On June 26, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Obergefell v. Hodges, recognizing the constitutional right of same-sex couples to marry nationwide. This landmark ruling followed years of legal battles and societal discrimination, including Ohio's previous constitutional amendment defining marriage narrowly. Lead plaintiff Jim Obergefell's struggle highlighted personal injustices faced by same-sex couples, particularly after he married his partner John Arthur in Maryland. The ruling was a significant victory for LGBTQ+ rights, symbolizing equality and love under the law across the country.
Obergefell's battle for marriage equality culminated in 2015, when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that same-sex couples have a constitutional right to marry.
The ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges marked a watershed moment for LGBTQ+ rights, affirming love under the U.S. Constitution amidst a backdrop of discrimination.
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