Same-sex marriage and adoption should be legal, it should be allowed in every state, everywhere. As of 2014, only 17 states have legalized marriage rights for same-sex couples. The other 34 states have banned gay marriage through law, constitutional amendments, or both. For example, the governor of Pennsylvania will not oppose lifting the ban on same-sex marriage. State Attorney General Kathleen Kane also announced that she will not defend Pennsylvania's same-sex marriage ban due to what she believes is "the unconstitutionality of this law." Marriage is an institution of extraordinary importance. Despite all the changes in society, the commitment of two people to each other is still considered special. In 2014, 21.2% of adopted children were welcomed by same-sex couples. Regardless of sexuality, marriage and adoption should be open to all. We all have the right to equality despite our sexuality, race, gender, etc. Marriage is a very important special part of life. We should ensure that all couples who wish to get married can do so. Therefore, homosexuals should have the same marital freedom as heterosexuals. The Backlash article addresses the topic of religion vs same-sex marriage. “The debate over same-sex marriage reveals some fundamental rifts in the religious community.” (Gatehouse,5) As a society, I believe we should work together to build a culture and set of public policies that honor marriage and include everyone. There should be no discrimination against the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community, a culture built on oppression, yet we are not accepted for them. In 2014, 54% of Americans agreed that same-sex marriage should be legal. Gay rights are human rights. If you love someone... middle of paper... defense. We reach a point between the separation of church and state. That's where the line was placed. If you're going to argue that same-sex marriage shouldn't be legalized, then find a better positioning reason than the Bible. The 14th Amendment guarantees equality to all Americans, so why discriminate against the LGBT community? Everyone should be treated equally, have equal rights, etc. Same-sex marriage and adoption should be allowed regardless. Some may use the Bible as a defense, but that means nothing. There is separation between church and state. There is nothing in any amendment, constitution, etc. that says something about same-sex marriage and adoption that isn't right or allowed. “Opponents of same-sex marriage might argue that having same-sex parents is harmful to children” (Eckholm,16-18). Same-sex marriage and adoption should be allowed.