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Why did it take so long to legalize same-sex marriage in US?
Did public opinion play a role in the legalization of same-sex marriage?
Yes, public opinion played a significant role in the legalization of same-sex marriage in the US. In the years leading up to the Supreme Court's ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, polls consistently showed increasing support for same-sex marriage among the American public. This shift in public opinion helped to create the political momentum necessary for the Supreme Court to rule in favor of marriage equality.