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Religious Demonstrators Divided on Same-Sex Marriage

By Dan Kennedy

Boston Phoenix | August 7, 2004

Depending on your religious beliefs, the Massachusetts high court's ruling opening the door for gays and lesbians to marry can be seen as "an attack against civilization" or a welcome step forward in the civil rights struggle.

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Tags: same-sex marriage, gay marriage, Boston Phoenix, Massachusettes State Legislature, gay & lesbian issues

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