As most of you know, I am a Conservative Jew – and I consider myself to be a religious Conservative Jew. I am very familiar with the words of the Torah that deal with the topic of homosexuality. I actually find it very interesting that in the Torah, the topic is dealt with in very few words, yet millions of words have been used in the discussions of the topic. I do not believe in gay “marriage” or “unions” of whatever they call these pairings. However, playing the devil’s advocate, I can see the other side of the argument and discuss it rationally. Many of these couples have cohabited for decades. As partners, I can understand their desire for the tax and health insurance benefits that are afforded to married heterosexual couples. Also, as mentioned above, they would like the right to give medical consent for their partner. This understanding of their side of the story in no way indicates my support for these unions.
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