Has been since states began issuing marriage licenses. States use the same word as religion, but neither has the right to claim ownership of that word. (There is nothing “sacred” about the word.) My religion has no problem with Adam and Steve. Time for everyone to get over arrogant superiority syndrome.
Hopefully this landmark decision will encourage another 48 states to follow, along with the repeal of the draconian federal defense of marriage act. This is a great day for those who are comitted to equal rights for all.
