When family ties are weakened, society feels the impact.
Children have the right to be reared by a father and a mother who provide for their needs.
Children from stable families are more likely to grow up to be responsible, contributing members of society. Any redefinition of marriage would immediately affect those laws and many others relating to adoption, tax status, alimony, etc. However, because our laws are not clear and specific, it would only take one successful court challenge to open the door to a redefinition of marriage.