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‘John and Jim’ symphony honors marriage equality with its future increasingly in doubt

‘John and Jim’ symphony honors marriage equality with its future increasingly in doubt

Summary

The Supreme Court decided ten years ago that state laws banning same-sex marriage were not allowed. A new symphony piece celebrates the love story of Jim Obergefell and his husband, John, highlighting ongoing efforts to protect this decision.

Key Facts

  • The Supreme Court's ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges made same-sex marriage legal across the United States.
  • The decision found that state bans on same-sex marriage were unconstitutional.
  • Jim Obergefell and his husband John's story is central to this legal case.
  • A symphony piece has been created to honor their story.
  • Efforts are ongoing to ensure that this ruling is not overturned.

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