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.

Q: (No, I'm not saying homsexuality is like either of these issues; I'm simply saying that indeed many Catholics and the Catholic church leadership takes it just as seriously as what they consider to be sin).

A: Valid
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Q: This is a particularly useful tool for a political interest group seeking political influence or possible power, as it reduces the overall criticism directed toward any of their proposals.

A: Invalid
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Q: So if someone is against same sex marriage then they are for hurting my family.

A:
Valid
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