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What's Next for Gay Marriage?
The US Supreme Court was divided today, but the majority made history by ruling that the 14th amendment to the Constitution guarantees the right of gays and lesbians to be married. President Obama called it a victory for all Americans.
By Warren Olney • • 51m ListenThe US Supreme Court was divided today, but the majority made history by ruling that the 14th amendment to the Constitution guarantees the right of gays and lesbians to be married. President Obama called it a victory for all Americans.
Also, the agony of five families who felt US officials abandoned them when their children were being held hostage overseas. We hear how their suffering led to a change in procedures.
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2 storiesThe US Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Same-Sex Marriage
The US Supreme Court made history today in a 5-to-4 ruling that the Constitution grants all Americans equal rights to marry. Four dissenters, led by Chief Justice John Roberts, said the matter should have been left to the voters, but it applies to all 50 states. President Obama called it a victory for all Americans.
Read the story39 minThe Secret Civilian Effort to save American ISIS Hostages
What would you do if a loved one were taken hostage overseas? For the families of five Americans held in Syria, the answer was "anything and everything." Then they ran up against American law.
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