Same-sex marriage

Same-sex marriage is marriage between individuals who are of the same legal or biological sex. It is also called same-gender marriage, gay marriage, marriage equality (favored by proponents, along with just marriage), and homosexual marriage (sometimes favored by opponents). These terms are considered variously ambiguous, confusing, inappropriate, controversial, offensive, or loaded, depending on the audience.

Related Topics:
Marriage - Sex - Loaded

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For discussion of other forms of civil and religious same-sex unions distinct from marriage, see the articles linked in the pertinent section below.

Related Topics:
Same-sex union - Section below

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In the 2000s, Same-sex marriage became a topic of substantial controversy. The article below defines same-sex marriage but also presents the arguments for and against the institution.

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