Historical Events tagged with "marriage licenses"
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San Francisco Issues Same-Sex Marriage Licenses
In a landmark move, the city of San Francisco began issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples, spurred by a directive from Mayor Gavin Newsom. This decision was largely influenced by the growing national conversation around same-sex marriage and civil rights. The City Hall became a hub for couples wishing to marry, with emotional scenes as partners exchanged vows and licenses, emphasizing the need for legal recognition of their relationships. The move marked a significant challenge to state laws, which at the time did not recognize same-sex marriages.
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