Spain OKs Gay Marriage, Defying Opponents
Parliament legalized gay marriage Thursday, defying conservatives and clergy who opposed making traditionally Roman Catholic Spain the third country to allow same-sex unions nationwide. Jubilant gay activists blew kisses to lawmakers after the vote. [full story]
Just for kicks, lets take a look at Gay Marriage Around the World:
The following is a look at gay marriage in nations where it is legal in all or part of the country or where such legislation is pending.Posted by jozjozjoz at June 30, 2005 09:50 AMNETHERLANDS — Legalized in 2001. Same-sex couples also have the right to adopt children, either within the Netherlands or from abroad.
BELGIUM — Legalized in 2003. Gay couples cannot adopt children, although that is being discussed by lawmakers.
SPAIN — Legalized on Thursday. Gay couples have all the rights enjoyed by heterosexual couples, including for adopting children.
CANADA — The House of Commons passed legislation Tuesday that would legalize gay marriage by July 31 as long as the Senate also passes the bill, which it is expected to do.
UNITED STATES — Massachusetts is the only U.S. state that allows gay marriage. Vermont and Connecticut have approved same-sex civil unions.
marry me!
Posted by: joe at July 3, 2005 08:23 PM
Might I add, all laws in Canada apply to all of Canada, so therefore gay couples can get married anywhere in Canada. And we welcome US tourists. Come see lovely Stratford, Ontario! See a play. Get married. :)
Posted by: Deltus at June 30, 2005 02:24 PM