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This article provides an in-depth analysis of the marriage equality debate in Iceland from 1996 to 2015, with a focus on the role of the national church, the state, and the LGBTQ+ community. It explores how the church initially opposed same-sex unions but eventually adapted its rituals to accommodate the new law. However, this stance led to a decline in church membership, prompting an apology and reconciliation efforts. The article also examines the intersection of neoliberalism, nationality, and queerness in the debate, highlighting the emergence of homonormativity and homonationalism in Iceland. It questions the narrative of sexual exceptionalism and emphasizes the history of colonialism, racism, and violence against marginalized groups. Using a Foucauldian genealogical method, the article analyzes the impact of the marriage equality debate on notions of normality and queerness, discussing the exclusion of bisexual and trans individuals from the discourse. It also presents the challenges faced by same-sex couples seeking marriage and encountering resistance from the national church. Overall, the article aims to challenge societal norms and assumptions surrounding marriage, nationhood, and queerness in Iceland, raising concerns about the vulnerability of LGBTQ+ inclusion if it depends on neoliberal ideology. [Extracted from the article] |