Against Same Sex Marriage Essay

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SAC ISSUE: "Should same sex marriage be legalised in Australia?"
(A speech. You are a key speaker at a protest rally before the high court ruling on Same Sex Marriage Act. You are speaking to a group of like-minded individuals that you wish to motivate to take further action
Australian Marriage Act is Illogical
Good Morning Everyone, We are all here today to take action towards legalising same sex marriage in Australia. In this country, we are just moving from one form of discrimination to another. Now that racism is taking its leave, they have started to discriminate against same sex couples. Being citizens of Australia, it's our responsibility to fight for justice and equality. The high court striked down Australian Capital Territory's law on same sex marriage, as they conclude that this law is inconsistent with the current marriage laws. But the question is, how is it "inconsistent" with the current laws? Let's share our frustrations on same sex marriage and take action in support of it.
I personally congratulate Tony Abbot on becoming the prime minister of Australia, and drowning all hopes of legalising same sex marriage. I'm not blaming Abbot for the laws, but his view on same sex marriage does not position us to think that he'll take action towards legalising it. No doubt, this will bring despair to same sex couples around Australia. It’s a complicated process to persuade the government to change the laws for legalising same sex marriage, but it's definitely worth it. Frankly speaking, this protest rally is not to create fights against politicians but a movement about the strength of love, courage and a mature society that can accept changes.
According to stats, legalising same sex marriage will add an economy boost of a...

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When we can acknowledge the love between an uncle and a niece, and give them legal recognition through marriage, why can't we do the same with same sex couples? In this world of lies and deception, we must accept and respect this feeling of love. To make this love a lifelong commitment, marriage is needed. Even the Beatles said it, all you need is love.
It's simple, everyone deserves the right to marry. I want you all to sign a petition after this protest rally, this petition supports same sex marriage. We've decided to fight against these laws by all means. You might be thinking, what can a few signatures do? But I can assure you, it does make a difference. Not legalising same sex marriage will continue to promote prejudice and intolerance towards homosexuals, who pay the same taxes as us, abide by the same laws, and vote for the right leader.

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