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Obergefell V. Hodges: A Case Study

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In 2015, the United States Supreme Court worked on Obergefell v. Hodges, a case regarding the legality of same sex marriage. Over 9 million people in the united states identify and associate themselves with the LGBTQ+ community. These members and others in the past have fought for their constitutional rights since before the 1950’s. The legalization of same-sex marriage under the United States Constitution is beneficial to the nation, as it has positively influenced members of the LGBTQ+ community and their families, the nation’s economy, and it’s reputation.

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