Marriage equality or same-sex marriage? Why the language matters
This is why The Advocate uses "marriage equality" over "same-sex marriage" or "gay marriage."
April 16, 2025
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Op-ed: Love, Marriage, and Retirement
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Full Faith and Credit: Past Due
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