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23 May, 2015

Gay Marriage referendum passes

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The people of The Republic of Ireland legalise same sex marriage in a nationwide referendum. Irish Minister for Equality, Ó Ríordáin:

Ireland is the first country in the world to introduce marriage equality by popular vote.

This change was supported by just over 62% of the population and is a significant win for LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer) groups on a global scale.

17 May, 2004

Massachusetts marries gay couples

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1179337063_9680More than 1,000 gay and lesbian couples stream into Boston and town halls across Massachusetts seeking licenses to marry after the state legalizes same-sex marriage.  The woman who is first in line to apply for her marriage license camped out in front of Cambridge City Hall with her bride-to-be says:

To have the highest court in the state affirm your right to be a family was wonderful, and it just gave you courage.