Hey folks! Here’s all the information you need about Decision Day!
What is “Decision Day”?
Decision Day is when the California Supreme Court will rule on the cases regarding the Constitutionality of Proposition 8, the ballot measure which was approved in the November, 2008 election that stopped gay marriage in the state of California. We now know that this Decision Day will occur on Tuesday, May 26th.
What’s going to happen?
We don’t yet have any idea how the court will rule. After oral arguments were completed on the case, it was speculated that the court would likely uphold the legality of the marriages already completed in 2008, but would ultimately uphold Proposition 8. However, with the passage of marriage rights in a number of other states since oral arguments concluded, it is possible that the court may be adjusting their decision in our favor.
It is important to note that the judges in California are subject to recall, which means that potentially they could be voted out of office by a ballot initiative. If they strike-down Proposition 8, it’s possible that conservatives may attempt to have the judges thrown out of office via the recall initiative. This may affect the judge’s decision, considering that Proposition 8 was a voter initiative.
What events will be taking place?
- On Tuesday, Decision Day
- Rally, win or lose!: 7pm-11pm, march starting at Santa Monica Boulevard & San Vicente Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA. More info.
- On Wednesday
- Ask Obama for full equal rights!: 6pm-8pm, rally starting at Beverly Hills Hilton, 9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA. More information.
- On Saturday
- Meet in the Middle for Equality: 1pm, rally starting at Fresno City Hall. Transportation available! More information.
Chants & Talking points for Decision Day
