Getting to Same-Sex Marriage - A Constitutional History

Explore the captivating evolution of societal attitudes towards homosexuality in this 51-minute lecture from The Aspen Institute. Delve into a comprehensive historical journey spanning from ancient Greek and Roman civilizations through early Christianity, the Middle Ages, 19th-century America, and the post-World War II Lavender Scare. Examine the emergence of the gay rights movement during the Stonewall and AIDS eras, and analyze constitutional arguments surrounding sodomy, equal rights, and same-sex marriage. Gain insights into the series of landmark, yet divisive, Supreme Court decisions that have profoundly reshaped the status of gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals in American society.

Getting to Same-Sex Marriage