Although those campaigning on the opposing sides of the argument in relation to the same-sex marriage referendum to be put to the people on May 22 will insist with increasing emphasis otherwise as polling day approaches, whether the constitutional amendment in question is accepted or rejected will not transform the social, legal and moral landscape of the country overnight.
If the Yes side prevails, gay, bisexual and transgender people may experience some immediate euphoria, and the sense of being part of a more accepting Republic that has given enhanced esteem to …