Tag: same sex marriage
Russia, Israel, to Finalize Work on Adoptions Despite Complications
In February 2014, Russia enacted regulations banning the adoption of Russian children by same-sex couples or by single people from countries where same-sex marriages are legal.
High Court Removes ‘Get Married’ from Pro-Same-Sex Marriage Commercial
"The struggle for same-sex couples' right to marry is part of the struggle for civil marriages in Israel, since it is clear that religious law, which regulates marriages and divorces in the state, does not allow it."
OU Weighs in on SCOTUS Gay Marriage Decision
The OU respects the process which led to the Obergefell decision, but prays religious liberty won't be sacrificed.
US Issues First Visas to Same-Sex Israeli Couples
The American embassy in Tel Aviv issued its first derivative visas to same-sex Israeli couples.
The derivative visa allows the applicant to receive a visa...
Well Intentioned, but Wrong to Condone Homosexuality
Making gay marriage not just value neutral but something positive. It is in effect koshering a forbidden lifestyle.
Why Orthodox Jews Should Not Oppose Legalizing Same Sex Marriage
Orthodox Jews who benefit greatly from the freedom to practice their religion should in no way impose their religious beliefs on others.
Barney Frank Weds Lover in Massachusetts
Jewish Democratic Congressman from Massachusetts Barney Frank, 72, wed his male partner of five years, carpenter James Ready, 42, in a private ceremony on...
New Hampshire House Squashes Bill Allowing Vendors to Refuse Serving Gay Weddings
The New Hampshire House of Representative Wednesday defeated by a 246-85 vote a bill that would have allowed photographers, caterers and others to turn away wedding gigs if they had a religious objection to the marriage. "As New Hampshire goes, so goes the nation," and political trends have a way of trickling down to the more populated states.
In Defense Of Traditional Matrimony
Marriage is under assault again in this country, as fewer adults choose to tie the matrimonial knot while the Left continues to lend civil and economic credence to unions of same-sex partners.