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Originally posted by bilmore
Do you think that will get you by the fundies' unwillingness on the "spousal benefits" issues? Or, are you thinking that the ability to differentiate their own, "proper, gawd-fearin"" marriage from the blasphemous unions will be enough? (I'm thinking not - I'm thinking they don't want any money going the "wrong" way, and that that's a significant part of the fight.)
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There really isn't much I can see that will make this issue go away for the religiously hyper (and it's not limited to the religious right - in Boston, there have been some promiment black clerics ready to battle to "defend marriage" from the fearsome onslaught of domesticated gays). My sincere hope is that over time it is limited to their issue, with most of the populace giving it the yawn it deserves - I mean, who really cares about whether someone else is married?
And, yes, I think those who rise to the level of bigots are offended at the notion that some gay guys might be filing joint returns, passing on assets without gift taxes, and even getting surviving spouse social security benefits. Amazing.
