The article points out that if two people were to really be in love with each other, then genuine commitment would not need, "the sanctions of a judge or priest," (O'Brien, 662). O'Brien also states that couples are reluctant to wed because it, "destroys the honesty and commitment of true love," (662). If marriage destroys true love, then

why do we as a society look forward to uniting with another person? Marriage is the ultimate joining of two people who want to cement their love to each other and proclaim to live side by side for the rest of their lives.

Homosexuality is apparent, and homosexual marriages are becoming more frequent. Why can't we be delighted for a couple that has crossed paths and created a bond in which they can live in total euphoria? When we discover that a heterosexual marriage is planned, even between two people we don't even know, society instantaneously congratulates the couple and wishes them the best. Let's congratulate marriages of all sexes for finding a lifelong partner, instead of deciding who they can marry.

Another point that O'Brien makes is that heterosexuality is very important for continuing human evolution (663). This

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Approximate Word count = 564
Approximate Pages = 2 (250 words per page double spaced)