G’day Kipp:

...I disagree (of course). Homosexuals must realise that “out there” are many other marginalized groups, some of which I mentioned in my post above, whose plight is more painful in the long term than two homosexuals with an inability to marry each other, and much more deserving of attention.

...I agree with Atman above, who also articulated a supporting point better than I could. Homosexuals are admirably supported in Australian communities by any comparison.

@Diver Dan "Homosexuals must realise that “out there” are many other marginalized groups, some of which I mentioned in my post above,"

Oh, thanks for pointing that out Diver Dan - I never realised!

But tell us, as you apparently think only one issue can be dealt with at a time, which ONE of those marginalised groups should be helped while we let the others rot as you suggest the homosexuals should be?

Jimmy Jones, the issue has been dealt with quite admirably, & according to the majority of the population, the right decision has been reached.

Just because the ABC is a haven for homosexuality, greens & other ratbaggery, does not make it important or right.

Perhaps you should trot back down the garden path, & join the fairies, where you can all frolic together.

I thought that same sex couples could enter into civil unions that accorded them the same rights as married couples except that they could not use the word "marriage" to describe their relationship. If this is so, is it accurate to claim that homosexuals are, legally, "rotting" out there? And, again if my understanding is correct, how can same sex couples claim that they do not already have legal relationship equality with married couples?

"Herein lies a lesson for other states and territories moving toward marriage equality."

The term "marriage equality" is a misnomer, derived from the spin of the homosexual lobby. Arguing that the unnatural, dysfunctional, sterile homosexual act is equal to the pro-creative heterosexual act is illogical. Furthermore, a same-sex partnership requires an external agent such as surrogacy or sperm donor, for the generation of children.