(AP) Britain legalizes same-sex marriage quietly, in contrast to France

The French like to make fun of the British, joking about their repressed ways in matters of the heart. But when it came time to debate same-sex marriage, it was France that betrayed a deep conservative streak in sometimes violent protests ”“ while the British showed themselves to be modern and tolerant.

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Posted in * Culture-Watch, * International News & Commentary, --Civil Unions & Partnerships, England / UK, Europe, France, Marriage & Family, Sexuality

One comment on “(AP) Britain legalizes same-sex marriage quietly, in contrast to France

  1. BlueOntario says:

    It’s refreshing when reporters just report and don’t descend into personal opinion.