Marriage is defined as the state of a married couple voluntarily united for life. In the definition, it refers to a couple, without indicating sex. In our society, same-sex marriage is a hot topic. Previously, legalizing same-sex marriage was out of the question, but as times have changed and more liberal politicians have taken office to reflect the views of today's society. One of the reasons LGBT people fight for the right to marry is because married couples have more protections and benefits in law and insurance policies. Some see marriage as a sign of commitment and lifelong commitment to each other. Regardless of why same-sex marriage should be legalized, because it is a human right to marry someone you love or, at the very least, it gives same-sex couples the same protections as those granted to married couples under the law. topic debated because of religious ties (thieves). Homosexuality has always been looked down upon in the church (thieves). Also in the Muslim community, homosexuality is despised and punishable by death.....