instruction:
We would like you to classify each of the following sets of argument pairs (discussing Gay Marriage)  into either SIMILAR or NOT SIMILAR. A pair of arguments is considered SIMILAR if the arguments are about the same FACET (making the same argument), and is considered NOT SIMILAR if they do not have the same FACET. A FACET is a low level issue that often reoccurs in many arguments in support of the author's stance or in attacking the other author's position.
question:
Sent1: I agree that IF gay marriage is made legal it should be done through the legislature and not the courts.
 Sent2: As I've said many times already, there are more similarities when it comes to gay marriage, to all other legal marriages.
answer:
Not similar


question:
Sent1: Same-sex couples should have the equal right to marry legally because it benefits society to support stable families, and it especially benefits children to live in stable families with two married parents.
 Sent2: Legalizing same-sex marriage will enhance family stability and provide greater protections for more children, specificaly the children of gay parents.
answer:
Similar


question:
Sent1: Gays should be allowed to have an official civil partnership which has the same legal status as marriage.
 Sent2: Marriage is just a legal procedure which allows the authorities to keep track of relationships.
answer:

Not similar