New York: OKing Same-Sex Marraige or Not?

June 19, 2011- New York Daily News author Rich Schapiro published an article showing the economic impact New York may experience if gay marriage is legalized in the state. Schapiro argued that voting yes on same-sex marriage could bring additional $184 million into the New York economy through wedding services alone. New York's demography has always been perceived as extremely diverse in terms of ethnicity, personal interests and sexuality. Schapiro's argument is thus based on two assumptions: 1) There are may same-sex couples in New York such that if the proposition is legalized, most if not all of them will rush to make the marriage commitmment. 2) A typical same-sex couple spends about $7,400 to $20,000 on their wedding, even in an economic downturn. Finally, the begging question is how should the public weight the economic benefits of same-sex marriage and other potential outcomes as a result of legalization?

http://articles.nydailynews.com/2011-06-19/local/29696836_1_marriage-bill-gay-marriage-gay-couples