The Bluebird of Happiness

 The Connecticut Supreme Court overturned a ban on gay marriage 4-3, siting that it caused “cognizable harm” and violated a “fundamental right” of same-sex couples.

Click here for a more in-depth story on the subject. This makes Connecticut the third state to allow same-sex marriages (Massachusetts in 2003 and California earlier this year).

Gov. Jodi Rell’s (Republican) said she disagrees with the ruling. She also said, “I do not believe their voice reflects the majority of the people of Connecticut.” She noted that attempts to reverse the decision, “either legislatively or by amending the state Constitution,” would be unsuccessful and she “will abide by the ruling.”

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I feel frustrated when people say, “Allowing homosexuals to marry does not protect the sanctity of marriage.”As an American, I think it’s important we keep church and state separate. I have not heard a single argument against same-sex marriage that doesn’t ultimately end in “the Bible says…”

In fact, I’ve found some conservative Christian resources supporting gay marriage. Several prominent organizations have said same-sex marriage is not detrimental to children or the family, including the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Anthropological Association.

It’s important to note that homosexuals make up two to three percent of the American population, and passing homosexual-friendly laws (for lack of a better term) has not caused more people to “choose” to be gay.

If you’re interested in reading more on this subject, I recommend What God Has Joined Together: A Christian Case for Gay Marriage. It’s an amazing book with lots of excellent information. 

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