Fighting Quote by Masha Gessen

“... fighting for gay marriage generally involves lying about what we are going to do with marriage when we get there-because we lie that the institution of marriage is not going to change, and that is a lie. The institution of marriage is going to change, and it should change. And again, I don't…” quote by Masha Gessen — Download Open image

“... fighting for gay marriage generally involves lying about what we are going to do with marriage when we get there-because we lie that the institution of marriage is not going to change, and that is a lie. The institution of marriage is going to change, and it should change. And again, I don't think it should exist.”

Masha Gessen

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015

The quote argues that proponents of gay marriage misrepresent future changes to marriage, insisting it will stay the same, while in reality it will evolve and may become obsolete.

In simple terms: Gay marriage advocates claim marriage won't change, but it will evolve or disappear.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and discuss the true impact of redefining marriage.

Themes

eity politics social change

Mood

critical reflective

Type

analytical political

When to use this quote

activism
policy debates
public discourse
legal reform

Key Concepts

LGBT rights institutional evolution marriage definition

Questions to Reflect On

How might redefining marriage benefit society?
What alternatives to marriage could address relationship recognition?

A Different Perspective

The argument assumes all changes are negative and overlooks benefits of inclusive reforms.

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