From TAP, was the court’s ruling on marriage democratic? Contrary to critics, extending rights to long-oppressed groups lies at the heart of our democratic system (and more). Was this the right way to legalize gay marriage? Emily Bazelon on how the Supreme Court’s dissenters raise a reasonable point about the historic decision (and more). Don’t listen to same-sex marriage foes: It was always about hating on the gays (and more). Zach Ford on 12 things conservatives have predicted would happen now that marriage equality is law. Emma Green on the conservative split on the meaning of marriage. Jonathan S. Tobin on what conservatives can do about the gay marriage decision. From Public Seminar, has fiscal conservatism found a partner in gay rights? Betsy Beasley on another new kind of marriage; and is marriage equality a conservative victory? H. Howell Williams on Obergefell and the enduring legacy of family values. Rich Juzwiak on why the SCOTUS ruling on gay marriage feels so good: “I can’t help but be happiest, though, about the defeat of the anti-marriage equality crusaders”.
