This document argues that same-sex marriage should be legalized nationwide. It presents the story of a lesbian couple who have been together for 55 years but cannot legally marry. While some claim legalizing same-sex marriage would undermine the sanctity of marriage, the document counters that many heterosexual marriages end quickly in divorce. It also argues that the Bible verse cited against homosexuality has been mistranslated. Since the U.S. Constitution mandates separation of church and state, religious arguments should not determine civil law. The document notes benefits legal married same-sex couples receive and states like Massachusetts that have already legalized same-sex marriage without issues. It concludes same-sex couples should be allowed to marry in all 50 states.