chaverim:
We see/hear about homicide every day, and ignoring it will not make it go away either, just like it will not make women not dressed correctly go away. Either you can stick your head in the sand or do something about it that will not make Toeiva marriage legal. Civil unions do not presume the two people involved are doing anything, its just a business partnership.
SJSinNYC: As I pointed out, civil unions do not take away any rights (as per CA Supreme Ct.), so that would not be a problem. Its similar to saying no Yarmulkas allowed, but anyone can wear a beanie on their head.