Organizers get same-sex marriage on the ballot in California, Colorado and Hawaii for 2024 election

Two years after Roe v. Wade was overturned, activists are concerned about the potential impact on other high court decisions. States like California, Colorado, and Hawaii are taking proactive measures by allowing residents to vote on removing language from their state constitutions that prohibits same-sex marriage. This is to protect marriage rights in case Obergefell v. Hodges is ever overturned. With a conservative Supreme Court, there are worries about the future of LGBTQ rights, so these ballot measures are seen as a way for states to use their power to protect these rights. The federal Respect for Marriage Act provides some protections, but there are concerns about its vulnerability and the need for state-level protections. LGBTQ advocates emphasize the importance of taking action to ensure marriage equality remains intact.