unaware of numerous gay marriage facts. An understanding of numerous dimensions of gay marriages is essential to fight for justice.

Gay Marriage Pros and Cons
The following article brings forth both the gay marriage pros and cons. Read on to know both the sides of the coin vis-a-vis gay marriages...

Arguments for Gay Marriage
There have been and there always will be arguments for gay marriage. Read through the following article for some details on this sensitive topic.

Arguments Against Gay Marriage
The following article brings forth arguments against gay marriage, at the same time, lists what gay right activists have to say in favor of same-sex unions. Read on...

In Major Progressive Move, Argentina Legalizes Gay Marriage
Argentina has become the first Latin American country to legalize gay marriage, a big step forward that should have a ripple effect throughout South America.

Texas and Other States Grapple with Issue of Gay Divorce
The concept of gay divorce is often overlooked as debates rage about whether U.S. states should allow same-sex marriages.

Gay Marriage Defeated Again in Maine
Losing once again in a popular vote on the state level, gay-marriage advocates are left to ponder a new approach to swaying voters.

Miss California Fired, But Fighting Back
Carrie Prejean was finally removed as Miss California yesterday, but she has gone on the offensive, pointing out that she was likely fired because of her stance on gay marriage.

California Court Upholds State Ban on Gay Marriage
The gay marriage ban in California that has caused havoc from the streets of that state to the Miss USA pageant was upheld by the state supreme court yesterday.

Miss California Defends Anti-Gay Marriage Views on Today Show
Miss California Carrie Prejean probably lost the Miss USA pageant because of her lack of support for gay marriage, but she won't take back her opinion or her comments.

California Gay Marriage Ban Spawns Spate of Legal Actions
The recent passing of California Proposition 8 added an amendment to the California Constitution banning gay marriage, but now it remains to be seen if 18,000 past marriages will be nullified.

Connecticut Supreme Court Says Gays Can Legally Marry
In a landmark decision by Connecticut’s Supreme Court this week, gay citizens can now be legally married in the state.

Californians Lean Toward Supporting Gay Marriage, Poll Finds
A poll released this week showed that likely California voters would say no to a constitutional ban on gay marriage.

First Gay Marriages in California Proceed Smoothly
Gay couples lined up at clerks’ offices to become the first legally married gay spouses in California, while very few protesters showed up.

First Gay Couple Marries in California
Thousands of gay couples across California gathered to exchange vows on the first day of legal same-sex marriages.

California High Court Refuses Stay; Gay Marriages to Proceed
California's State Supreme Court refused to put their earlier ruling on gay marriage on hold, prompting hundreds of gay couples to plan weddings.

New York to Recognize Out of State Gay Marriages as Legal
After California’s decision to legalize gay marriages, New York governor David Paterson orders all state agencies to comply in recognizing out-of-state gay marriages.

Californians Turn Tide to Support Gay Marriage
A recent poll shows that the majority of California voters now support gay marriage and oppose a constitutional ban against it.

‘Dear Abby’ Supports Gay Marriage
National gay rights and information group PFLAG honors syndicated ‘Dear Abby’ columnist Jeanne Phillips with the first ever Straight for Equality award.

California Landmark Bill Grants Legality for Gay Marriage
On Tuesday the California State Assembly voted to approve same-sex marriage, the first bill of its kind, putting governor Schwarzenegger in the hot seat: will he veto?

NY Gay Marriages Declared Legit by Massachusetts Judge
A Massachusetts judge has ruled that despite New York’s 2006 law banning gay marriage, all the gay couples from New York who were wed in Massachusetts before the New York law took effect are still legally married in Massachusetts.

Robertson's Christian Coalition Stumbles Again
The president-elect of the Christian Coalition of America has declined to take the job because the group wanted him to focus on only opposing gay marriage and abortion, and they refused to let him expand its agenda to include addressing issues such as poverty and the environment.

South African Parliament Legalizes Civil Unions
In the country at the southern tip of Africa—a continent where homosexuality is taboo—the South African Parliament passed legislation that recognizes gay marriages.

Evangelical Minister in Gay Sex Scandal Admits "Indiscretions"
The president of the National Association of Evangelicals, Rev. Ted Haggard, who has been an outspoken opponent of Gay marriage, stepped down from his post because of accusations that he paid a male escort for sex and drugs.

NJ Supreme Court: Same-Sex Couples Entitled to Equal Rights
New Jersey's Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that same-sex couples should be given the same legal rights as heterosexual couples, but it is up to lawmakers to decide whether the state will honor gay marriage.

California Court Supports Ban on Gay Marriage
A court in California ruled Thursday that the state’s existing ban on gay marriage does not violate the constitutional rights of homosexuals.

House Rejects Constitutional Amendment to Ban Gay Marriage
On Tuesday the House rejected a controversial proposal for a constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage.

New York, Georgia High Courts Rule Against Gay Marriage
Two years ago gay and lesbian couples in New York and Georgia sued for the right to marry legally, and the high courts in those states ruled against them on Thursday.

Senate Rejects Constitutional Amendment Banning Gay Marriage
As expected, the Senate on Wednesday rejected a constitutional amendment to define marriage as being the union between a man and a woman.

Texas Voters Approve Ban on Same-Sex Marriage
By an overwhelming margin, voters in Texas yesterday approved a constitutional ban on same-sex marriage.

Schwarzenegger Vows to Veto Gay Marriage Bill
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger announced Wednesday that he plans to veto a bill that would allow gay couples to be married.

Spain Becomes the Third European Country to Legalize Gay Marriage
The government of Spain passed a measure Thursday legalizing gay marriages across the country.

American Psychiatric Association Supports Legalizing Gay Marriage
On the first day of its annual meeting, the top psychiatric group in the country approved a statement calling for the legal recognition of gay marriage "in the interest of maintaining and promoting mental health."

Federal Judge Deems Nebraska’s Gay Marriage Ban Unconstitutional
Despite voters in Nebraska overwhelmingly adopting a unique ban in 2000 limiting the legal rights of homosexuals, a district judge has decided that 70% of the state's voters were wrong.