Loving v. Virginia: Landmark Case for Marriage Equality

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The Lovings, an interracial couple, married in Washington D.C. during the era of strict racial segregation and anti-miscegenation laws. Upon returning to Virginia, they were arrested and faced charges under these discriminatory laws. Their case challenged Virginia's marriage statutes, asserting violation of their 14th Amendment rights, ultimately leading to a unanimous Supreme Court ruling in their favor. This decision invalidated similar laws in 16 states, setting a powerful precedent for...