Should Homosexual Marriage Be Legalized Worldwide?

Introduction: Homosexuality marriage relationships has informed federal debates that greatly affect traditional families. One of the most high-stakes debates in the United States today concerns whether and how homosexuality relationships influence the health, particularly mentally, and well-being of individuals, families, and even society. (U. S. Census Bureau, 2010)However, in some homosexuality marriage unlegalized countries, homosexual people are not allowed to marry with same-sex people. Thus, an issue of mixed-orientation marriage occurred. A “mixed orientation (M. O. ) marriage” is where one spouse is straight while the other opposite-sex spouse is attracted to the same sex. Non-heterosexual men partner with the heterosexual for a variety of reasons. Some men may be unaware of their non-heterosexuality until later in life.

Others cannot partner with the homosexual openly due to religious reasons, family pressure, an obligation to raise children in traditional society, or out of genuine simple love for the opposite sex. After disclosure, many of these unions dissolve, but some do not. (Chandra, Mosher, & Copen, 2011). Approximately one- sixth of couples remain together for three years or more, and most of these seem to be bisexual- heterosexual couples. (Gates & Newport, 2012) Non-heterosexuals continue to enter into mixed-orientation relationships with a straight partner even though overall societal and cultural attitudes toward homosexuality have become somewhat more accepting in certain segments of the larger society.

Issue:There are many issues concerning this topic.

The main issue that I will discuss is marriage of LGBTQ people to heterosexuals in order to “pass”, especially in traditional cultures.Cause:The complex nature of sexual orientation means that there are many possible sexual orientations within committed, intimate relationships. Religious reasons and family pressure cause profound impact on the obligation of marriage, a obligation to raise children in traditional society and the form of opposite sex marriage. Moreover, without genuine simple love for the opposite sex in a traditional environment, LGBTQ people were tend to marry heterosexuals while having multiple partners under the social pressure.

Consequences 1: Mental health issues for both partners (HuffPost,2011)The consequences to “passing” partners could be depressed, suffer from imposter syndrome (feel guilty because they are pretending to be someone they aren’t), anxious that their true orientation will be discovered, guilty for deceiving their partner. (GlobalNews, 2018)Similarly, for the other partner, could also be depressed because they don’t get the satisfaction they need out of the relationship or suspect the other person has a secret, could be conflicted about whether to leave their partner or not if the partner’s orientation becomes open. (GlobalNews, 2018)

Consequences 2: Society These types of marriages can raise awareness about LGBT marriage equality among populations, as people hear stories of mixed-orientation marriages and the problems they can cause for the partners, they may become more supportive of equal marriage rights for LGBT individuals. Religious organizations may also become more accepting of LGBT marriages as problems with mixed-orientation marriages become more apparent. (TheConversation, 2017)Global perspective: from Stonewall, a global organization supporting LGBTQ group:It is vital to listening to the voices of LGBT activist group whom advocated equal right of marriage. Stonewall, said they need to improve the way LGBT hate crime was disposed by the police and prosecutors. As a result, more people feel more confident gradually in reporting their experiences and speaking up for our LGBT family around the world. Violence and criminalization are part of daily life in too many countries. And discrimination in education, health and employment for LGBTQ group is never far away.

Lesbians, bi women and trans people are particularly marginalized, exploited and constantly threatened. (Stonewall, 2017)Home Office figures showed that recorded hate crimes based on sexual orientation including mixed-orientation marriage and gender identity were increased by 27 percents and 45 percents between 2015/16 and 2016/17. (HomeOffice, 2017)Source evaluation:Make a comment evaluating your source[s] here: identify purpose, bias, expertise, strength of claim In this source, the author used theoretical and logic knowledge to support the global perspective on mixed-orientation family. The strength of this source is its rigorous analysis and enormous qualitative study and facts on LGBT hate crime. However, it is lack of evidence about showing more facts on the harsh reality of mixed-orientation family and the real life of their pathetic marriage.Global perspective from Catholic church:The Catholic Church teaches that marriage is limited to the union of one man and one woman, and that the civil law should reflect this definition.Some non-Catholic religions, and some people with no religious affiliation, are supportive of homosexual marriage. (Catholic Bible) The civil law governs a diverse and pluralistic society, and it is not legitimate to single out one religious group's views and grant them favored status by enacting their religious views into law.

Therefore, it is not legitimate for civil society to limit marriage to heterosexual couples and mixed-orientation marriage. They advocate heterosexual family even if it is mixed-orientation. Marriage is a pre-political and natural phenomenon that arises out of the nature of human beings. The Catholic Church, along with virtually every religion and culture in the world recognizes and supports this natural institution because without it, no society will exist or flourish. (CERC, 2013) Make a comment evaluating your source[s] hereIn this source, the author used the Catholic Bible as an evidence, I compared the book and found it was basically the same, thus there is no doubt for the reliability of this source. For the strength of this article, the author depicted the core ideology with quite objective words and formal terms. However, the last sentence they said which is about advocating heterosexual family, possess a sense of bias to the catholic church.

The author emphasized and quite exaggerated the fact on unacceptability of homosexual family in catholicism. National perspective from ChinaFor China, same-sex marriage remains a long shot. Homosexuality was decriminalized in 1997 and taken off the official list of mental illnesses in 2001. No longer deemed pornographic, it remains off-limits in films, television shows or literature. (SouthChinaMorningPost, 2015)According to the US-based Pew Research Centre, in 2013 only 21 per cent of the population accepted homosexuality. (Pew Research Center,2014)Many clinics and mental hospitals reportedly offer treatments, including hypnosis and electric shocks, to "convert" homosexuals. (ChinaSource, 2014)Still, in a society steeped in filial piety, many gays and lesbians are compelled to live a double life. To traditionalists, marriage and procreation form the core of Confucian family order. "Husband and wife" come third in his five cardinal relationships, below "ruler and subject" and "father and son" and above "brothers and friends".Make a comment evaluating your source[s] hereThe organization contains qualified specialists who update the information regularly. Their facts are corroborated through my reading of other sources and texts of the same information National perspective from United StateApparently, America support the homosexual marriage and acknowledge gay and human rights.

In 2016, President Barack Obama designated the site of the riots—Stonewall Inn, Christopher Park, and the surrounding streets and sidewalks—a national monument in recognition of the area’s contribution to gay and human rights. (Independent, 2016)There would be no reason to suppress their attractions and there would be more exposure to non-heterosexual partnerships in their everyday experience. The Internet is in large measure providing such an “environment,” where anonymity, or at least some remove from the immediacy of face-to-face contact and its accompanying social threats and demands, has provided many non-heterosexuals to be more authentic (Hillier & Harrison, 2007). Courses of actionLegalizing gay marriagePublishing stories about real cases of mixed-orientation marriages, focusing on how the partners in the story feel and psychological analysis of the mental effects of being in these types of relationships by experts. To relieve pressure to have a child for gay men who want to be in a relationship with another man: increase access to surrogate mothers who can carry a child for the couple, increase access to adoption services for gay couplesWhat would be a positive and negative result of these solutions?

Positive: Maintain the domestic birth rate through increasing access to surrogate mothers who can carry a child for the couple or adoption services for gay couples. More people will understand the complex nature of sexual orientation and the harsh reality of mixed-orientation family. (Procon, 2015)Less LGBTQ people suffer from imposter syndrome. (GlobalNews, 2018)Procreation is no longer a social obligation, which is a relief for some mixed-orientation family. LGBTQ people will become more willing to express the nature of mankind, instead of suppress themselves. Less spouses are being betrayed. (PMC, 2015)Less children become victims of divorce. (PMC, 2015)Negative:May violate the religious concept in some traditional countriesSome unaccommodated surrogate mothers will be unwilling to carry children for same-sex couple, and some unaccommodated adoption agency won’t provide service to these couples.

Broaden the issue and discuss on mixed-orientation families and same-sex relationship. (C. West & Zimmerman, 2009) Lead to deep anxiety for some suppressed and hidden LGBTQ people in the relationship with heterosexual spouse. (GlobalNews, 2018)Cons of legalized the same-sex marriage: (marriage. com, 2017)Marriage is for procreation (having children) and shouldn’t be extended to same-sex couples since they are not able to produce children together. There are consequences for children of same-sex marriages as children need to have a male father and female mother. Same-sex marriages increase the chances of leading to other unaccepted marriages and non-traditional marriages such as incest, polygamy, and bestiality. Same-sex marriage is consistent with homosexuality, which is immoral and unnatural. Same-sex marriage violated the word of God, thus is incompatible with the beliefs of many religions. Pros of legalized the same-sex marriage: (marriage. com, 2017)Singling out and denying a group to marry based upon their sexual orientation is discrimination and subsequently, creates a second class of citizens. Marriage is an internationally recognized human right for all people.

Prohibiting same-sex marriage violated the 5th and 14th Amendments of the US Constitution. Marriage is a basic civil right and same-sex marriage is a civil right, right along with freedom from employment discrimination, equal pay for women, and fair sentencing for minority criminals. If marriage is only for procreation, heterosexual couples unable or unwilling to have children should also be prevented from marrying. Being a same-sex couple doesn’t make them any less qualified or able to be a good parent. Conclusion [must be linked back to the original question and main issue, and be based on research] In response to my question I have found that the best course of action would be Publishing stories about real cases of mixed-orientation marriages, focusing on how the partners in the story feel and psychological analysis of the mental effects of being in these types of relationships by experts. (Nolo, 2016)In response to my question I would therefore conclude that the homosexual marriage should be legalized.

Prior to the 1960s, homosexuality was taboo and heterosexual marriage was the unquestioned norm for young adults. This resulted in many gay men marrying women and lesbians marrying men. These mixed-orientation marriages, many of which ended and continue to end, were often the unfortunate product of societal heteronormative pressures. It is likely that fewer mixed-orientation relationships would form in a society in which non-heterosexuality was accepted or as inconsequential as being left-handed, and in which non-heterosexuals felt physically and psychologically safe to present their sexual orientation to others as freely and as authentically as heterosexuals do. Even some of these steps might seem too remote and beyond our reach. But actually every one of us has a role in building acceptance in our communities, our workplaces, our schools and the wider world. Every time we step up, makes a difference. International Day of Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia will soon be over. The hate that makes such a day necessary, won’t be. So, stand up and speak out. Come out for LGBT, today, tomorrow and beyond.

Reflection

Thinking about this topic I originally believed that same-sex marriage should be legalizednow I reinforce my idea on legalize the same-sex marriage. My reasons for this are [identify/namethe research/source ideas that has helped you come to this opinion/view].Perspective from homosexuality legalized countries helped me to reinforce the opinion on same-sex marriage should be legalized. Mental health issues for both partners and children’s mental health are commonly caused by homosexuality unlegalized. (The Daily Beast, 2017) LGBTQ people could be depressed, suffer from imposter syndrome (feel guilty because they are pretending to be someone they aren’t), anxious that their true orientation will be discovered, guilty for deceiving their partner. (GlobalNews, 2018) Within the development of the society, religious organizations may also become more accepting of LGBT marriages as problems with mixed-orientation marriages become more apparent.

I am quite disagree about Mark Rheault, one expert’s perspective, Mixed-orientation marriage can be a success. “if the mixed-orientation can stand the test of time, their relationship will be able to last longer and they will live in harmony with the existence of different sexual orientation. ” I feel like this action is against human rights and their own nature. The American Psychological Association and other medical professions have found, homosexuals are just humans too, not freaks! Of course, in order to see another point of view means being curious and open to other perspectives. And I’m going step out onto the comment backlash limb and say, “Anyone who is hiding in a heterosexual marriage who is gay, it’s not necessarily all your fault!”