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Wedding blues
The author of the federal Defense of Marriage Act now thinks its time for his law to get the boot but for political reasons, not in support of gays.
By Bob Barr
January 5, 2009
In 1996, as a freshman member of the House of Representatives, I wrote the Defense of Marriage Act, better known by its shorthand acronym, DOMA, than its legal title. The law has been a flash-point for those arguing for or against same-sex marriage ever since President Clinton signed it into law. Even President-elect Barack Obama has grappled with its language, meaning and impact.
I can sympathize with the incoming commander in chief. And, after long and careful consideration, I have come to agree with him that the law should be repealed.
More: Wedding blues - Los Angeles Times
The author of the federal Defense of Marriage Act now thinks its time for his law to get the boot but for political reasons, not in support of gays.
By Bob Barr
January 5, 2009
In 1996, as a freshman member of the House of Representatives, I wrote the Defense of Marriage Act, better known by its shorthand acronym, DOMA, than its legal title. The law has been a flash-point for those arguing for or against same-sex marriage ever since President Clinton signed it into law. Even President-elect Barack Obama has grappled with its language, meaning and impact.
I can sympathize with the incoming commander in chief. And, after long and careful consideration, I have come to agree with him that the law should be repealed.
More: Wedding blues - Los Angeles Times