Germany
Marriage for All
After a surprise snap-vote, same-sex marriage has been legalized throughout Germany. Chancellor Angela Merkel advocated for a parliamentary vote on a bill to legalize gay marriage. While Chancellor Merkel personally voted against the bill, she realized that the majority of her government and country supported the bill and suggested the vote. The bill will also allow same-sex couples to adopt children.
This map shows the status of same-sex marriage around the world. Click on the map to learn more.
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