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“The federal statute is invalid, for no legitimate purpose overcomes the purpose and effect to disparage and injure those whom the state, by its marriage laws, sought to protect in personhood and dignity.”

Quote by Anthony Kennedy

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Anthony Kennedy
Anthony Kennedy

Anthony Kennedy served as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, born on July 23, 1936. He is highly respected in the legal community for his fairness and wisdom. more

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