May 17, 12:44 PM

Massachusetts Celebrates 20 Years of Legal Same-Sex Marriage Since May 17, 2004

Today marks the 20th anniversary of Massachusetts becoming the first state to legalize same-sex marriage. On May 17, 2004, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court issued a landmark ruling that allowed same-sex couples to apply for marriage licenses. The decision, led by attorney Mary Bonauto, paved the way for marriage equality across the United States. By 2015, same-sex marriage was legalized in all 50 states. Same-sex couples in Massachusetts reflect on the past 20 years, celebrating the rights and recognition they have gained.

#Massachusetts #Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court #Mary Bonauto #United States

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Katherine Clark@WhipKClark
2 years ago
Love is Love. #OTD in 2004, Massachusetts became the first to recognize and declare this simple truth. 20 years later, we continue to stand with our LGBTQIA+ neighbors in the fight for a more just and equal future. https://t.co/c45CaedWWi
Lori Trahan@RepLoriTrahan
2 years ago
20 years ago today, Massachusetts became the first state in the nation to legalize same-sex-marriage! 🏳️‍🌈 The Commonwealth has always paved the path for equality. Here’s to continuing to lead the charge for everyone to live fully and openly themselves no matter who they love. ❤️
FOX 29@FOX29philly
2 years ago
What's changed after 20 years of same-sex marriage in the US https://t.co/ATxbKym33G

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