While I don’t often just post news links, there’s enough exciting news this week about same-sex marriage that I thought it was worth an update:
In Massachusetts, the Attorney General is deciding whether to certify a proposed ballot initiative for 2008 that would ban gay marriage in the future, but leave existing gay marriages intact. This baffles my mind in so many ways. Aside from the ethics that may be involved, has anyone thought about the administration of such a thing?
In California, the Senate is expected to vote this week on legislation to legalize same-sex marriage. If passed, this would be the first time a legislature has approved same-sex marriage. (In Massachusetts, it was a judicial ruling that did the trick.)
In Maryland, a circuit court is hearing a case claiming that not granting marriage licenses to same-sex couples is unconstitutional. It is unknown when the court will issue its ruling, which will likely then be appealed to Maryland’s highest court, the Court of Appeals.
If you live in one of these states, write to your elected officials with this easy online form and let them know your thoughts on the issue. Then start thinking about your Labor Day weekend plans.