

46. Obergefell v. Hodges and the Ongoing Fight for Marriage Equality
Feb 28, 2023
26:06
Correction: The U.S. Supreme Court's landmark decision for Obergefell v. Hodges came on June 26, 2015. It was incorrectly/accidentally stated as January 26, 2015 at the 15:25 time mark.
In the United States, the fight for marriage equality dates back to 1987. But between 2012 and 2014, significant challenges to state laws prohibiting same-sex marriage arose.
In this episode, we’re taking a look at the origins of Obergefell v. Hodges, its landmark decision and legacy, and potential threats to the future of marriage equality.
Additional Resources:
- De Boer v. Snyder
- Bourke v. Beshear
- Bourke v. Beshear & Love v. Beshear - Freedom to Marry in Kentucky
- Tanco v. Haslam
- Tanco v. Haslam
- Obergefell v. Hodges
- The Supreme Court Gay Marriage Arguments: What the Justices Revealed — Quote by Quote
- Obergefell v. Hodges (2015)
- Obergefell v. Hodges
- The Supreme Court's Most Memorable Quotes on Gay Marriage
- Here’s What You Need to Know About the Respect for Marriage Act
- H.R.8404 - Respect for Marriage Act
- The 19th Explains: Why the Respect for Marriage Act Doesn’t Codify Same-Sex Marriage Rights
- Congress: Pass the Equality Act