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Video Feature: A Marriage in Mass.
Robyn Ochs (right) and her partner Peg Preble received their marriage license in Boston on Monday as Massachusetts became the first state to sanction same-sex marriages. (J.C. Crandall/John Poole - washingtonpost.com)
• Gay Couples Marry in Massachusetts
• A Careful Rush to the Altar
• An Altared State
• Gallery: Same-Sex Couples Marry
• Timeline: Gay Marriage in the Courts

Text of Amendment

Marriage in the United States shall consist only of the union of a man and a woman. Neither this Constitution, nor the constitution of any State, shall be construed to require that marriage or the legal incidents thereof be conferred upon any union other than the union of a man and a woman.
• Other Recent Attempts to Amend

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Bush's Call for Amendment

President Bush urged Congress on Feb. 24 to approve a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage.

Announcement: MSNBC Video | Text
White House Press Briefing: Text

Photo Gallery

	• Same-Sex Couples Marry: America's first same-sex marriages fully authorized by law took place in Massachusetts on Monday. • Photo Gallery: National Debate

Live Discussions

• Transcript: Freedom to Marry Foundation's Joshua Legg

• Transcript: Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.)

• Transcript: Brookings Institution's Jonathan Rauch

• Transcript: Heritage Foundation's Matthew Spalding

• Transcript: Human Rights Campaign's Praveen Fernandes

• Transcript: Family Research Council's Peter Sprigg

Letters and Commentary

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Post Editorials

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Legal Documents

	• Complaint in Calif. Case (From Findlaw, Feb. 11, 2004) • Mayor Newsom's Letter on Gay Marriages (From Findlaw, Feb. 10, 2004) • Mass. Supreme Judicial Advisory Opinion (From Findlaw, Feb. 3, 2004) • Opinion of Mass. Supreme Court (From Findlaw, Nov. 18, 2003)

District Man Admits Killing Mayor's Aide
A neighbor charged with killing longtime civil rights activist Wanda R. Alston plead guilty to second-degree murder Thursday, admitting to an addiction to crack cocaine.

District Warned on Gay Marriage
The mayor acknowledges that the city could jeopardize its budget agenda and domestic partner benefits if it mishandles the issue.

Background

Q&A: Gay Marriage
The Washington Post's Fred Barbash provides background on the history and controversy over same-sex marriage.
• Timeline of Key Court Decisions

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Connecticut House Votes To Allow Gay Unions: Governor Expected To Sign Legislation (April 14, 2005)

A Father's Vote for Gay Rights: Md. Delegate Helps Pass Partnership Registry (April 13, 2005)

Md. Approves Bills Extending Rights to Gay People (April 8, 2005)

Connecticut Closer to Approving Civil Unions: Democratic Majority Driving State Measure (April 3, 2005)

Slain D.C. Official's Mission to Unite Carries On: Mourners Share How Activist Inspired, Led, Sought Justice (March 20, 2005)

Calif. Judge Backs Same-Sex Marriage: Ban Ruled Unconstitutional; Appeal Likely (March 15, 2005)

Largest Gay Rights Group Gets New Chief (March 10, 2005)

For Gay Couples, Anniversary Party: Unions' Legality Still Hotly Debated (Feb. 13, 2005)

Assembly Works on Prayer, Marriage: Plans Would Change Virginia Constitution (Feb. 10, 2005)

Va. Senate Backs Ban On Gay Marriage: Vote Urges Change To Constitution (Feb. 8, 2005)

Manhattan Judge Clears the Way for Same-Sex Marriages: Ruling Will Not Take Effect for 30 Days (Feb. 5, 2005)

Gay Father Appeals Custody Ruling: Court Forced Montgomery Man's Partner to Move Out of Home (Feb. 3, 2005)

Bush Upsets Some Supporters: President Is Urged to Press Ban on Same-Sex Marriage (Jan. 19, 2005)

Gay Rights Groups Map Common Agenda: Priorities Include Right to Marry, Ending Restrictions on Military Service (Jan. 17, 2005)

Churches Take Steps on Issue Of Marriage Between Gays (Jan. 14, 2005)

Stage Set for Battle Over Gay Marriage: Va. Rights Group Plans Campaign (Jan. 14, 2005)

Gay-Adoption Ban In Florida to Stand: Justices Decline to Hear Challenge (Jan. 11, 2005)

GOP Aims To Extend Marriage Restrictions: Same-Sex Unions Would Be Banned By Va. Constitution (Jan. 11, 2005)

Same-Sex Couples Receive Legal Boost: Calif. Enhances Their Rights, Duties (Jan. 2, 2005)

Groups on Right Say Christmas Is Under Attack: Others Call Outcry A Ploy for Funds (Dec. 24, 2004)

Gay Couples Challenge Calif. Marriage Law: Rights Issue Is Likely to Be Decided by State's Supreme Court, Both Sides Agree (Dec. 23, 2004)

Davis Hires Retiring Colleague: Allegations Ended Reelection Bid (Dec. 17, 2004)

Gay Activists Refuse to Bargain Away Rights: Dozens Tell Lawmakers They're Against Any Plan to Pull Back From Fight for Equality (Dec. 10, 2004)