Conservative Christian Activists Targeting to Reverse Obergefell v. Hodges

SOURCE www.nytimes.com
Conservative Christian activists are targeting to reverse Obergefell v. Hodges, the Supreme Court ruling that legalized gay marriage, following their success in overturning Roe v. Wade. The Southern Baptist Convention plans to vote on acting to overturn Obergefell, aligning with a growing effort by evangelicals nationwide to challenge the established civil right of same-sex marriage.

Key Points

  • Southern Baptists plan to vote on overturning Obergefell v. Hodges
  • Evangelicals nationwide are working to reverse the legalization of gay marriage
  • Activists hope to gain political power despite minority viewpoints

Pros

  • Aligns with conservative Christian beliefs
  • Building on the success of overturning Roe v. Wade

Cons

  • Challenging established civil rights of same-sex marriage
  • Opposing widely accepted views