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.