American author, political scientist, TV host, and political commentators Melissa Harris-Perry nicely sums up the difference marriage equality will make:
I suspect the goal of achieving this right is less about the ceremonies, the flowers, the love, or even the economic benefits. I suspect the real goal is to achieve a more inclusive recognition of the authentic and enduring ways we connect ourselves to one another, without needing words “husband,” “wife,” or even “spouse.”
I suspect the goal of achieving this right is less about the ceremonies, the flowers, the love, or even the economic benefits. I suspect the real goal is to achieve a more inclusive recognition of the authentic and enduring ways we connect ourselves to one another, without needing words “husband,” “wife,” or even “spouse.”
Harris-Perry, Melissa. "What Difference Will Marriage Equality Make?." Nation 296.15