California upholds right of gays to be married

In contrast to earlier times, our state now recognizes that an individual’s capacity to establish a loving and long-term committed relationship with another person and responsibly to care for and raise children does not depend upon the individual’s sexual orientation.

Thus said judges of the California supreme court in its decision today recognizing the right of gays and lesbians to marry, and to have equal rights as heterosexuals.

Homosexual Americans hailed the decision as a victory for the cause of equality. CBS News called it a monumental victory for gay rights. Read the Fox News report here.

Get the full copy of the decision here.

Pundits meanwhile expect gay marriages to become an election issue.

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