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OUTLINE I Introduction LGBTQ+ marriages should be legislated all around the world II Body Legalizing same-sex marriage contributes to reducing social discrimination as well as promoting social development Once gay marriages and relationships are legalized, the stigma and violence exerted on the LGBTQ+ community will be reduced Same-sex marriage has positive effects on economic development, social cohesion, and democratic participation by reducing discrimination, increasing well-being, and enhancing diversity (Badgett & Waaldijk, 2018) Legalization of same-sex marriage is a crucial step towards ensuring human rights and equality for people with different sexual orientations Same-sex couples deserve equal rights and dignity Legalizing same-sex marriage will give them recognition, protection and benefits Counterargument and refutation Counterargument: Same-sex marriages go against traditional values and the sanctity of marriage, destroy the natural structure of the family as well as affect the children's upbringing Refutation: o Marriage has evolved over time and has been redefined multiple times throughout history o The gender of parents does not matter for children’s psychological adjustment and social success (Patterson, 2006) Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? o What is most important for the well-being of children is the quality of the relationships and interactions within the family, not the gender or sexual orientation of their parents III Conclusion We should legislate LGBTQ+ marriages Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? RESEARCH WRITING In recent decades, since the global campaign to secure protections for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other (LGBTQ+) people has made significant progress, they receive social recognition and support as well as the opportunities that everyone has Especially in the realm of marriage equality, now LGBTQ+ marriages have been legally performed and recognized in more than 30 countries and territories While some countries have legalized this practice, others still consider it not right and even treat it as a crime (Russia) The writers of this essay profoundly subscribe to the notion that all countries should legalize same-sex marriages owing to the reasons discussed below First and foremost, legalizing same-sex marriage contributes to reducing social discrimination as well as promoting social development Once gay marriages and relationships are legislated, the stigma and violence exerted on the LGBTQ+ community will be reduced because of changing social attitudes and behaviors; signaling that discrimination is unacceptable, and providing legal protection to samesex couples and their families According to a study of couples' well-being in samesex relationships during the transition to national recognition of same-sex marriage across all states in the United States, there has been a reduction in the levels of perceived stigma that individuals endured over the years in same-sex relationships (Ogolsky et al., 2019) In addition, same-sex marriage has positive effects on economic development programs and policies by reducing discrimination, increasing well-being, and enhancing diversity (Badgett & Waaldijk, 2018) In other words, if LGBTQ+ individuals can live with their true gender and be respected by society, they Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? will study and work more creatively and productively, which benefits themselves as well as society, especially in economic areas In brief, when the community is less discriminatory and fairer to LGBTQ+ people, legalizing same-sex marriage can pave the way for a civilized and more stable society Secondly, the legalization of same-sex marriage is a crucial step towards ensuring human rights and equality for individuals with different sexual orientation According to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the foundation of international human rights law, all people are born free and equal in dignity and rights (OHCHR, n.d.) People who are in love and want to get married should not face any discrimination or obstacles based on the color, religion, nationality or sex of their partner However, many countries and regions still deny same-sex couples the right to marry, which is a violation of their human rights and goes against the principle of equality (Equality and Human Rights Commission, n.d.) This principle is based on the idea that all people are equal in dignity and worth and should be treated accordingly by the law and society Legalising same-sex marriage will help same-sex couples by giving them legal recognition and protection For example, they will have federal advantages, such as tax breaks, inheritance rights, health insurance, and social security (Naylor & Haulsee, 2014) These benefits are important for the well-being and stability of same-sex couples and their families Therefore, by providing legal recognition and protection to same-sex couples, society can show its commitment to treating all its members with respect and fairness Opponents may argue that same-sex marriages go against traditional values and the sanctity of marriage, destroy the natural structure of the family as well as affect the Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? children's upbringing However, this argument fails to recognize that marriage has evolved and has been redefined multiple times throughout history Since the time of marriage, two individuals make the choice that they will share the rest of their lives together, and society admits the relationship Additionally, allowing LGBTQ+ individuals to marry does not diminish the value of traditional marriages in any way Moreover, the gender of parents does not matter for children’s psychological adjustment and social success (Patterson, 2006) and calling homosexual parents unfit to raise and educate children is not supported by any substantial evidence What is most important for the well-being of children is the quality of the relationships and interactions within the family, not the gender or sexual orientation of their parents A study published in BMJ Global Health that analyzed 34 studies from countries where same-sex relationships are legal found that children raised by same-sex couples just as well as children raised by different-sex couples in terms of their physical health and education outcomes In some areas, such as child psychological adjustment and childparent relationships, children of same-sex couples even have better outcomes (Davis, 2023) Another study released in the American Sociological Review in 2020 also found that children who grow up with same-sex couples outperformed their peers, regardless of the parents' gender, race or marital status In conclusion, legislating LGBTQ+ marriages is necessary for reducing social discrimination and ensuring equal rights for all individuals regardless of their sexual orientation It is time for society to embrace diversity and promote equality for all By recognizing and protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, we can create a more inclusive and accepting society where everyone is treated with dignity and respect Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? (823 words) REFERENCE LISTS: Badgett, M V L., Nezhad, S., Waaldijk, C., & Meulen Rodgers (2014) The relationship between LGBT inclusion and economic development: An analysis of emerging economies https://scholarlypublications.universiteitleiden.nl/handle/1887/37240 Davis, N (2023) Children of same-sex couples fare at least as well as in other families – study The Guardian Retrieved https://www.theguardian.com/science/2023/mar/06/children-of-same-sex-couplesfare-at-least-as-well-as-in-other-families-study Equality and Human Rights Commission (n.d.) Equality and human rights law Retrieved May 16, 2023, from https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/en/human-rights-act/article-12-right-marry Ogolsky, B G., Surra, C., & Monk, J K (2019) The ebb and flow of stigma and well-being in same-sex couples during the transition to marriage equality in the United States Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, 36(11–12), 3565–3587 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8612071/ Mazrekaj, D., De Witte, K., & Cabus, S (2020) School Outcomes of Children Raised by Same-Sex Parents: Evidence from Administrative Panel Data American Sociological Review, 85(5), https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/0003122420957249 830-856 Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? Naylor, L., & Haulsee, J (2014) Equal treatment under the law: A cost-benefit analysis of same-sex benefits post-Windsor Journal of Health and Human Services Administration, 37(2), 207-224 https://www.jstor.org/stable/ 24459693 OHCHR (n.d.) Universal Declaration of Human Rights Retrieved May 16, 2023, from https://www.un.org/en/about-us/universal-declaration-of-human-rights Patterson, C J (2006) Children of lesbian and gay parents Current Directions in Psychological Science, 15(5), 241–244 https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1111/j.1467-8721.2006.00444.x Ritchie, H., & Roser, M (2021) Same-sex marriage: How many countries allow gay marriage? Retrieved from https://ourworldindata.org/ grapher/same-sex-marriage-country-count Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? APPENDIX Reference Badgett & Waaldijk, 2018 Reference Davis, 2023 Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? Reference Equality and Human Rights Commission, 2023 Reference Ogolsky, 2019 Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? Reference Mazrekaj, 2020 Reference Naylor, 2014 10 Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? Reference OHCHR, 2023 Reference Patterson, 2006 11 Should LGBTQ+ marriages be legislated? Reference Ritchie, 2022 12