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NBA's Jason Collins Says He Is Gay

Dennis Foley — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:03:57 +0000

Same sex marriage has been a popular topic in state legislatures across the country and in Washington as the Supreme Court considers two cases that can change the face of the marriage debate. But yesterday, it has finally reared its head into the world of sports.

Supreme Court Hears First of Two Gay-Marriage Cases

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 22:55:32 +0000

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Hollingsworth v. Perry, the case that is challenging the constitutionality of California's Proposition 8, which banned same-sex marriage. It is the first of two gay-marriage-related cases the court will hear this week; on Wednesday it will hear arguments in United States v. Windsor, a challenge to the constitutionality of the federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA).

Same-Sex Marriage Bill Passes in New York

Stephanie Berning — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 03:09:35 +0000

New York legislators passed a bill legalizing gay marriage in the state on Friday night, with the state Senate approving the bill to a cheering room before 11 p.m.