Gay marriage is in quotes because it is a controversial term. Not all people agree with the validity of it. Recognizing that fact by showing it in quotes is the polite thing to do.

Gay marriage, Wacko, is a fact. This comment of yours is both disingenuous and homophobic. Putting gay marriage in quotes, especially alongside other practices NOT in quotes, is a snide way of having a nice little sneer about it because you don't agree with it. We expect that from Ake, who is a noted homophobe par excellence. I'm dismayed that you are rushing to his defence. Can that mean only one thing, Wacko?