Thursday, May 15, 2008

CA State Supreme Court Strikes Down Marriage Limit

The California State Supreme Court has struck down Prop 22 which defined marriage as between one man and one woman. That law was passed by CA voters in 2000. Out of 7.5 million votes cast, 61% voted in favor.

Yahoo story

"The justices' 4-3 decision Thursday says domestic partnerships are not a good enough substitute for marriage."

Full text decision (PDF)

This November, the issue will be back before the voters in the form of a initiative. The proposed state constitutional amendment to define marriage, once again, as between one man and one woman.

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