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The episode discusses the potential implications of the Supreme Court's consideration of a challenge to the Obergefell v. Hodges ruling on same-sex marriage.
[This blog will always be free to read, but it’s also how I pay my bills. If you have suggestions or feedback on how I can earn your paid subscription , shoot me an email: cmclymer@gmail.com . And if this is too big of a commitment, I’m always thankful for a simple cup of coffee .] On Friday, the Supreme Court, in a private conference, will consider whether to take up a challenge to Obergefell v. Hodges , the 2015 ruling that legalized same-sex marriage in the United States. The great Amy Howe of SCOTUSblog contextualizes for us: As a general practice, the court does not grant review without considering a case at at least two consecutive conferences; this is the first conference in which Davis’ challenge will be considered. If the justices deny review, however, that announcement could come as soon as Monday, Nov. 10. I would be lying if I said I’m not pessimistic about this. I believe the Court will grant review, and they will eventually overturn Obergefell . I don’t think the votes are there to stop it. I hope I’m wrong. If the Court does decline review in the coming weeks, I will be relieved and celebrating. But I don’t think I’m wrong. It will be a tragic setback for LGBTQ…
People in this episode
Host: Charlotte Clymer
Topics covered
- LGBTQ rights
- Supreme Court
- same-sex marriage
- government
- society
Keywords
- Supreme Court
- Obergefell
- LGBTQ rights
- Kim Davis
- Tammy Baldwin
- Joe Biden
- same-sex marriage
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: SCOTUSblog
Books & works: Obergefell v. Hodges
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