California expects big rush of same-sex marriages today

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By The Associated Press
Published: June 17, 2008

SAN FRANCISCO — Dozens of gay couples were married Monday after a ruling took effect making California the second state to allow same-sex nuptials.

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At least five county clerks extended hours to issue marriage licenses, and many couples got married on the spot.

The really big rush to the altar in the nation's most populous state was not expected to take place until today, when most counties planned to start issuing marriage licenses to gay couples. Hundreds, perhaps thousands, of couples from across the country are expected to seize the opportunity to make their unions official.


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Timing how long it takes Rufus to yell party foul on the gay call center.
Russell, oklahoma city - Jun 17, 2008 10:29 AM
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I now pronounce you Party A and Party B, You may kiss the applicant. So I guess Party B is the nagger.
steve, orange - Jun 17, 2008 2:19 AM
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GOOD FOR THEM!!!!LOVE IS ALL THAT MATTERS!!!
nocona, santa fe - Jun 17, 2008 1:14 AM
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