but that was the point of the constitution, that it was not a static document representing a time that they knew would not remain constant. Yes, there is a problem with the way laws are interpreted in this nation. Since when did Federal Government regulate marriage? Last I remember at the end of a ceremony, whether religious in nature, or lawful in nature, it is closed by "with the power invested in me by the state of ______ I know pronounce you..."

edit: correct me if i'm wrong though, i won't be offended