Discrimination on the basis of homosexuality is the subject of much debate. In this article I will discuss an argument by Jeff Jordan that leads to the conclusion that it is wrong and immoral to discriminate against homosexuals and how they are no different from heterosexuals. In this article I will show that Jeff Jordan's argument that discriminating against homosexuals is moral is not very convincing because it is based on a questionable premise. I will use an argument from Andrew Sullivan to show how weak Jordan's premise is on the basis of homosexuality. So I conclude with my opinions on the basis of homosexuality. The conclusion of Jordan's argument is supported by the claim that it is morally permissible to discriminate on the basis of homosexuality. This derives from the fact that discrimination against homosexuals protects the religious and moral integrity of a good number of people. Jordan supports this idea by appealing to the following reasons why discrimination is a way to resolve a public policy dilemma. Jordan uses these examples to further illustrate this point. Religion is used in Jordan's argument to show that it is sinful to engage in homosexual acts. Jordan goes on to say that there is a public dilemma between those who accept homosexuality and those who do not. He uses same sex marriage as an example where the government has to choose a side, if agreed to same sex marriages the government will be against morality based on religion. Jordan claims that there is some legally and morally permissible discrimination due to conflicting claims and the dead-end argument. From Andrew Sullivan's argument, it is harmful to acknowledge that he is on the pro-homosexuality side. S...... middle of the paper ...... and that those who are homosexual should not be treated differently because of their sexual orientation. This circumstance makes individuals in society realize that homosexuals should be allowed to live their lives as they are because this will not harm those who are heterosexual. I have argued that Jordan's argument that it is morally permissible to discriminate on the basis of homosexuality is incorrect, since it is not entirely clear whether any of his main premises are actually true. Therefore, I conclude that discriminating against homosexuals is immoral and there should be no circumstances in which it is right to do so. Therefore, every individual is equal and able to express themselves in the way they wish as long as it does not harm anyone else, and therefore homosexuals are no different from heterosexuals and should be considered a normal lifestyle..
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