The decision to prohibit the LGBTQ parade hasn't come without consequences. Perhaps emboldened by your choice, a minority in society feel they have a right to verbally, and sometimes physically, abuse those of the LGBTQ community. Homophobia is rising. In the armed forces, one soldier was badly beaten and left in a coma after their sexuality came to light. Should soldiers be able to serve openly?
Two adults in love should be allowed to marry, no matter their sex.
The demographic argument is likely wrong, but we don't want to lose the traditionalists' support.