US Constitution, Article VI, No Religious Test for public office
We’ve heard many examples of “officials” refusal to issue “gay” marriage licenses based on religious beliefs. I’m talking about areas where same-sex marriage is legal. I’ve always wondered if these “officials” ever refused a marriage license due to divorce, different religious beliefs or because the applicants were atheists? Since a marriage license is a legal state/government document the “official” is an officer of the state/government. Of course, all state and government officials are legally bound by the United States Constitution. According to article six of the United States Constitution: Article VI All debts contracted and engagements entered into, before the adoption of this Constitution, shall be as valid against the United States under this Constitution, as under the Confederation. This Constitution, and the laws of the United States which shall be made in pursuance thereof; and all treaties made, or which shall be made, under the authority of the United State...