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Old 03-17-2006, 08:39 AM   #14
Happy Monkey
I think this line's mostly filler.
 
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Originally Posted by Beestie
But there are quite a few legal questions that are quite sticky when applied to homosexual couples. For example, at what point should the principle of common-law marriage apply to gay couples?
Same as straight.
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What are the consequences of children being raised in gay households?
Probably a slightly lower chance of bigotry. That's not really a legal issue, though.
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If the state recognizes a gay marraige but the Fed doesn't does that allow the couple to file joint tax returns?
Yes
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Is it truly discriminatory if they don't?
Yes.

The questions aren't that sticky, really.
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