Tag: same-sex marriage
U.S. Supreme Court Justices appear skeptical of Defense of Marriage Act
The Court heard the second of two cases regarding same-sex marriage this week. Legal scholar Emily Bazelon says the Justices' comments indicate that the Court could strike down the law which prevents legally married same-sex couples from receiving federal benefits....
U.S. Supreme Court appears cautious of broad gay marriage ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court heard the first of two cases regarding same-sex marriage on Tuesday. California's ban known as Proposition 8 came under scrutiny. But one legal scholar says the Court might find a way to avoid issuing a national ruling on the right for same-sex couples to marry....
Hip-hop artist makes waves with song attacking homophobia
Macklemore is a hip-hop artist made famous for challenging the norms. His biggest hit right now is about the second-hand shops where he buys clothes. But he's also become famous for another song he released recently, Same Love, which promotes acceptance of same-sex marriage....
Proposed gay marriage amendment forces Somali immigrants to confront taboo
In November, Minnesota voters will decide on a proposed constitutional amendment that reinforces the state's ban on same-sex marriage. The upcoming election has forced many Somali immigrants to come to terms with their beliefs on gay marriage, an issue many consider taboo. ...
French Prime Minister announces France will legalize gay marriage by 2013
French Prime Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault confirmed that France will legalize marriage and adoption for gay couples by 2013, following through on an election promise made by President Francois Hollande....
Minnesota pastor about to lose his church over support for gay marriage
In 2005, Rev. Oliver White of Grace Community United Church announced his support for gay marriage. Two-thirds of his congregation left the church. The congregants left with their money, and in 2007, White was forced to take out a loan to keep the church afloat. The church now owes $200,000, and is at risk of closing its doors....
Federal appeals court declares Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutional
An appeals court ruled Thursday that the Defense of Marriage Act, which denies several federal benefits to gay married couples, is unconstitutional....
Obama's 'evolution' on same-sex marriage mobilizes Latino supporters
President Barack Obama's announcement that he supported same-sex marriage has mobilized Latino voters. A largely Roman Catholic group, Latino Americans actually support same-sex marriage in slightly higher numbers than the average American....
Obama publicly declares support for same-sex marriage; Romney opposes
President Barack Obama shook up the presidential campaign on Wednesday by declaring his support for same-sex marriage. The decision comes after two members of his leadership team declared their own support....
North Carolina voters pass amendment banning same-sex unions
Voters in North Carolina approved Amendment One to the state constitution. It bans all domestic partnerships as well as same-sex marriage within the state. Some believe the amendment is a civil rights violation....
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