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On May 15 the California supreme court issued a groundbreaking decision regarding same-sex marriage in the state, saying that it's unconstitutional to deprive anyone -- gay or straight -- of the right to marry the person of their choice. The Advocate celebrates the victory and reflects on its implications.
State of the Unions Searching for the perfect tux? Wondering what you need to know to tie the knot? Look no further. The Advocate has joined forces with our friends at Out to bring you a comprehensive guide to all things marriage.
Getting Hitched? Tell Us All About ItWhether you're standing in line at the county clerk or you've already booked the band, we want to know about it. Send us your wedding stories and photos at marriage@advocate.com
How to "I Do"Now that marriage has become a possibility in California, the obvious question is: How do we do it? A practical guide to getting hitched in the Golden State.
Gay Marriage Isn't Racist Jasmyne Cannick may not admit it, but marriage equality benefits all gays and lesbians -- not just the white ones
Jasmyne Cannick Doesn't Give a Fig About Gay MarriageI separated myself from the marriage movement some time ago.
Robin Tyler on All Things Marriage
It's Your Move, Says Log Cabin's Patrick Sammon
It's The Economy, Stupid California's non-partisan Legislative Analyst Office is studying the economic impact of a state ballot measure that would ban same-sex marriages. Will the findings sway voters in the fall?
San Francisco: Marriage Equality in Pictures Take a look at the first day of marriage equality in the city where it all began.
Our Big Fat Historic Wedding License Day. The fifth time is the charm as one Advocate.com blogger and his partner prepare to get married in West Hollywood.
Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin made history in 2004 as the first couple married in Gavin Newsom's month of love. Four years later, at 5:01 p.m. on June 16, history repeated itself.
Star Trek's George Takei and his partner, Brad Altman, will be some of the first people in line in West Hollywood on Tuesday. On the night before they take the plunge they sit down with Ross von Metzke for The Advocate
A Historic Wedding in Los Angeles Robin Tyler and Diane Olson made history when, at 5:01 p.m. June 16, they became the first same-sex couple to say "I do" in Los Angeles County.
The Wedding PlannerMindy Weiss has planned weddings for Gwen Stefani, Eva Longoria, and Jessica Simpson. Now she's taking on the first, and probably most expensive, gay nuptials in California.
Invitation EtiquetteInvitation designer to the stars Marc Friedland gives the run down on the dos and don'ts for same sex couples when creating the announcements for that big day.
California Gay Marriages Begin Today Gay and lesbian couples throughout California are preparing to head to the altar as the state adopts marriage equality beginning today at 5 p.m. By Sue Rochman Friends and Foes ListThe Advocate's list of our best friends and worst enemies when it comes to preserving the right of same-sex couples to marry in California. Here's your chance to get involved! Standing By Shannon Shannon Minter argued in California's supreme court for my right to marry. I won't rest until he's protected in a trans-inclusive ENDA. By Jenni Olson
Justice for AllEven before the landmark May 15 ruling to lift the ban on gay marriage, the seven justices of the California supreme court have proved an unpredictable group
Going to the Chapel, Again Meet four same-sex couples who took the plunge in San Francisco in 2004 and learn why they can't wait to walk down the aisle one more time.
The Community Reacts The movers and shakers of the LGBT community tell The Advocate how they feel about the California supreme court's landmark decision May 15 to legalize same-sex marriage in the state.
Raising the Roof at City HallThe California supreme court today ruled that lesbian and gay couples are entitled to the right to marry in California. San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom joined gay activists and litigators for a victory celebration in the city where it all began.
Full Faith and Credit On the eve of the California supreme court's ruling on same-sex marriage, Teresa Morrison reflects on another decision 60 years ago by that same court, which defied popular prejudice to further marriage equality and turned the tide of the nation's status quo.
The Marrying Man Four years after he pushed same-sex marriage forward in the national debate, Gavin Newsom is waiting for his answer in the California supreme court. So are we.
THE MARRIAGE ISSUE Issue 1010, July 1, 2008
Summer of Love, Winter of Struggle
Even as we celebrate our new right to marry in California, our opponents are preparing to give us the fight of our lives at the ballot box in November. Sue Rochman sizes up the situation.
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