The Michigan case for marriage equality and adoption will be in the spotlight on Wednesday. I'm thinking strongly of being in the courtroom. It is quite possible, perhaps even expected, that the ruling will be that afternoon. All indications are that the judge will overturn Michigan's marriage protection amendment (voted on in 2004), allowing same-sex marriage and adoption.
The big question will be whether the ruling will come with a stay until appeals are heard. If this judge doesn't issue a stay the question is how long between the ruling and when the Michigan Supremes or the 6th Circuit Court (I'm not sure which) could issue a stay. The window of opportunity might be short. Lots (hundreds?) of gay couples are preparing a dash to the courthouse on the news. Both Ingham County (Lansing) and Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor) and perhaps others have offered to waive waiting times. There are also lists of clergy on standby. Put your running shoes on under your fancy clothes.
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