Same-sex marriage enjoined: California s high court justices rightly honor will of the people
BY ROBIN L. QUILLONI am shocked and, frankly, pleasantly surprised that the courts in California have resisted the urge to legislate from the bench, as they usually do.
The California Supreme Court, in a 6-1 ruling, has upheld a ban on same-sex marriage, ratifying a decision made earlier by voters. Whether you agree or not, the will of the people has been upheld, as it should have been. The justices had no choice but to reject this challenge outright. They could not ignore the will of the majority. What I find interesting is that those opposed to this ruling are arguing that a slim majority rule should not be allowed.(...) How about polygamy? Should this lifestyle choice be a civil right? Many argue polygamy is grounded in love, the same argument the homosexual community opines. The Tribune-Democrat, 29 mei 2009
