WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court struck down a ban on gay sex Thursday, ruling that the law was an unconstitutional violation of privacy.
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Of the 13 states with sodomy laws, four ? Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri ? prohibit oral and anal sex between same-sex couples. The other nine ban consensual sodomy for everyone: Alabama, Florida, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Utah and Virginia.
Thursday’s ruling apparently invalidates those laws as well.
Now we just need the Powers That Be to acknowledge it. Massive rallying and celebrations going on at a queer bar near you.
PS: This just in from LGCCNO:
JOIN US TO CELEBRATE A VICTORY — U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Texas ‘Homosexual Conduct’ Law
Date: Thursday, June 26
PLACE: LAFAYETTE SQUARE (500 Camp Street)
Across from the federeal courthouseTIME: 6 P.M.
This is your chance to play an active part in one of the biggest
turning points in GLBT civil rights. Join organizations across the
country by celebrating the win.