I completely agree with Anne's comment on the oppressive nature of the
institution of marriage. I found the "innocent" remark about Mark and Dan's
marriage to be heterosexist. It is as if the author is saying "finally they
have come to their senses, now they can get on with their lives". As if
marriage and assimilation are the only options for acceptance within society.
Perhaps, in order to remain PC, the author of this comment should educate
himself in queer interpretations of the institution of marriage. I can
assure you, not all gays and lesbians are chomping at the bit for same sex
marriages.... why on earth would they want to settle for something that is
so blatantly homophobic.
Sharon P Smith
U of I at Chicago
Disability Studies, Ph.D.
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