Same-sex marriage : a reference handbook
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Same-sex marriage : a reference handbook
（Contemporary world issues）
ABC-CLIO, c2010
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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内容説明
This book offers an analysis of the past and current status of same-sex marriage in the United States and other nations of the world, accompanied by a balanced review of the arguments in favor of and opposed to the practice.
Despite a general attitude shift towards accepting same-sex relationships in the United States over the last two decades, there is still a prevailing opinion that same-sex marriages should be prohibited. Indeed, even among the few states that have legalize marriage for same-sex couples, California, Hawaii, and Maine have had their statutes overturned by state voters.
This book provides a comprehensive review of attitudes toward same-sex marriage in the United States, examining historical events, religious traditions, and gender norms that have influenced understandings of same-sex marriage in America. Information regarding same-sex relationships in other cultures, both today and in previous eras, provides insightful perspective to the topic; arguments for and against same-sex marriages are presented along with rebuttals to both positions.
* Presents laws, executive orders, reports, and legal decisions regarding same-sex marriage
* Contains a clear chronology of U.S. and international events related to same-sex marriage
* Provides an extensive annotated bibliography of books, articles, and electronic sources
* Includes bibliographic sketches of important individuals in the history of same-sex marriage
* Offers profiles of the major organizations that are actively involved in the issue and represent various perspectives
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