7. Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage
Via the10and3.com
On June 26, 2015, the Supreme court ruled in favor of legalizing same-sex marriage in all 50 states. This was a memorable day for the US, finally giving its citizens equal rights after massive injustice throughout the years. President Barack Obama stated, “The ruling is a victory for gay and lesbian couples who fought so long for their basic civil rights. Shifts in hearts and minds are possible.” The term love wins exploded on the internet and throughout the country. Unfortunately, this change was not well received by all. Texas governor, Greg Abbott, stated, “marriage is only the union of one man and one woman.”
Despite the ruling, Texas’ right to religious liberty remains protected and citizens are not required to act contrary to his/her religious beliefs regarding marriage. Kentucky county clerk, Kim Davis, received a lot of backlash because she refused to issue marriage licenses after the law passed. She claims she was acting under God’s authority. She ended up being jailed and released and lawyers in the case argued that she was using religious liberty to discriminate. This year was a huge year for homosexuals and celebrated by many despite continued discrimination by some.
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