What did the Supreme Court say about marriage equality?

What did the Supreme Court say about marriage equality?

Hodges. In a landmark 5-4 decision, marriage equality became the law of the land and granted same-sex couples in all 50 states the right to full, equal recognition under the law. HRC knew from the very beginning that the fight for marriage equality wasn’t just about changing policies — it was about changing hearts and minds.

When did marriage equality become legal in the US?

Marriage Equality Becomes a Reality. The moment for full marriage equality finally arrived on June 26, 2015, with the Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges. In a landmark 5-4 decision, marriage equality became the law of the land and granted same-sex couples in all 50 states the right to full, equal recognition under the law.

What has HRC done for same-sex marriage equality?

Nationwide marriage equality was at the forefront of HRC’s work for years before public sentiment toward same-sex marriage shifted. We consistently worked with coalitions across the country to rally support on the local, state and federal levels to ensure policies were inclusive of LGBTQ+ people.

What is the status of marriage equality in California?

California famously achieved marriage equality in 2008, only to have it dismantled again by the introduction and passage of Proposition 8, a ballot initiative that updated the state constitution to define marriage as between a man and a woman, that same year.

Should we hold a plebiscite on marriage equality?

According to the Abbott and Turnbull Governments it is not the elected representatives who should decide whether same-sex couples should be allowed to marry, but rather the Australian people via a plebiscite. Conducting a plebiscite on marriage equality is wrong on many levels. Here are my top 10 reasons why we should not be holding a plebiscite.

Is marriage equality a struggle all over the world?

But, as Americans, we sometimes forget that marriage equality is a struggle all over the world.