Vicki, to be honest, I had trouble making sense of your third question. That's why I posted what I did, asking you what your opposition is based on.
There are valid, research-based and scientifically-proven reasons not to allow siblings to marry, for example. There are also very good and objective reasons not to allow minors under a certain age to marry. I have not seen any scientific or objective arguments against same-sex marriage. Seriously, the only arguments I have seen in opposition to same-sex marriage are arguments which appear to be based on values which are not shared by the whole of the community in which we live.
Now, if what you're saying is that supporters of same-sex marriage reject those values-based arguments, then, yes, we do. Because we don't share those particular values, or don't share them to the same extent. I'll be honest and tell you that this reminds me of old debates on equality for women and the civil rights movement.
Now, you're automatically assuming that we're going to ignore any arguments you make and accuse you of intolerance. Well, I haven't seen anyone do that yet, so - with Kathy - I'm just a little bit offended at your assumption
I've already offered you an opportunity to explain your opposition - and I really am interested. I'd like to know. I'm certainly not going to say that you might convince me - I doubt that
very much, just as I doubt that I could convince you. But do at least do supporters of same-sex marriage the courtesy of believing that we'll listen to what you have to say and that we'll agree to differ with respect if we do disagree.
Wendy
