posted on October 15, 2006 08:02:17 AM new
So much for tradition.
Married couples, whose numbers have been declining for decades as a proportion of U.S. households, have finally slipped into a minority, according to an analysis of new census figures by The New York Times.
The American Community Survey, released this month by the Census Bureau, found that 49.7 percent, or 55.2 million, of the nation's 111.1 million households in 2005 were made up of married couples--with and without children--just shy of a majority and down from more than 52 percent five years earlier.
The numbers by no means suggests marriage is dead or necessarily that a tipping point has been reached. The number of married couples is higher than ever, and most Americans eventually marry.
But marriage has been facing more competition. A growing number of adults are spending more of their lives single or living unmarried with partners, and the potential social and economic implications are profound.
"It just changes the social weight of marriage in the economy, in the workforce, in sales of homes and rentals, and who manufacturers advertise to," said Stephanie Coontz, director of public education for the Council on Contemporary Families, a non-profit research group. "It certainly challenges the way we set up our work policies."
Unmarried couples decide to live together for different reasons, but real estate can be as compelling as romance.
The census survey estimated that 5.2 million couples, a little more than 5 percent of households, were unmarried opposite-sex partners. An additional 413,000 households were male couples and 363,000 were female couples. In all, nearly 1 in 10 couples were unmarried. (One in 20 households consisted of people living alone).
Absolute faith has been shown, consistently, to breed intolerance. And intolerance, history teaches us, again and again, begets violence.
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posted on October 15, 2006 01:51:01 PM new
LOL....I guess it's all in who reads what that counts.
It states: "The numbers by no means suggests marriage is dead or necessarily that a tipping point has been reached. The number of married couples is higher than ever, and most Americans eventually marry."
And since gays now want to do so also....just goes to show that marriage isn't on it's 'way out'.
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Federal Defense of Marriage Act
Orange County, CA, October 10, 2006 (LifeSiteNews.com) – The Unites States Supreme Court today issued an Order declining to hear a challenge to the federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). The case is Smelt v. Orange County, and it is one of the last remaining challenges to DOMA.
Liberty Counsel intervened in this case on behalf of Campaign for Children and Families in 2004 in order to protect marriage as the union of one man and one woman and to defend DOMA.
The federal DOMA allows states to reject same-sex marriages from other states. The challenge to DOMA in this case was bizarre, because the statute only applies when one state refuses to accept the validity of an out-of-state, same-sex union.
In Smelt, the same-sex couple who challenged DOMA had no legal, same-sex union from any state. In 2005, federal district court Judge Gary Taylor dismissed the Plaintiffs' challenge to DOMA. Judge Taylor held that there was no fundamental right to same-sex marriage and that because the Plaintiffs had no legal same-sex union from any state, they could not challenge DOMA.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld this ruling in 2006, dismissing the challenge.
The same-sex couple asked the Supreme Court to hear the case and to reverse the Ninth Circuit. The Court's Order today brings to an end this challenge to the federal DOMA.
Mathew Staver, Founder and Chairman of Liberty Counsel, stated, "This is not just a good day for marriage, it's a great year for marriage. This case drives another nail in the coffin of same-sex marriage.
Liberty Counsel has defended more than 40 same-sex marriage cases since 2004 with a 100% success rate.
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And next month MORE states will vote to keep marriage one MAN and one WOMAN. Just like all the others states have done when they were ALLOWED to put it to the voters. Mass didn't allow their voters to vote on it....their judicial system MAKES their LAWS....which is unconstitutional....and being challenged.
While the democratic party complains about everything THIS President does to protect our Nation:
What would a Democrat president have done at that point? Apparently, the answer is: Sit back and wait for the next terrorist attack.
Ann Coulter
posted on October 16, 2006 05:19:36 PM newjust goes to show that marriage isn't on it's 'way out'.
But it does show that the majority of households in American do not consist of your traditional man wife and kids "family"
Absolute faith has been shown, consistently, to breed intolerance. And intolerance, history teaches us, again and again, begets violence.
---------------------------------- The duty of a patriot in this time and place is to ask questions, to demand answers, to understand where our nation is headed and why. If the answers you get do not suit you, or if they frighten you, or if they anger you, it is your duty as a patriot to dissent. Freedom does not begin with blind acceptance and with a flag. Freedom begins when you say 'No.'
posted on October 16, 2006 07:57:43 PM newAnd since gays now want to do so also....just goes to show that marriage isn't on it's 'way out'.
Based on your statement above one would gather that you now are stating that gays couples help strengthen the institute of marriage. It is nice to see you are finally coming around to support gay marriage.
Absolute faith has been shown, consistently, to breed intolerance. And intolerance, history teaches us, again and again, begets violence.
---------------------------------- The duty of a patriot in this time and place is to ask questions, to demand answers, to understand where our nation is headed and why. If the answers you get do not suit you, or if they frighten you, or if they anger you, it is your duty as a patriot to dissent. Freedom does not begin with blind acceptance and with a flag. Freedom begins when you say 'No.'
posted on October 16, 2006 08:16:22 PM new
"Based on your statement above one would gather that you now are stating that gays couples help strengthen the institute of marriage. It is nice to see you are finally coming around to support gay marriage."
I think she's trying to say that gay couples strengthen the institute of buggery and sodomy.
I don't think that would be considered support.
Maybe I’m wrong but we all can read the same thing and get a different meaning.
posted on October 17, 2006 08:03:08 AM new
"Based on your statement above one would gather that you now are stating that gays couples help strengthen the institute of marriage."
ROFLMHO .....again your track record for being correct remains at ZERO. No surprise there.
While the democratic party complains about everything THIS President does to protect our Nation:
What would a Democrat president have done at that point? Apparently, the answer is: Sit back and wait for the next terrorist attack.
Ann Coulter
posted on October 17, 2006 04:24:28 PM new
Just like married men,gay men should wear something like a ring which tells the rest of the world they are gay so women dont hit on them.
posted on October 17, 2006 07:34:42 PM new ROFLMHO
No wonder you cant think straight, you are spending so much time laughing and now it seems like you spend that time laughing on the floor. I bet you spend a lot of time on your hands and knees.
again your track record for being correct remains at ZERO
You better check your calculations again.
Absolute faith has been shown, consistently, to breed intolerance. And intolerance, history teaches us, again and again, begets violence.
---------------------------------- The duty of a patriot in this time and place is to ask questions, to demand answers, to understand where our nation is headed and why. If the answers you get do not suit you, or if they frighten you, or if they anger you, it is your duty as a patriot to dissent. Freedom does not begin with blind acceptance and with a flag. Freedom begins when you say 'No.'
posted on October 17, 2006 07:36:34 PM newJust like married men,gay men should wear something like a ring which tells the rest of the world they are gay so women dont hit on them.
Are you going to have all the straight men and women wear some sorrt of ring to signify they are straight?
You need to get your radar fixed if you are having problems telling the difference between a straight man and a gay man. Could it be you are looking for straight men in all the wrong places?
Absolute faith has been shown, consistently, to breed intolerance. And intolerance, history teaches us, again and again, begets violence.
---------------------------------- The duty of a patriot in this time and place is to ask questions, to demand answers, to understand where our nation is headed and why. If the answers you get do not suit you, or if they frighten you, or if they anger you, it is your duty as a patriot to dissent. Freedom does not begin with blind acceptance and with a flag. Freedom begins when you say 'No.'
posted on October 18, 2006 09:56:59 AM new
well a gay man talks with a lisp, sounds like Elmer Fudd,has limp wrist when he shakes your hand and his ass-hole is about 8 inches in diameter
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[ edited by classicrock000 on Oct 18, 2006 09:58 AM ]
posted on October 18, 2006 10:35:19 AM new
classic said, "well a gay man talks with a lisp, sounds like Elmer Fudd,has limp wrist when he shakes your hand and his ass-hole is about 8 inches in diameter."
Again and again classic proves there is no fix for neo-CON stupid.
The good news is in just under 3 weeks Americans can start to take their country BACK FROM NEO-CON STUPIDS.
posted on October 18, 2006 02:16:00 PM newWell,please enlighten us-how do we tell a gay man from a straight man?
In the same manner that you are able to tell the difference between a straight woman and a lesbian.
well a gay man talks with a lisp, sounds like Elmer Fudd,has limp wrist when he shakes your hand and his ass-hole is about 8 inches in diameter
Clasic your mouth is at least 8 inches in diameter so I gay people would be confused on which hole to really use or do you crap from both ends?
Absolute faith has been shown, consistently, to breed intolerance. And intolerance, history teaches us, again and again, begets violence.
---------------------------------- The duty of a patriot in this time and place is to ask questions, to demand answers, to understand where our nation is headed and why. If the answers you get do not suit you, or if they frighten you, or if they anger you, it is your duty as a patriot to dissent. Freedom does not begin with blind acceptance and with a flag. Freedom begins when you say 'No.'
posted on October 18, 2006 02:34:49 PM new
"Well,please enlighten us-how do we tell a gay man from a straight man?"
The gay men are the ones going around whining, "It's not FAIR. We're different...we're a tiny, tiny minority and we don't have the same 'rights' as other men do."
Problem is they aren't like other men. And they've had NO 'rights' taken away. They never had them to begin with. And the judges keep trying to tell them that. They just don't want to hear it.
"Judge Taylor held that there was no fundamental right to same-sex marriage.......
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While the democratic party complains about everything THIS President does to protect our Nation:
What would a Democrat president have done at that point? Apparently, the answer is: Sit back and wait for the next terrorist attack.
Ann Coulter
[ edited by Linda_K on Oct 18, 2006 02:37 PM ]
posted on October 18, 2006 02:57:06 PM new
Well, Linduh... you should perhaps discuss this problem with Condoleeza Rice, as she recognizes a gay partner's mother as his "mother-in-law". Seems the Republicans have no clue where to stand when it comes to gay issues.
SECRETARY RICE: "Thank you. Thank you very much. I am truly honored and delighted to have the opportunity to swear in Mark Dybul as our next Global AIDS Coordinator. I am pleased to do that in the presence of Mark's parents, Claire and Richard; his partner, Jason; and his mother-in-law, Marilyn. You have wonderful family to support you, Mark, and I know that's always important to us. Welcome."
posted on October 18, 2006 03:20:17 PM new
I give intelligent voters more credit than that, rusty. lol
I believe most voters are aware that the republicans support 'family values'....unlike the dems....and it's just like they know the democrats support all the 'off the wall' special interest groups.
Doesn't mean NO democrats are against gay marriage. LOL
While the democratic party complains about everything THIS President does to protect our Nation:
What would a Democrat president have done at that point? Apparently, the answer is: Sit back and wait for the next terrorist attack.
Ann Coulter
posted on October 18, 2006 03:50:48 PM new
"Clasic your mouth is at least 8 inches in diameter so I gay people would be confused on which hole to really use or do you crap from both ends?"
"so I gay people would be confused"
what the hell does that mean??-Jesus you do
talk like Elmer Fudd
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If you dont want to hear the truth....dont ask the question.
posted on October 18, 2006 05:20:49 PM new
Tell you the truth,I cant tell a Lesbian from a straight woman.
How can we tell?
Both wear pants and both smoke and talk tough.
We need something more graphic!
posted on October 18, 2006 09:59:22 PM new
"Linda,the truth of the matter is he's pissed because he cant have me"
I think most here can see that's been the case for a long, long time. He continually manages to mention your 'ass/butt' in his posts....like he just can't get his mind off of you.
And after you posted pictures of yourself....he has become even worse.
Who knows...maybe he'll ask for your hand in marriage.
posted on October 19, 2006 06:51:41 AM new
maybe he'll ask for your HAND in marriage.
Why not his butts??
[ edited by hwahwa on Oct 19, 2006 06:52 AM ]
posted on October 19, 2006 05:36:22 PM newWho knows...maybe he'll ask for your hand in marriage.
Now why would I do something like that when I am already "married".
like he just can't get his mind off of you
Just like you are obsessed with all the actions/goings on of gay people.
He continually manages to mention your 'ass/butt' in his posts....
Once again Linda you prove to me you and your people like to dish out all the insults but can not take it when the tables are turned. Classic is the one who said he was so proud he could turn on men by showing them his ass. How proud would be if you son said that to you?
Absolute faith has been shown, consistently, to breed intolerance. And intolerance, history teaches us, again and again, begets violence.
---------------------------------- The duty of a patriot in this time and place is to ask questions, to demand answers, to understand where our nation is headed and why. If the answers you get do not suit you, or if they frighten you, or if they anger you, it is your duty as a patriot to dissent. Freedom does not begin with blind acceptance and with a flag. Freedom begins when you say 'No.'
posted on October 19, 2006 07:58:03 PM new
How very funny. So now, according to logansdad, if one reads the news such as this ruling from our USSC...then one is obsessed. LOL NOT.
But I am thrilled everytime I do read a court ruling that throws water on your gay marriage agenda - yep...I am. I am thrilled to watch EACH and EVERY state that has voted on this issue...VOTE IT DOWN. And I fully expect ALL the states that will be voting on this issue next month....to ALSO vote it DOWN.
Your agenda continues to fail.
While the democratic party complains about everything THIS President does to protect our Nation:
What would a Democrat president have done at that point? Apparently, the answer is: Sit back and wait for the next terrorist attack.
Ann Coulter
posted on October 20, 2006 05:04:48 AM new
"Once again Linda you prove to me you and your people like to dish out all the insults but can not take it when the tables are turned."
First of all Dad,I can take it as well as dish it out. I've "dueled" with the best of them
"Classic is the one who said he was so proud he could turn on men by showing them his ass. How proud would be if you son said that to you?"
LOL Dad-you know thats an out right lie.I NEVER said any such thing.What I did say was-when I got back from Vietnam and stationed in Alameda,Ca,I had a taylor made Navy uniform made out of gaberdine material.It was tight fitting,and yes my ass did show under my trousers.What I didnt know was,went I went on liberty in San Fransisco that it would attract every fag within 3 counties...like this is my fault??
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[ edited by classicrock000 on Oct 20, 2006 05:13 AM ]
posted on October 20, 2006 06:14:05 AM newSo now, according to logansdad, if one reads the news such as this ruling from our USSC...then one is obsessed. LOL NOT.
If this was the only thing you had posted Linda you might be right, but this is just another drop in the bucket. It would appear you are more obsessed with the supposed gay agenda than any one else here on the board.
Your agenda continues to fail
First off I do not have an agenda, but if you want believe I do go right ahead at least I will have something in common with your pal Bush. Bush's agenda is failing a lot more than the supposed gay agenda.
Absolute faith has been shown, consistently, to breed intolerance. And intolerance, history teaches us, again and again, begets violence.
---------------------------------- The duty of a patriot in this time and place is to ask questions, to demand answers, to understand where our nation is headed and why. If the answers you get do not suit you, or if they frighten you, or if they anger you, it is your duty as a patriot to dissent. Freedom does not begin with blind acceptance and with a flag. Freedom begins when you say 'No.'
posted on October 20, 2006 06:16:26 AM newFirst of all Dad,I can take it as well as dish it out. I've "dueled" with the best of them
I was not saying this to you classy. It was meant for Linda - the big old hyprocrite baby. I think crybaby_K has been sitting in her own filth to long to see how vile she really is. Perhaps Linda needs to move back in with her son so she can be taken care of properly.
Absolute faith has been shown, consistently, to breed intolerance. And intolerance, history teaches us, again and again, begets violence.
---------------------------------- The duty of a patriot in this time and place is to ask questions, to demand answers, to understand where our nation is headed and why. If the answers you get do not suit you, or if they frighten you, or if they anger you, it is your duty as a patriot to dissent. Freedom does not begin with blind acceptance and with a flag. Freedom begins when you say 'No.'
posted on October 20, 2006 08:44:55 AM new
Don't let the 'couple' relationship...or what logansdad refers to as 'marriage' get in the way.
After all, the majority of gay 'relationships/marriages' have what is considered by heterosexuals as an 'open marriage'. Meaning don't ask...don't tell...but they mutually agree that either can 'step outside' their 'partnership' and 'be' with other men too.
While the democratic party complains about everything THIS President does to protect our Nation:
What would a Democrat president have done at that point? Apparently, the answer is: Sit back and wait for the next terrorist attack.
Ann Coulter
