Proposition 8: Gay marriage in California

Sept. 16, 2014 8:59 AM PT

Lorri L. Jean and Dean R. Broyles debate the state ballot measure that would constitutionally ban same-sex couples from marrying.

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Opinion

Why not just have civil unions for everyone?

Dean R. Broyles says promoting male-female marriage is in the public’s interest. Lorri L. Jean says that even if Proposition 8 loses, it will have harmed California.
Oct. 29, 2008
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Opinion

How would Prop. 8 affect married same-sex couples?

Lorri L. Jean says it’s wrong for a group’s civil rights to be voted away. Dean R. Broyles says recognizing gay marriages provides one group special, not equal, protection.
Oct. 28, 2008
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Opinion

A gay-marriage Pandora’s box?

Dean R. Broyles says there’s a very real conflict between gay rights and 1st Amendment freedoms. Lorri L. Jean says same-sex marriage is only about treating all Californians fairly.
Oct. 27, 2008

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