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"But yes, the laws of this country ought to reflect the
majority, especially when having been voted upon, including the
laws that regulate business and commerce (also including the
associated definition of marriage)."  So, should Arkansas be
able to vote to disallow Mormons the right to marry? or to do
business?  Keep in mind that LGBTs make up 3-5% of the
population. While Mormons make up 0.2%.  Under our Constitution,
people have rights. And the majority can't vote on those rights,
however much they would like. The Supreme Court has found 14
times since 1888 that marriage is one of those rights protected
by the equal protection clause. And judge, after judge, after
judge has found that that continues to be the case.  We cannot
vote away a group's rights without compelling s