Right now Hawaii has a bill going through its state Senate committee that would allow same sex civil unions. If this happens Hawaii would become the fifth state to permit same-sex civil unions, while Connecticut and Massachusetts still being the only states to fully recognize gay marriage. This battle in Hawaii has not been easy due to the usual grandstanding and opposition from religious groups who oppose civil unions. However, this has not prevented the bill from passing through the Hawaii House of Representatives. Under state law, the earliest this bill can be voted on by the Senate is March 10th, and hopefully Hawaii has enough sense to take a step forward and put this into law.
Even though gay marriage does not personally affect me, I think something like this is very important. I do not understand why everyone cannot be afforded the same rights no matter their sexual preference, religion, creed, or etc. I know that is a very cliched thing to say, but I think it is a realistic goal and desire to want to live in a world where we do not have to debate these things and can worry about more important things happening in the world. More importantly, it would be nice to never have to legislate love and restrict it for people based on who they want to be with.
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I have to say that is a really excellent post because after i leave mercy i was thinking of moving to hawaii. And perfect timing it is that you posted this up, however is not because i am considering the relocation, but because it is able to inform me about the policies and different actions that are being taken in regards to the gay marriage topic. Again wonderful post.
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