Religious groups call on Senate to pass Respect for Marriage Act

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Major faith organizations including the Anti-Defamation League and Interfaith Alliance are calling on senators to pass the Respect for Marriage Act to enshrine same-sex and interracial marriage protections into federal law.

Published 2 months ago · Washington, United States

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Global News

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