Why Is the Defense of Marriage Act an Exception to the Full

question 35

Multiple Choice

Why is the Defense of Marriage Act an exception to the full faith and credit clause?

• A)States are required to recognize same-sex marriages from other states.
• B)States are not required to recognize same-sex marriages from other states.
• C)It amends the Second Amendment.
• D)The Constitution specifies this exception.
• E)The Defense of Marriage Act is not subject to the full faith and credit clause.

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