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Texas Supreme Court allows judges to decline performing gay marriage ceremonies

The Texas Supreme Court has approved a rule change permitting judges to decline to perform same-sex marriages, citing religious objections. The decision marks the latest development in a years-long legal and cultural debate over same-sex marriage in the state. The issue originated with McLennan County Justice of the Peace Dianne Hensley, who refused to perform marriage ceremonies for same-sex couples. The...


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