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Is There A Federal Definitions Power?, Ernest A. Young
Is There A Federal Definitions Power?, Ernest A. Young
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Although the Supreme Court decided United States v. Windsor on equal protection grounds, that case also raised important and recurring questions about federal power. In particular, defenders of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) argued that Congress may always define the terms used in federal statutes, even if its definition concerns a matter reserved to the States. As the DOMA illustrates, federal definitions concerning reserved matters that depart from state law may impose significant burdens on state governments and private citizens alike. This Article argues that there is no general, freestanding federal definitions power and that sometimes—as with marriage—federal law …
Breaking Unanimous String Of Victories, Federal Judge Rules Against Marriage Equality In Louisiana, Arthur S. Leonard
Breaking Unanimous String Of Victories, Federal Judge Rules Against Marriage Equality In Louisiana, Arthur S. Leonard
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The Geography Of Marriage, William P. Lapiana
The Geography Of Marriage, William P. Lapiana
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Marriage Equality Setback In Puerto Rico, Arthur S. Leonard
Marriage Equality Setback In Puerto Rico, Arthur S. Leonard
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Backlash And Marriage Equality, Arthur S. Leonard
Backlash And Marriage Equality, Arthur S. Leonard
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