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Same Sex Marriage: A Human Right?

In today’s society there are many controversial issues that people must take a stance on; one of the most controversial is same-sex marriage. Same-sex marriage is a marriage between two people of the same gender, and many people believe it can have a negative effect on children. However, many people believe it should be allowed because it is based on the same basic principle of hetero-sexual marriage: that two individuals desire to formally live together and have legal rights and privileges, regardless of sexual orientation. While there are people who oppose the legalization of same-sex marriage due to religious beliefs, the possible adverse effects on children, and personal morality, there are many people who believe it should be legalized because every person is created equal and should have the right to the same legal benefits and privileges as well as the opportunity to marry whomever they choose.
Benefits and Privileges
The desire for same-sex marriage is based on the same principle as hetero-sexual marriage; the desire to live together, to start a family, and to be recognized as a couple. It is human nature to want to be loved and to love someone else; that desire does not change with the gender of the individual someone falls in love with. Regardless of sexual orientation, people should not face discrimination from others, including the government. In the Marriage Resolution, by the Marriage Project of Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, it is stated, "Because marriage is a basic human right and an individual personal choice, RESOLVED, the State should not interfere with same-gender couples who choose to marry and share fully and equally in the rights, responsibilities, and commitment of civil marriage."
Since every person has the same desire to find someone to love and marry, same-sex couples should be allowed the same rights and privileges as hetero-sexual couples. There are over 1,400 benefits and privileges given to hetero-sexual couples...