Does everyone have the right to pursue happiness?

Something that I always thought was worth thinking about, was this short clip from the West Wing, where Bartlett put into perspective some rather interesting questions:



There are a multitude of reasons, for people to be uncomfortable or unhappy with current motions to repeal 337A, but there have been none which have been reasonable or logical enough, that should be even considered a decent objection. At times, some of the objections are questionable to the point of being simply baseless, or outright ridiculous.

Whether there is a need for a high profile case to repeal 337A, or whether it is imperative that this be achieved at the present moment, I believe it is not as clear. However, what people should seriously consider, is whether 337A is relevant or neccessary in this present time and age.

Civilization have progressed. We do not put people to death for working on the sabbath, stoned for planting different crops side by side, or burned for wearing garments from two different threads.

We recognize today, the right of individual to pursue their lifestyles, as long as it does not harm the wider society. I think we also recognize today, the right of individuals to pursue happiness and fulfillment in the lives, as long as it does not infringe upon the right of others to do so.

Why do some individuals rather see loveless and broken heterosexual relationships, or individuals who are legally disallowed to seek love and happiness in their lives? Does this choice, not therefore infringe upon rights which society have largely accepted?