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“Marriage is between a man and a woman. No group, be they gays, be they NAMBLA, be they people who believe in bestiality, it doesn't matter what they are. They don't get to change the definition.” quote by Benjamin Carson
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“Marriage is between a man and a woman. No group, be they gays, be they NAMBLA, be they people who believe in bestiality, it doesn't matter what they are. They don't get to change the definition.”

Benjamin Carson

About This Quote

Source Speech: 2015 political rally, United States

He argues marriage definition should remain traditional, rejecting expansions to include other groups.

In simple terms: Marriage should stay between a man and a woman.

Key Takeaway

Preserve traditional definition.

Themes

family tradition law

Mood

controversial defensive

Type

political social

When to use this quote

  • legislative debates
  • family counseling
  • public policy discussions
  • religious forums

Key Concepts

social norms civil rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • Should marriage evolve with society?
  • What are the impacts of restrictive definitions?
A Different Perspective

Excludes LGBTQ+ rights and other consensual relationships.

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