The Supreme Court has found a constitutional right to same-sex marriage, striking down bans in 14 states and handing a historic victory to the gay rights movement that would have been unthinkable just 10 years ago.
Anthony Kennedy, a conservative justice who has broken with his ideological colleagues to author several decisions expanding rights for LGBT people, again sided with the court’s four liberals to strike down the state bans. The 5-4 majority ruled that preventing same-sex people from marrying violated their constitutional right to due process under the 14th Amendment and that the states were unable to put forth a compelling reason to withhold that right from people.
“It would misunderstand these men and women to say they disrespect the idea of marriage,” Kennedy wrote of same-sex couples. “Their plea is that they do respect it, respect it so deeply that they seek to find its fulfillment for themselves.”
“They ask for equal dignity in the eyes of the law,” he continued. “The Constitution grants them that right.”
The United States is now just the 21st country in the world to allow same-sex marriage in every jurisdiction.
Source: Yahoo
Call a faggot a faggot it gets offended it’s a hate crime but that’s exactly what you are a faggot you little bitch
That’s just horrible it’s really terrible especially this generation right now with these kids minds just horrible
There’s nothing wrong with refusing to serve a false god. I think I read that truth somewhere also.
Churches should be able to turn away who they want to turn away.
Well there is a law that protects your religion and its beliefs …. So not a damn thing …
Disgraceful
I come to this post and say I love you all and respect you …. many years ago I was going to take my life and I went to my knees in prayer “im gay I was born this way … God came to me.that day and said to me.very clear. ” Brian you are my son ,I know who you are ,your heart is pure and I love you ,live love and spread kindness and when the time comes I’ll have a place for you ,when I choose that time …. All.i can say is that’s all I need ,,,, if you have ? For God ask him and answers will come …..
Your all disgusting human beings.
Well as long as all are adults and consenting….who are we to say what others can’t do….personally I think this ruling will eventually remove government from marriage altogether…
I get it! Federal over rules state. Next we will accept multiple marriages and polygamy in all states. Who are we to saw their personal preference of having multiple is wrong?
The people voting do not have the final say….all legislation must adhere to the U.S Constitution…..state laws cannot trump federal laws….not every state banned same sex marriage….but again it comes down to the 14th amendment which gives every citizen equal protection under the law….so even though some citizens want to stop gays from marrying it’s illegal to do so….because the state issues marriage licenses….the govt cannot discriminate on this matter….essentially this is what the ruling is saying
I swear I read in the bible where it tells us to hate evil. I also recall seeing disciples, prophets and priest in the bible speaking against the sin of nations. JUDGMENT TO CONDEMN IS WRONG JUDGMENT SPOKE TO CORRECT IS COMMANDED AND APPROVED OF BY GOD. The reason this is such a hot subject is because people are trying to redefine the first LAWS of CREATION and FAMILY. It’s what we call confusion or how some religious people like to call it Babylon The Great. The creation of a confused nation. I’ve seen this story before and I know the ending, do you? If you did you may see a high need to LOVE/JUDGE THIS NATION IN TRUTH.
In the Book only Lott an his two daughters follow the right path, the rest of the city felt God’s raft… According to the BOOKS WORD… By Faith not by Site
The Constitution does not but we have checks & balances set up to mandate or keep the system in order. What that means is once the people vote (because again this is how our government is structured) and the house votes the Supreme Court should not over rule. It’s more about following procedure. It’s okay but let the votes count and when the votes reflect differently the change or apply law
Exactly Melody Dyer,there are more pressing issues to be concerned about than how people FEEL about same sex marriage!!!!!! And people are right; everyone is entitled to their opinion and everyone got one just like a butt hole
I was taught to love all people also but i also what taught to have priorities also.I am not judging as not my job,opinions we all have a right to.My opinion in what i was saying was not against anyone all i was trying to say is there are more pressing issues going on around us around the world that need tended to for all our survival time on earth as a whole no matter of sex,creed,color,etc.
There are some negative,judgmental people in this world sad to say but so true. I support all love same sex or not and Pastors don’t have to perform marriages of the same sex if they choose not to that’s not a bad thing,but people kill me being judge, jury, lawyer, prosecutor and then call themselves Christians………. WOW so amazing
God defined marriage and those who go against God’s will have to answer.What angers me is there is so many more important issues that need to be tended to.The violence,homeless,high taxes,corruption of our nation ,etc the list could go on,When are we going to get justice for ALL.Insurance just went up,taxes,and now more prisons need to be built as if we don’t have enough over crowding now because now the significant other will be responsible for child support and when they don’t pay then they go to jail(or should) as well.And they get what they wanted at our expense.God be with us all as truly the time of reconning is coming.
Its Obvious that the “God” factor No Longer exist in America God help us.
I’m a Pastor……and I would simply say….. I’m busy, it’s not that hard. If forced my sermon would speak about how I oppose it. They don’t want me officiating their marriage. I love all people but with TRUTH and deeds.
I am going to start saturating myself with revelation again. Reading at home and listening to my audio bible at work.
Everyone had the freedom to believe what they want but spreading hate against others believes is not ok let ppl live how they want
No…..cause as it stands, a pastor can refuse to marry a hetero couple, why would it be different. ……move on, get another. Shoooooo I wouldn’t want to force their hand……put their mouth on MY marriage?
Interesting. …..
If anybody has a child or close relative brother sister etc who is of the LGBT community u would see this as a something great !! But I understand if people don’t get it and disagree with it but it’s not the end of the world errbody can go back about they business
If u have nothing nice to say then don’t say it at all the world doesn’t need more negativity
!! I for one am happy for my friends and family members who I would do anything for !! They can now get married and it doesn’t mean they will but just having an option to do so and to not feel ashamed iz great !! Like I said when these people who disagree with it have a child which they love and would risk Thier Lives for come out as LGBT then they will see things differently ,.. love wins no matter black white Hispanic Indian male or female !!
The devil sure is busy,smh like you said what’s coming next.
The Constitution does not allow for states to discriminate based on bias and prejudice….so to say a certain group of folks can’t marry based on religious beliefs/personal preference is illegal
Riding the fence. I have gay friends whom I feel have the right to be happy even if I don’t agree . However on the legal side I think it contradicts our judicial system. If the people voted 76% oppose & state opposed why or how could the Supreme Court over rule …What about checks & balances
I was told if you have nothing good to say… Be quiet… Lord, you handle this mess!!! Government is agreeing to anything these days, But not agreeing to the right things!!!
Yep!
TERRIBLE
Abomination
Congress can easily fix the issue by passing legislation to protect faith based beliefs…..or States can stop issuing marriage licenses altogether and allow folks to enter into partnerships according to their lifestyle…and enforce/uphold anti discrimination laws
You do know there are plenty of married folks who choose not to have children and folks who aren’t married who have children…..so the population will be fine
I am mortified… Now more and more believers are taking on this “to each it’s own” attitude. Only God can judge… no one wants to witness the truth or be on the opposing team. I don’t support same sex relationships, but I believe in love and human respect. Don’t expect or invite into your world… I won’t be there.
I know that its wrong.
I don’t think that a pastor should be made to do something that he does not believe in doing.
U know what? Today I realized that we’re living in a modern day Babylon..my heart was made heavy upon this understanding, but through it all I can find joy because I know that one day every criminal, every liar, every hypocrite, every false idol, every prideful soul will be torn down and set free from the bondage of confusion!
Horrible and completely disrespectful to god
This is to much! i just had a convo with my son. He say why is people against it? i say because God made woman n man to have children n reproduce. If you r with someone who is like u, u cnt have children. So now the human population is gonna start dying out.
Separation of church and state means that any church or pastor can refuse to marry a couple. People of the same sex still have courts and other venues at their availability to be married.
Yeah too what lisa said….
I just hope no one at an AME Church has the nerve to protest and foster hatred and discrimination
Revelations is a true story…if read right now u can see how accerate it really is….
Last days for sure!!
My Bishop said they would have to just take his license because he will NOT bow down!!!!
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America is the problem? What do you prefer the middle east where they kill gays? The Courts have not helped black people?
I say he cannot and should not be forced. After all, this is America (which is the problem). America with a backing of the courts have systematically brought honor and restitution to everyone but the Black man. Which leads me to see with bigger eyes that they know something about us that we don’t which is why they try so hard to oppress. Jesus will reveal it in the end.
The said pastor doesnt have to perform the marriage. Just pay taxes instead
Some Pastors believe in gay marriage but if a Pastor doesn’t is it fair to try to force his hand
hopefully all of the above