Amendments Quote by Coretta Scott King
“A constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriages is a form of gay bashing and it would do nothing at all to protect traditional marriages.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Civil Rights Rally, 1978
Banning same‑sex marriage does not protect traditional marriage and instead fuels discrimination.
In simple terms: Discriminatory bans harm everyone.
Advocate for inclusive marriage rights.
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When to use this quote
- legislative advocacy
- community education
- court cases
- political campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can allies support marriage equality?
- What are effective strategies to counter hate?
Legal change may face strong opposition.