Historical Events tagged with "marriage equality"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
Defense of Marriage Act Enacted by Congress
The Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) was passed by the United States Congress and signed into law by President Bill Clinton. This legislation defined marriage for federal purposes as the union between one man and one woman, effectively denying federal recognition to same-sex marriages. The act arose from growing concerns over same-sex marriage and was enacted during a period of significant socio-political debates regarding LGBTQ+ rights in the United States. Its passage marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing discussions about marriage and civil rights for same-sex couples.
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