TASK DEFINITION: We would like you to assess the QUALITY of each of the following argument (discussing Gay Marriage) and determine if the argument is Valid or Invalid. A valid argument is clearly interpretable and either expresses an argument, or a premise or a conclusion that can be used in an argument for the topic of gay marriage. An invalid argument is a phrase that cannot be interpreted as an argument or not on the topic of gay marriage.
PROBLEM: People should have the the freedom to participate in the process in a peaceful way, as these people have done by signing the petition.

SOLUTION: Invalid

PROBLEM: So I must ask you why exactly are you against same sex marriage when it has been shown that the ban on same sex marriage is just like the ban on interracial couples getting married?

SOLUTION: Valid

PROBLEM: If a State seeks to define marriage as a union between a Man and a Woman, then so be it, provided there be an avenue for civil union.

SOLUTION:
Valid