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Why Marriage Matters: America, Equality, and Gay People's Right to Marry

Why Marriage Matters: America, Equality, and Gay People's Right to Marry is a comprehensive examination of the role of marriage in American society, with a specific emphasis on the fight for same-sex marriage rights. The book discusses the historical, legal, and social aspects of marriage equality, offering insights into the ongoing debate surrounding this issue in the United States. more

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Evan Wolfson
Evan Wolfson

Evan Wolfson is an American attorney renowned for his leadership in the movement for same-sex marriage equality. Born on February 4, 1957, he has been dedicated to advocating for the legalization of same-sex marriage since the 1980s. Wolfson is the founder of Freedom to Marry, a core organization in the American same-sex marriage equality movement. more

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