Asked by Francisco Almaguer on Jun 24, 2024
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Prior to the Supreme Court's 2015 ruling in Obergefell v.Hodges,________states recognized same-sex marriage.
A) 0
B) 5
C) 17
D) 37
Same-Sex Marriage
The legally recognized union between two individuals of the same sex, affording them the same rights and obligations as heterosexual marriage.
Recognized
Acknowledged or given formal acceptance as valid, legitimate, or worthy of attention.
- Examine important Supreme Court decisions and their influence on the balance between federal authority and the powers of individual states.
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DM
David McIntoshJun 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Before the Supreme Court's ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges in 2015, 37 states recognized same-sex marriage, either through legislative measures, court rulings, or voter initiatives.
Learning Objectives
- Examine important Supreme Court decisions and their influence on the balance between federal authority and the powers of individual states.
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