"Homosexuality is a choice" and its paradox

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No it does not, I have the right to vote on anything from my POV and you have no right to keep me from it, so I will continue to vote as I see fit. The separation of church and state guarantees me that the state will not interfere in the way I vote. If you do not believe this then you might as well through out separation of church and state, because Thomas Jefferson upheld both of these beliefs.

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Whilst you're right about the state interfering with your ability to vote, it's the basis of voting on this issue specifically that's the problem; basic human rights should never be put to a vote. You wouldn't be defending this vote at all if it were a vote to curtail christian marriages, or interracial marriages, or any other thing, but because it aligns with your own personal bigotry, suddenly it's okay.

You mentioned the separation of church and state above, so let me put it this way: what secular purpose does voting on gay marriage serve? Strip away the religious stance for a moment; what's left? What arguments against gay marriage do you have without resorting back to the bible, or this tawdry "definition of marriage" crap?

If you can't think of one, then I ask you: what business does a secular government have in denying this right, or putting it up for a vote at all?