It's hard to believe, but less than 40 years ago interracial relationships were illegal in many states in our country. Marriage, sex, and living together were all criminal acts. On June 12th, 1967 interracial couples became legal thanks to the Supreme Court decision, Loving v. Virginia. Only a few years later, my parents, an interracial couple, met and then married in 1974. When I ask my parents about the radical nature of their relationship at the time, they deny that it was radical at all. They saw likeness, not difference, in one another.
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Glad to see you celebrating Loving Day. We have been trying to generate interest in doing something big on the 40th anniversary. We do small community events in Eugene and Portland Oregon. Let us know how it goes and if you are interested in collaborating on larger event in 2007. Take care, Sarah
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