Cultural and Political Shifts on Same-Sex Marriage

This chapter delves into the evolving landscape of same-sex marriage in America, highlighting key events from the California ban in 2008 to the Supreme Court's ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges in 2015. It examines the tensions between religious beliefs and changing societal norms, reflecting on the apprehensions faced by Christian institutions amid growing corporate and political influences. The chapter also investigates the shifting perspectives of Republican voters, particularly evangelical Christians, revealing a complex interplay between tradition and cultural evolution.