As the U.S. Supreme Court deliberates over same-sex marriage this week, protestors on both sides of the issue have gathered outside of the courthouse with signs bearing a range of messages.
In this photo, New York-based drag performer Qween Amor dances during a rally while surrounded by protesters from the conservative Westboro Baptist Church, known for their extreme protests.
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"I protect your family, protect mine"
Jodie Denney, a firefighter from Seattle, Wash., demonstrates in front of the Supreme Court.
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"John & Stuart 25 years, Married with Pride"
John Lewis and Stuart Gaffney demonstrate during a rally in favor of equal marriage rights in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
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"Marriage: Woman and man"
A Member of the New York Hispanic Clergy Organization waves a placard in front of the Supreme Court.
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"God made them males and female..."
Same-sex marriage opponent Alan Hoyle of the Wake Up Call Ministry argues with supporters of same-sex marriage across from the U.S. Supreme Court.
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"There was a time when gay people couldn't get married -- your grandkids"
Same-sex marriage supporters demonstrate in front of the Supreme Court.
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"Kids do best with a Mom & Dad"
Opponents of same-sex marriage hold signs in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
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"National Sin"
Same-sex marriage opponent Alan Hoyle of the Wake Up Call Ministry and a follower hold a sign across from the U.S. Supreme Court.
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"Jesus had 2 Dads and he turned out fine"
Same-sex marriage supporters rally in front of the U.S. Supreme Court, March 27, 2013.
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"Guys, I said I hate figs"
Same-sex marriage supporters demonstrate in front of the Supreme Court.
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"America is doomed."
Same-sex marriage supporter David Hahn participates in a rally in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. Signage of same-sex marriage opponents is seen in the background.
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"Please make my family equal"
Same-sex marriage supporters demonstrate in front of the Supreme Court.
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"I want to go to my best friends' wedding!"
Same-sex marriage supporters demonstrate in front of the Supreme Court.
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"My sister found her penguin"
Same-sex marriage supporters demonstrate in front of the Supreme Court.
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"DOMA is a death tax"
Same-sex marriage supporters demonstrate in front of the Supreme Court.
