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California Supreme Court

Dec. 22, 2010

Gay Marriage Ruling Was Key

If you want a primer on the George Court, look no further than Ronald M. George's handling of the touchy issue of same-sex marriage.


By Laura Ernde


Daily Journal Staff Writer


If you want a primer on the George Court, look no further than Ronald M. George's handling of the touchy issue of same-sex marriage.


In 2008, the chief justice led the court to take the unusually bold step of recognizing the right of same-sex couples to get married. It was by far the most significant opinion George authored during his tenure, legal scholars said.


Even though a year later ...

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