1. United States
2. Mich.
3. Letter

The attempt by Rep. Josh Schriver to introduce a resolution urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges ruling that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide is deeply concerning. This ruling affirmed the fundamental right to marry for same-sex couples and ensured equal protection under the law. Overturning it would be a grave injustice and a devastating setback for LGBTQ+ rights and equality. Same-sex couples and their families deserve the same legal recognition, rights, and protections as opposite-sex couples. Stripping away their right to marry would not only be discriminatory but would also undermine the principles of liberty, equality, and human dignity that are at the core of our nation's values. We must stand firm in defending this hard-won civil rights victory and safeguard the freedom to marry for all consenting adults, regardless of their sexual orientation. The resolution proposed by Rep. Schriver is a direct attack on the progress made towards a more inclusive and just society. It promotes a harmful and regressive agenda that seeks to deny the basic rights and dignity of LGBTQ+ individuals. We urge you to take a stand against this resolution and any efforts to undermine the rights of same-sex couples and their families. Protecting same-sex marriage is not only a moral imperative but also a fundamental matter of civil rights and equal protection under the law.