Well,
I guess the question is a more fundamental one:
Is homosexuality a bad thing?
Since, if it is, then gay marriages should be outlawed right along with homosexuality itself. If it is okay to be gay then gay marriage is fine, too.
Marriage is not just a religious thing, it’s an affirmation of the undying love between two individuals, and in many countries has some positive financial effects (think taxes etc.) and simplifies a lot of administration.
I_killed_mufasa:
I think you, and the writers of the article(s) you mentioned, seem to be confusing a hedonistic, promiscous lifestyle with homosexuality.
Granted, I can imagine young males without the influence of young women (who can get pregnant, for starters) might be a bit more wild on the sexual side, but to generalize this to the complete gay-community is a bit off. What about lesbians for instance? Could you post a link to that 2nd article? And stress on gay people induced by a less-than-tolerant society could account for some years of reduced life expectancy I guess ;)
have fun
-McGee