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Article: Study: gay couples face criticism for civil unions
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- The Press
- Article date:
- August 14, 2006
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Gay couples entering into civil unions can face criticism from
friends for selling out to heterosexual norms, new research says.
Researchers from Manchester University in Britain say while civil
unions provide huge positives for gay couples, there are some
problems.
New Zealand and Britain have introduced civil unions in the past
18 months.
The problems include facing up to friends who believe a civil
union is "selling out" to heterosexual norms, otherwise known as
"heteronormativity".
Other problems can also occur in getting friends and family to mix
at ceremonies.
Research leader Professor Carol Smart said the 54 people involved
in the study were aware they could be criticised for ...