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Civil Rights

Jan. 29, 2005

Gay-Marriage Case Goes to Federal Court

SANTA ANA - As Christopher Hammer and Arthur Smelt looked on, their attorney argued in federal court Thursday that laws prohibiting gay couples from getting married are outdated and perpetuate bigotry.

By Tim Willert
Daily Journal Staff Writer
        SANTA ANA - As Christopher Hammer and Arthur Smelt looked on, their attorney argued in federal court Thursday that laws...

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