The crux of some of the most intense debates in the United States rests on the interpretation of words. At the heart of the gay-rights issue is the definition of marriage. Think about how opponents of gay marriage often cite the Bible as a basis for their interpretation of marriage as a union between one man and one woman. Gay marriage supporters argue that there is a difference between marriage as a religious institution and marriage as a civil union. How are other issues that affect us today framed by opposing sides?