Gay And Lesbian Social Movement
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The history of social movements has seen the rise and ebb of a number of popular and, or, influential movements. This 12 page paper provides an in depth look at the gay and lesbian movement and argues that it has developed through the stages of emergence and coalescence and is now in the latter stages of bureaucratization. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KTgayles.wps

Gay And Lesbian Social Movement: Marriage And Parenting
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6 pages in length. The writer discusses gay/lesbian marriage and parenting, taking the socially intolerant viewpoint. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCgayls.wps

Gay Couples and the Issue of Adoption
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A 4 page discussion of the question of whether homosexual couples should adopt children. This paper contends that the lack of research indicating their would be no adverse impact to the children is reason enough to conclude that they should not. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPgayAdoption.rtf

Gay Culture
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This 9 page paper provides an overview of gay culture, inclusive of example original research in the form of observing dress and mannerisms in a gay dance club. Deviance is defined and observations are evaluated in respect to deviance. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA048Gay.wps

Gay Discrimination is Wrong
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A 6 page research paper/essay that offers a rebuttal to a 1995 essay by Jeff Jordan, a professor of philosophy at the University of Delaware, who argues that, in some circumstances, discrimination against homosexuals is morally and ethically justifiable. Specifically, Jordan argues that it is not only legally permissible but morally permissible, in fact, morally preferable, for the state to maintain prohibitions against same-sex marriage. Close examination of Jordan's argument demonstrates that his position does not hold up under scrutiny. Jordan not only fails to make his argument persuasively, but it suffers under the weight of points that Jordan himself brings up. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khgayjor.rtf

Gay Identity
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An 11 page research paper that explores the processes involved in developing a positive gay/lesbian identity. David Leavitt's short story "Territory" describes and suggests a great deal about the problematic nature of relationships that young gays and lesbians have with their families or origin and how this affects their sense of identity. Within the course of Leavitt's narrative, a young man makes the final transition from an insecure adolescent identity toward a more positive fully-adult identity that is inclusive of his sexual orientation. The issues raised by Leavitt provide a rough framework for further discussion about the problems inherent in establishing a sense of an adult-self within the context of alternative sexual orientation. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: khgayid.rtf

Gay Images On Prime Time Television: Their Impact Upon Mainstream And Gay Society, Socially And Economically
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15 pages in length. The influence of prime time media is both vast and far-reaching in its ability to educate, inform and enlighten the viewing public. When the topic of homosexuality began to creep its way into prime time television with the significant popularity of Ellen, people were not too terribly concerned with the fact that the show's star, Ellen DeGeneres, was a lesbian; what they appreciated more was that she was funny. When she used her show as a vehicle for coming out, she not only opened the door for other gays and lesbians to acknowledge their true selves, but her courage also served to fortify the viewing public with a much more grounded perception of an alternative lifestyle that has historically been looked upon with judgment and disdain. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: TLCgayPT.rtf

Gay Marriage
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A 6 page paper which examines religious considerations, political issues, and world views regarding this controversial social practice. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Gay Marriage
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This 6 page paper examines the state of gay marriage today. Economic and legal benefits of marriage are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA843gay.rtf