11.04.08
Florida Proposition 2
Florida Proposition 2 is a proposed amendment to the Florida Constitution that would define marriage as between one man and one woman, effectively banning same-sex marriage in the state. The proposition text reads, “”In as much as a marriage is the legal union of only one man and one woman as husband and wife, no other legal union that is treated as marriage or the substantial equivalent thereof shall be valid or recognized.”
Doesn’t Florida Already Have A Statute That Prevents Gay Marriage?:
Yes, Florida statutes already define marriage as between one man and one woman. However, if Proposition 2 is passed neither the state legislature or judiciary could alter the definition of marriage within the state.
Does This Mean Homosexuality Will Be Taught In School?:
No, there is no language in the proposition about education. Supporters of Proposition 102 (those against gay marriage) are using this argument to convince voters that allowing gays to marry in the state will affect their children’s education.
How Does Prop. 2 Affect Heterosexuals?:
If passed, Proposition 2 could strip heterosexual domestic partners of health care and pension benefit plans.