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U.S. Supreme Court Kills DOMA

The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down the Defense of Marriage Act, which now opens the door for some same-sex couples to receive federal benefits, just as straight couples do.

The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down the Defense of Marriage Act, which now opens the door for some same-sex couples to receive federal benefits, just as straight couples do, according to a story in the Journal Sentinel.

However, the ruling, which was decided in a 5-4 vote, is narrow in scope and applies to California and opens the door for same-sex marriages to be recognized. Wisconsin's ban on same-sex marriage remains. However, the decision could be used to overturn the law, according to a story on NBC News.

The Defense of Marriage Act, which was passed in 1996 by President Bill Clinton, blocked federal recognition of gay marriage.



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