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.
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Question: Sent1: And if people have a "religious belief" whereby they don't think blacks should vote, or that interracial marriage should occur, should governmental officials who have those "religious beliefs" just be allowed to ignore their duty?
 Sent2: Any one who has voted yes to place these amendments into state constitutions because they have a religious belief that excludes gay people from marriage has also imposed those religious beliefs upon gay people.

Answer: Not similar


Question: Sent1: While the presence of gay marriage being legal may "influence" children in some menial way, it does NOT "damage the right of people to believe what they wish".
 Sent2: Having the government recognize gay marriage over the will of the people influences people's children into thinking gay marriage is acceptable.

Answer: Similar


Question: Sent1: It is enough to show that legalizing same-sex marriage is not harmful to indicate that it should be allowed.
 Sent2: Show me, specifically, how same-sex marriage, accepted and legalized or not, has any affect on those who want to marry themselves and their rights.

Answer:
Similar