What Is a Civil Union?

FactCheck by Jess Henig, Lori Robertson | Aug. 9, 2007 (Special Report)

Politicians often say they support civil unions but not gay marriage. We sort out the difference.

When politicians say they support civil unions but not marriage for people of the same sex, what do they mean? We find three main differences between the two concepts: (1) The right to federal benefits, (2) Portability, and (3) Terminology. Full Story »

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 by Josh Cohen - Oct. 1, 2008

At last! An unbiased description of the issue! From here we can have an intelligent discussion of the issue, pro or con. Bravo to Henig & Robertson!

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