Marriage Matters: Equality in Love and Law
Dissent by New York Court of Appeals Chief Judge Judith Kaye argues that denying gays and lesbians the right to marry deprives them of legal protections and dignities. The piece notes nationwide efforts by advocates, legislatures, and courts to end marriage exclusion and achieve equality for all American families.
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