California high court voids same-sex marriages

California high court voids same-sex marriages
Rules San Francisco mayor overstepped his authority by issuing licenses

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Posted: August 12, 2004
1:32 p.m. Eastern

By a vote of 5-2, the California Supreme Court today voided several thousand same-sex marriages, ruling that San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom overstepped his authority by issuing licenses to homosexual couples earlier this year.

Six months ago, Newsom began issuing the licenses in violation of the law. The city continued the practice from Feb. 12 until March 11 when the high court issued an injunction – but not until over 4,000 same-sex couples had been wed.


Alliance Defense Fund Senior Counsel Jordan Lorence argued the case Lewis v. Alfaro before the California Supreme Court on May 25.

"The justices have restored the rule of law in California," Lorence said in a statement. "The decision shows that same-sex 'marriage' is not inevitable. Same-sex 'marriage' loses whenever a state puts it before voters."

Voter-passed Proposition 22 defined marriage as between one man and one woman.

"The justices rightly saw the chaos that could ensue if a local official was allowed to defy the law," Lorence added. "It's common sense that illegally issued documents cannot be valid. The licenses were null and void from day one."

County Clerk Nancy Alfaro was the official Newsom directed to begin issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

During arguments before the Supreme Court in May, it was clear to observers the panel would ultimately rule against Newsom, but it was unclear what the justices would do with the marriage that had taken place during the city's one-month wedding spree.

"Wouldn't that be setting a problematic precedent?" asked Justice Joyce Kennard during arguments. "Presumably, other local officials would be free to say ... I don't like that particular law, be it a ban on guns" or another issue.

 

What a sad day.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> What a sad day. [/b][/quote]
Rock you should begin petitioning your reps immediately show James 68 how its done!
Remember Rock On you can make a difference for your cause! :angry:

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> What a sad day. [/b][/quote]
You should begin petitioning your reps immediately show James 68 how its done!
Remember Rock On you can make a difference for your cause! :angry: [/b][/quote]
I'd have buddy but we gat same sex marriage here.

 

You guys ain't got no respect for the weeping fags and friends.

 

My heart goes out to poo poo Rosie O'Donnell. Her fat head must be about to explode now...

 

Do you have capital punishmen where you live?

 

No, we are forward thinking here :Calvin Brock:

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> What a sad day. [/b][/quote]
Yeah Florida is messed up.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> No, we are forward thinking here :Calvin Brock: [/b][/quote]
I see now so where you live its more important for gays to be able to marry and guys pork each
other in the @$$ legally. Than removing dangerous people from society. That is sad.
Forward thinking,

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> What a sad day. [/b][/quote]
Yeah Florida is messed up. [/b][/quote]
at 58 and the Alzheimers he doesn't remember all the details anymore so if it isn't
copy and paste... Well you know.

 

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Rules San Francisco mayor overstepped his authority by issuing licenses

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Posted: August 12, 2004
1:32 p.m. Eastern

By a vote of 5-2, the California Supreme Court today voided several thousand same-sex marriages, ruling that San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom overstepped his authority by issuing licenses to homosexual couples earlier this year.

Six months ago, Newsom began issuing the licenses in violation of the law. The city continued the practice from Feb. 12 until March 11 when the high court issued an injunction – but not until over 4,000 same-sex couples had been wed.


Alliance Defense Fund Senior Counsel Jordan Lorence argued the case Lewis v. Alfaro before the California Supreme Court on May 25.

"The justices have restored the rule of law in California," Lorence said in a statement. "The decision shows that same-sex 'marriage' is not inevitable. Same-sex 'marriage' loses whenever a state puts it before voters."

Voter-passed Proposition 22 defined marriage as between one man and one woman.

"The justices rightly saw the chaos that could ensue if a local official was allowed to defy the law," Lorence added. "It's common sense that illegally issued documents cannot be valid. The licenses were null and void from day one."

County Clerk Nancy Alfaro was the official Newsom directed to begin issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

During arguments before the Supreme Court in May, it was clear to observers the panel would ultimately rule against Newsom, but it was unclear what the justices would do with the marriage that had taken place during the city's one-month wedding spree.

"Wouldn't that be setting a problematic precedent?" asked Justice Joyce Kennard during arguments. "Presumably, other local officials would be free to say ... I don't like that particular law, be it a ban on guns" or another issue. [/b][/quote]
FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!!!!!!! ::

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> My heart goes out to poo poo Rosie O'Donnell. Her fat head must be about to explode now... [/b][/quote]
I hope it explodes when she's sitting next to Oprah. That explosion would kill two birds with one stone.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> California high court voids same-sex marriages
Rules San Francisco mayor overstepped his authority by issuing licenses

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Posted: August 12, 2004
1:32 p.m. Eastern

By a vote of 5-2, the California Supreme Court today voided several thousand same-sex marriages, ruling that San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom overstepped his authority by issuing licenses to homosexual couples earlier this year.

Six months ago, Newsom began issuing the licenses in violation of the law. The city continued the practice from Feb. 12 until March 11 when the high court issued an injunction – but not until over 4,000 same-sex couples had been wed.


Alliance Defense Fund Senior Counsel Jordan Lorence argued the case Lewis v. Alfaro before the California Supreme Court on May 25.

"The justices have restored the rule of law in California," Lorence said in a statement. "The decision shows that same-sex 'marriage' is not inevitable. Same-sex 'marriage' loses whenever a state puts it before voters."

Voter-passed Proposition 22 defined marriage as between one man and one woman.

"The justices rightly saw the chaos that could ensue if a local official was allowed to defy the law," Lorence added. "It's common sense that illegally issued documents cannot be valid. The licenses were null and void from day one."

County Clerk Nancy Alfaro was the official Newsom directed to begin issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

During arguments before the Supreme Court in May, it was clear to observers the panel would ultimately rule against Newsom, but it was unclear what the justices would do with the marriage that had taken place during the city's one-month wedding spree.

"Wouldn't that be setting a problematic precedent?" asked Justice Joyce Kennard during arguments. "Presumably, other local officials would be free to say ... I don't like that particular law, be it a ban on guns" or another issue. [/b][/quote]
FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!!!!!!! :: [/b][/quote]
Why it means you cant marry your boyfriend bubba.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> California high court voids same-sex marriages
Rules San Francisco mayor overstepped his authority by issuing licenses

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Posted: August 12, 2004
1:32 p.m. Eastern

By a vote of 5-2, the California Supreme Court today voided several thousand same-sex marriages, ruling that San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom overstepped his authority by issuing licenses to homosexual couples earlier this year.

Six months ago, Newsom began issuing the licenses in violation of the law. The city continued the practice from Feb. 12 until March 11 when the high court issued an injunction – but not until over 4,000 same-sex couples had been wed.


Alliance Defense Fund Senior Counsel Jordan Lorence argued the case Lewis v. Alfaro before the California Supreme Court on May 25.

"The justices have restored the rule of law in California," Lorence said in a statement. "The decision shows that same-sex 'marriage' is not inevitable. Same-sex 'marriage' loses whenever a state puts it before voters."

Voter-passed Proposition 22 defined marriage as between one man and one woman.

"The justices rightly saw the chaos that could ensue if a local official was allowed to defy the law," Lorence added. "It's common sense that illegally issued documents cannot be valid. The licenses were null and void from day one."

County Clerk Nancy Alfaro was the official Newsom directed to begin issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

During arguments before the Supreme Court in May, it was clear to observers the panel would ultimately rule against Newsom, but it was unclear what the justices would do with the marriage that had taken place during the city's one-month wedding spree.

"Wouldn't that be setting a problematic precedent?" asked Justice Joyce Kennard during arguments. "Presumably, other local officials would be free to say ... I don't like that particular law, be it a ban on guns" or another issue. [/b][/quote]
FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!!!!!!! :: [/b][/quote]
Why it means you cant marry your boyfriend bubba. [/b][/quote]
HAHA, what a hilarious statement.

Now, back to the issue at hand. What do you think of the verdict?

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> California high court voids same-sex marriages
Rules San Francisco mayor overstepped his authority by issuing licenses

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Posted: August 12, 2004
1:32 p.m. Eastern

By a vote of 5-2, the California Supreme Court today voided several thousand same-sex marriages, ruling that San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom overstepped his authority by issuing licenses to homosexual couples earlier this year.

Six months ago, Newsom began issuing the licenses in violation of the law. The city continued the practice from Feb. 12 until March 11 when the high court issued an injunction – but not until over 4,000 same-sex couples had been wed.


Alliance Defense Fund Senior Counsel Jordan Lorence argued the case Lewis v. Alfaro before the California Supreme Court on May 25.

"The justices have restored the rule of law in California," Lorence said in a statement. "The decision shows that same-sex 'marriage' is not inevitable. Same-sex 'marriage' loses whenever a state puts it before voters."

Voter-passed Proposition 22 defined marriage as between one man and one woman.

"The justices rightly saw the chaos that could ensue if a local official was allowed to defy the law," Lorence added. "It's common sense that illegally issued documents cannot be valid. The licenses were null and void from day one."

County Clerk Nancy Alfaro was the official Newsom directed to begin issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

During arguments before the Supreme Court in May, it was clear to observers the panel would ultimately rule against Newsom, but it was unclear what the justices would do with the marriage that had taken place during the city's one-month wedding spree.

"Wouldn't that be setting a problematic precedent?" asked Justice Joyce Kennard during arguments. "Presumably, other local officials would be free to say ... I don't like that particular law, be it a ban on guns" or another issue. [/b][/quote]
FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!!!!!!! :: [/b][/quote]
Why it means you cant marry your boyfriend bubba. [/b][/quote]
HAHA, what a hilarious statement.

Now, back to the issue at hand. What do you think of the verdict? [/b][/quote]
I disagree with gay religious marriages Christianity considers homosexuality a sin end of discussion you cant be both gay and a christian.

I do believe that gays should be allowed to have civil unions



But the SF weddings where illegal so it was right for the weddings to be voided.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> California high court voids same-sex marriages
Rules San Francisco mayor overstepped his authority by issuing licenses

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Posted: August 12, 2004
1:32 p.m. Eastern

By a vote of 5-2, the California Supreme Court today voided several thousand same-sex marriages, ruling that San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom overstepped his authority by issuing licenses to homosexual couples earlier this year.

Six months ago, Newsom began issuing the licenses in violation of the law. The city continued the practice from Feb. 12 until March 11 when the high court issued an injunction – but not until over 4,000 same-sex couples had been wed.


Alliance Defense Fund Senior Counsel Jordan Lorence argued the case Lewis v. Alfaro before the California Supreme Court on May 25.

"The justices have restored the rule of law in California," Lorence said in a statement. "The decision shows that same-sex 'marriage' is not inevitable. Same-sex 'marriage' loses whenever a state puts it before voters."

Voter-passed Proposition 22 defined marriage as between one man and one woman.

"The justices rightly saw the chaos that could ensue if a local official was allowed to defy the law," Lorence added. "It's common sense that illegally issued documents cannot be valid. The licenses were null and void from day one."

County Clerk Nancy Alfaro was the official Newsom directed to begin issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

During arguments before the Supreme Court in May, it was clear to observers the panel would ultimately rule against Newsom, but it was unclear what the justices would do with the marriage that had taken place during the city's one-month wedding spree.

"Wouldn't that be setting a problematic precedent?" asked Justice Joyce Kennard during arguments. "Presumably, other local officials would be free to say ... I don't like that particular law, be it a ban on guns" or another issue. [/b][/quote]
FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!!!!!!! :: [/b][/quote]
Why it means you cant marry your boyfriend bubba. [/b][/quote]
HAHA, what a hilarious statement.

Now, back to the issue at hand. What do you think of the verdict? [/b][/quote]
I disagree with gay religious marriages Christianity considers homosexuality a sin end of discussion you cant be both gay and a christian.

I do believe that gays should be allowed to have civil unions



But the SF weddings where illegal so it was right for the weddings to be voided. [/b][/quote]
People commit sins all the time anyway according to Christians. Still people can be married or even priests (who include perhaps the biggest % of both gays and pedophiles out of any workmen)

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> My heart goes out to poo poo Rosie O'Donnell. Her fat head must be about to explode now... [/b][/quote]

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> My heart goes out to poo poo Rosie O'Donnell. Her fat head must be about to explode now... [/b][/quote]
[/b][/quote]
Whacha laughing at? Don't you know it could be dangerous?

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> My heart goes out to poo poo Rosie O'Donnell. Her fat head must be about to explode now... [/b][/quote]
[/b][/quote]
Whacha laughing at? Don't you know it could be dangerous? [/b][/quote]
:twak:

Youre right, my prayers go out to any innocent bystanders.

 

latin king is now single again

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> California high court voids same-sex marriages
Rules San Francisco mayor overstepped his authority by issuing licenses

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Posted: August 12, 2004
1:32 p.m. Eastern

By a vote of 5-2, the California Supreme Court today voided several thousand same-sex marriages, ruling that San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom overstepped his authority by issuing licenses to homosexual couples earlier this year.

Six months ago, Newsom began issuing the licenses in violation of the law. The city continued the practice from Feb. 12 until March 11 when the high court issued an injunction – but not until over 4,000 same-sex couples had been wed.


Alliance Defense Fund Senior Counsel Jordan Lorence argued the case Lewis v. Alfaro before the California Supreme Court on May 25.

"The justices have restored the rule of law in California," Lorence said in a statement. "The decision shows that same-sex 'marriage' is not inevitable. Same-sex 'marriage' loses whenever a state puts it before voters."

Voter-passed Proposition 22 defined marriage as between one man and one woman.

"The justices rightly saw the chaos that could ensue if a local official was allowed to defy the law," Lorence added. "It's common sense that illegally issued documents cannot be valid. The licenses were null and void from day one."

County Clerk Nancy Alfaro was the official Newsom directed to begin issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

During arguments before the Supreme Court in May, it was clear to observers the panel would ultimately rule against Newsom, but it was unclear what the justices would do with the marriage that had taken place during the city's one-month wedding spree.

"Wouldn't that be setting a problematic precedent?" asked Justice Joyce Kennard during arguments. "Presumably, other local officials would be free to say ... I don't like that particular law, be it a ban on guns" or another issue. [/b][/quote]
FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!!!!!!! :: [/b][/quote]
Why it means you cant marry your boyfriend bubba. [/b][/quote]
HAHA, what a hilarious statement.

Now, back to the issue at hand. What do you think of the verdict? [/b][/quote]
I disagree with gay religious marriages Christianity considers homosexuality a sin end of discussion you cant be both gay and a christian.

I do believe that gays should be allowed to have civil unions



But the SF weddings where illegal so it was right for the weddings to be voided. [/b][/quote]
I agree with you except I go a step further. I say fuck allowing faggots to have civil unions. I think they should have ZERO rights at all.

And if you're gay bashing or committing a hate crime against faggots, no special treatment. Just send the bruised faggot to hide under the fucken toilet in the holding cell of the county jail.

That's the way it outta be.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> California high court voids same-sex marriages
Rules San Francisco mayor overstepped his authority by issuing licenses

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Posted: August 12, 2004
1:32 p.m. Eastern

By a vote of 5-2, the California Supreme Court today voided several thousand same-sex marriages, ruling that San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom overstepped his authority by issuing licenses to homosexual couples earlier this year.

Six months ago, Newsom began issuing the licenses in violation of the law. The city continued the practice from Feb. 12 until March 11 when the high court issued an injunction – but not until over 4,000 same-sex couples had been wed.


Alliance Defense Fund Senior Counsel Jordan Lorence argued the case Lewis v. Alfaro before the California Supreme Court on May 25.

"The justices have restored the rule of law in California," Lorence said in a statement. "The decision shows that same-sex 'marriage' is not inevitable. Same-sex 'marriage' loses whenever a state puts it before voters."

Voter-passed Proposition 22 defined marriage as between one man and one woman.

"The justices rightly saw the chaos that could ensue if a local official was allowed to defy the law," Lorence added. "It's common sense that illegally issued documents cannot be valid. The licenses were null and void from day one."

County Clerk Nancy Alfaro was the official Newsom directed to begin issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

During arguments before the Supreme Court in May, it was clear to observers the panel would ultimately rule against Newsom, but it was unclear what the justices would do with the marriage that had taken place during the city's one-month wedding spree.

"Wouldn't that be setting a problematic precedent?" asked Justice Joyce Kennard during arguments. "Presumably, other local officials would be free to say ... I don't like that particular law, be it a ban on guns" or another issue. [/b][/quote]
FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!!!!!!! :: [/b][/quote]
Why it means you cant marry your boyfriend bubba. [/b][/quote]
HAHA, what a hilarious statement.

Now, back to the issue at hand. What do you think of the verdict? [/b][/quote]
I disagree with gay religious marriages Christianity considers homosexuality a sin end of discussion you cant be both gay and a christian.

I do believe that gays should be allowed to have civil unions



But the SF weddings where illegal so it was right for the weddings to be voided. [/b][/quote]
People commit sins all the time anyway according to Christians. Still people can be married or even priests (who include perhaps the biggest % of both gays and pedophiles out of any workmen) [/b][/quote]
People commit sins so what? No one here is perfect.

But gay marriage would be CELEBRATING those sins.

I still haven't heard of Christians celebrating their sins on a mass scale.

Not to mention belittling those who are actually making the effort to live according to christian law.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> latin king is now single again [/b][/quote]

 

If the gays can take one in the ass, Then this move shouldn't hurt them that much.

:stick:

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> California high court voids same-sex marriages
Rules San Francisco mayor overstepped his authority by issuing licenses

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Posted: August 12, 2004
1:32 p.m. Eastern

By a vote of 5-2, the California Supreme Court today voided several thousand same-sex marriages, ruling that San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom overstepped his authority by issuing licenses to homosexual couples earlier this year.

Six months ago, Newsom began issuing the licenses in violation of the law. The city continued the practice from Feb. 12 until March 11 when the high court issued an injunction – but not until over 4,000 same-sex couples had been wed.


Alliance Defense Fund Senior Counsel Jordan Lorence argued the case Lewis v. Alfaro before the California Supreme Court on May 25.

"The justices have restored the rule of law in California," Lorence said in a statement. "The decision shows that same-sex 'marriage' is not inevitable. Same-sex 'marriage' loses whenever a state puts it before voters."

Voter-passed Proposition 22 defined marriage as between one man and one woman.

"The justices rightly saw the chaos that could ensue if a local official was allowed to defy the law," Lorence added. "It's common sense that illegally issued documents cannot be valid. The licenses were null and void from day one."

County Clerk Nancy Alfaro was the official Newsom directed to begin issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

During arguments before the Supreme Court in May, it was clear to observers the panel would ultimately rule against Newsom, but it was unclear what the justices would do with the marriage that had taken place during the city's one-month wedding spree.

"Wouldn't that be setting a problematic precedent?" asked Justice Joyce Kennard during arguments. "Presumably, other local officials would be free to say ... I don't like that particular law, be it a ban on guns" or another issue. [/b][/quote]
FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!!!!!!! :: [/b][/quote]
Why it means you cant marry your boyfriend bubba. [/b][/quote]
HAHA, what a hilarious statement.

Now, back to the issue at hand. What do you think of the verdict? [/b][/quote]
I disagree with gay religious marriages Christianity considers homosexuality a sin end of discussion you cant be both gay and a christian.

I do believe that gays should be allowed to have civil unions



But the SF weddings where illegal so it was right for the weddings to be voided. [/b][/quote]
People commit sins all the time anyway according to Christians. Still people can be married or even priests (who include perhaps the biggest % of both gays and pedophiles out of any workmen) [/b][/quote]
People commit sins so what? No one here is perfect.

But gay marriage would be CELEBRATING those sins.

I still haven't heard of Christians celebrating their sins on a mass scale.

Not to mention belittling those who are actually making the effort to live according to christian law. [/b][/quote]
America is the most BACKward country in the world. The issue has nothing to do with being christian, because OK this might be a shock to you now, so please sit down, NOT ALL PEOPLE ARE CHRISTIANS. Land of the free, where a governor has to marry, because he cannot govern as a homosexual person. :angry:

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'> California high court voids same-sex marriages
Rules San Francisco mayor overstepped his authority by issuing licenses

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Posted: August 12, 2004
1:32 p.m. Eastern

By a vote of 5-2, the California Supreme Court today voided several thousand same-sex marriages, ruling that San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom overstepped his authority by issuing licenses to homosexual couples earlier this year.

Six months ago, Newsom began issuing the licenses in violation of the law. The city continued the practice from Feb. 12 until March 11 when the high court issued an injunction – but not until over 4,000 same-sex couples had been wed.


Alliance Defense Fund Senior Counsel Jordan Lorence argued the case Lewis v. Alfaro before the California Supreme Court on May 25.

"The justices have restored the rule of law in California," Lorence said in a statement. "The decision shows that same-sex 'marriage' is not inevitable. Same-sex 'marriage' loses whenever a state puts it before voters."

Voter-passed Proposition 22 defined marriage as between one man and one woman.

"The justices rightly saw the chaos that could ensue if a local official was allowed to defy the law," Lorence added. "It's common sense that illegally issued documents cannot be valid. The licenses were null and void from day one."

County Clerk Nancy Alfaro was the official Newsom directed to begin issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

During arguments before the Supreme Court in May, it was clear to observers the panel would ultimately rule against Newsom, but it was unclear what the justices would do with the marriage that had taken place during the city's one-month wedding spree.

"Wouldn't that be setting a problematic precedent?" asked Justice Joyce Kennard during arguments. "Presumably, other local officials would be free to say ... I don't like that particular law, be it a ban on guns" or another issue. [/b][/quote]
FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!!!!!!! :: [/b][/quote]
Why it means you cant marry your boyfriend bubba. [/b][/quote]
HAHA, what a hilarious statement.

Now, back to the issue at hand. What do you think of the verdict? [/b][/quote]
I disagree with gay religious marriages Christianity considers homosexuality a sin end of discussion you cant be both gay and a christian.

I do believe that gays should be allowed to have civil unions



But the SF weddings where illegal so it was right for the weddings to be voided. [/b][/quote]
People commit sins all the time anyway according to Christians. Still people can be married or even priests (who include perhaps the biggest % of both gays and pedophiles out of any workmen) [/b][/quote]
People commit sins so what? No one here is perfect.

But gay marriage would be CELEBRATING those sins.

I still haven't heard of Christians celebrating their sins on a mass scale.

Not to mention belittling those who are actually making the effort to live according to christian law. [/b][/quote]
America is the most BACKward country in the world. The issue has nothing to do with being christian, because OK this might be a shock to you now, so please sit down, NOT ALL PEOPLE ARE CHRISTIANS. Land of the free, where a governor has to marry, because he cannot govern as a homosexual person. :angry: [/b][/quote]
The Christian church opposes Homosexuality so it makes no sense that gays want to marry in a christian church .

So unless you are going to rewrite the bible gays cannot marry in a christian service.


Civil unions i have no problem with since that that has nothing to do with religion.