NEWS: Gay marriage legalized

The Connecticut Supreme Court ruled (4-3) that marriage can be between people of the same sex. This makes Connecticut the third state to allow gay marriage, joining California and Massachusetts.

In the times of turmoil that the U.S. is experiencing, it's nice to see our government work. This ruling is not just progressive law, but also an example of why our founding fathers gave states their power.

The best example is California. Not only did it legalize gay marriage, but also medical marijuana and has created its own emission standards. While a single state seems to lead in progressive policy, the United States as a whole seems to be a country stuck in its 20th and 19th century law, and hasn't evolved with its people.

There are plenty of laws I'd like to change, and that a majority of people in the U.S. would change. While the federal government reflects its age, state governments with populations that demand change are making new laws that are setting the tone for America.

Each new state law or ruling is one small step, but it sets a precedent that the federal government can use. As more states come together on a cause and change their laws, the federal government will also be forced to change.