Founding Fathers and DOMA debate spans rights and law
Audrey Prosser reflects on how the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act empowered a minority with unequal benefits, contrasting Founding principles with modern politics. Edie Windsor’s tax penalty after 44 years with her partner highlighted DOMA's impact, while Supreme Court rulings and civil rights legacy are urged to guide future policy.
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Final victory for marriage equality in US and California
A gay Californian celebrates the Supreme Court ruling that DOMA is unconstitutional and California joining states with same sex marriage rights. The piece recalls Prop 6 battles, Reagan’s stance, and Fred Karger as an openly gay presidential candidate from Laguna Beach.
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