Debating Rights and Same-Gender Relationships

What is it about?

The article analyzes the increasing tension between equality in legal discourse and the moral argument of religious communities concerning same-sex relationships. Debate within the Anglican Church in New Zealand, Aotearoa, and Polynesia is used as an example. Drawing from this, the article argues scepticism over rights language has shaped the debate and precipitated tension. It looks at the rights sceptic argument and arguments raised in response.

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Why is it important?

The article contributes to an on-going conversation on the relationship between rights language and religious traditions. It examines recent tensions over same-sex relationship recognition. And, by looking at a particular group divided over the issue, it suggests reasons why disagreement is possible while still pursuing shared goals.

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