Rosie O'Donnell would applaud.

Nic Name · 06-08-2002, 11:15 PM

Quebec adopts same-sex union and parental rights

Every politician present in the legislature voted to approve Bill 84 , which recognizes same-sex couples' rights to adopt, raise children, and to share a marriage-like status called a civil union.

"This is the first of its kind in the world," said a beaming Irene Demczuk, a gay-rights activist.

"There is no other jurisdiction in the world where equality was offered unanimously to same-sex couples and their children.

"Quebec has taken a historic step."

Same-sex adoptions are now legal in more than half of Canadian provinces, including Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Ontario, Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Gay and lesbian couples were already allowed to adopt children in Quebec, but only one partner could have parental status.

Quebec is also the second province to grant marriage-style rights, after Nova Scotia.

elSicomoro · 06-08-2002, 11:20 PM

Wow...Québec is actually good for something, eh?

06-09-2002, 01:35 AM

Non.

elSicomoro · 06-09-2002, 01:39 AM

Vous êtes un outil. Jésus ne vous aime pas.

jeni · 06-10-2002, 01:08 AM

what the hell is wrong with people? i really don't see their problem, and never did, with gay couples adopting or getting married. can't those people be treated like normal human beings, with the same rights as heterosexuals?

i'd applaud too, but i'd also say that it's a little bit overdue...

06-10-2002, 01:23 AM

NEWS FLASH: Rosie O'Donnell drowned yesterday. They found her last night, face down in Ricki Lake.

That shit still cracks me up.

juju · 06-10-2002, 02:10 AM

Dude, WTF?

elSicomoro · 06-10-2002, 02:25 AM

Dham, I get your point, but your homophobia detracts from it.

You homophobe. Homophobe homophobe homophobe. You are a homophobe.

jaguar · 06-10-2002, 02:52 AM

We do have mature conversation round here don't we =)
Fantastic news, great to hear. I can't find the cartoon now but the text was
Which is more of a danger to your kids?
a: gays who adopt
b: the catholic church

spinningfetus · 06-10-2002, 07:24 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Nic Name
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Same-sex adoptions are now legal in more than half of Canadian provinces, including Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Ontario, Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Gay and lesbian couples were already allowed to adopt children in Quebec, but only one partner could have parental status.

Quebec is also the second province to grant marriage-style rights, after Nova Scotia.

Wait... You mean to tell me Canada is a country? I thought it was like Porteau Rico (I know I didn't spell that right but I can barely spell my own name). When did we give them independence?

Nic Name · 06-10-2002, 07:56 AM

The War of 1812 is one of the forgotten wars of the United States. The war lasted for over two years, and while it ended much like it started; in stalemate; it was in fact a war that once and for all confirmed American Independence. The offensive actions of the United States failed in every attempt to capture Canada.

http://www.multied.com/1812/

LordSludge · 06-10-2002, 10:14 AM

'Bout friggin time.

...I guess...

On the other hand, I am baffled as to why government has any role in our personal relationships whatsoever. So in a way, this is going in the wrong direction.

But as an indicator of tolerance, it's a Good Thing.

Nic Name · 06-10-2002, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by LordSludge

I am baffled as to why government has any role in our personal relationships whatsoever.

Are you really baffled that the government has any role in marriage, divorce, and adoption?

LordSludge · 06-10-2002, 10:52 AM

Yep.

Tobiasly · 06-10-2002, 12:03 PM

Interesting theory LordSludge.

Marriage and divorce: The reason people make a big deal about this is that there are many benefits to a marriage that is recognized by the government, i.e. taxes, rights during death/probate/etc. of the spouse, power of attorney, etc.

If you don't care about any of these things, there is no reason to get a government-recognized marriage. For people who do want these things, the government must regulate who gets married to prevent abuse. It can't be both ways.

Adoption: I'm sure you don't really think that anyone who expresses the desire to adopt a child should be able to. This is not an arrangement that is being made between two consenting adults; we are talking about the health, well-being, and safety of a child. There must be government regulations on the conditions under which adoption can occur.

People simply disagree on what those conditions should be.

06-08-2002, 11:15 PM	#1
Nic Name retired Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 1,930	Rosie O'Donnell would applaud. Quebec adopts same-sex union and parental rights Every politician present in the legislature voted to approve Bill 84 , which recognizes same-sex couples' rights to adopt, raise children, and to share a marriage-like status called a civil union. "This is the first of its kind in the world," said a beaming Irene Demczuk, a gay-rights activist. "There is no other jurisdiction in the world where equality was offered unanimously to same-sex couples and their children. "Quebec has taken a historic step." Same-sex adoptions are now legal in more than half of Canadian provinces, including Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Ontario, Alberta and Saskatchewan. Gay and lesbian couples were already allowed to adopt children in Quebec, but only one partner could have parental status. Quebec is also the second province to grant marriage-style rights, after Nova Scotia.

06-10-2002, 02:52 AM	#9
jaguar whig Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 5,075	We do have mature conversation round here don't we =) Fantastic news, great to hear. I can't find the cartoon now but the text was Which is more of a danger to your kids? a: gays who adopt b: the catholic church __________________ Good friends, good books and a sleepy conscience: this is the ideal life. - Twain

06-10-2002, 10:14 AM	#12
LordSludge Geek Join Date: May 2002 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 76	'Bout friggin time. ...I guess... On the other hand, I am baffled as to why government has any role in our personal relationships whatsoever. So in a way, this is going in the wrong direction. But as an indicator of tolerance, it's a Good Thing. __________________ "Fasten your seatbelt. I saw something in a cartoon once that I want to try."

06-10-2002, 10:52 AM	#14
LordSludge Geek Join Date: May 2002 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 76	Yep. __________________ "Fasten your seatbelt. I saw something in a cartoon once that I want to try."

06-08-2002, 11:20 PM	#2
elSicomoro Person who doesn't update the user title Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 12,486	Wow...Québec is actually good for something, eh?

06-09-2002, 01:39 AM	#4
elSicomoro Person who doesn't update the user title Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 12,486	Vous êtes un outil. Jésus ne vous aime pas.

06-10-2002, 01:08 AM	#5
jeni is stuck on altair-4 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: santa cruz, california Posts: 514	what the hell is wrong with people? i really don't see their problem, and never did, with gay couples adopting or getting married. can't those people be treated like normal human beings, with the same rights as heterosexuals? i'd applaud too, but i'd also say that it's a little bit overdue...

06-10-2002, 01:23 AM	#6
dave Guest Posts: n/a	NEWS FLASH: Rosie O'Donnell drowned yesterday. They found her last night, face down in Ricki Lake. That shit still cracks me up.

06-10-2002, 02:10 AM	#7
juju no one of consequence Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Arkansas Posts: 2,839	Dude, WTF?

06-10-2002, 02:25 AM	#8
elSicomoro Person who doesn't update the user title Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 12,486	Dham, I get your point, but your homophobia detracts from it. You homophobe. Homophobe homophobe homophobe. You are a homophobe.

06-10-2002, 07:56 AM	#11
Nic Name retired Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 1,930	The War of 1812 is one of the forgotten wars of the United States. The war lasted for over two years, and while it ended much like it started; in stalemate; it was in fact a war that once and for all confirmed American Independence. The offensive actions of the United States failed in every attempt to capture Canada. http://www.multied.com/1812/

06-10-2002, 12:03 PM	#15
Tobiasly hot Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Jeffersonville, IN (near Louisville) Posts: 892	Interesting theory LordSludge. Marriage and divorce: The reason people make a big deal about this is that there are many benefits to a marriage that is recognized by the government, i.e. taxes, rights during death/probate/etc. of the spouse, power of attorney, etc. If you don't care about any of these things, there is no reason to get a government-recognized marriage. For people who do want these things, the government must regulate who gets married to prevent abuse. It can't be both ways. Adoption: I'm sure you don't really think that anyone who expresses the desire to adopt a child should be able to. This is not an arrangement that is being made between two consenting adults; we are talking about the health, well-being, and safety of a child. There must be government regulations on the conditions under which adoption can occur. People simply disagree on what those conditions should be.

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