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“A ban on same-sex marriage violates the state Constitution's equal protection clause.” quote by Lisa Madigan
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“A ban on same-sex marriage violates the state Constitution's equal protection clause.”

Lisa Madigan

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Source Legal brief: Illinois Supreme Court case, 2015

Prohibiting same‑sex marriage breaches constitutional equal‑protection guarantees.

In simple terms: Banning same‑sex marriage violates equality.

Key Takeaway

Support marriage equality laws.

Themes

equality constitution civil rights

Mood

formal advocacy

Type

legal political

When to use this quote

  • court rulings
  • legislative advocacy
  • public policy

Key Concepts

legal precedent human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can law influence social attitudes?
  • What arguments support equal protection?
A Different Perspective

Cultural opposition may persist.

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