After Marriage Ruling, South Dakota Activists Turn to Other Protections

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — After a weekend of celebration, gay rights advocates in South Dakota say they need to turn their attention to other issues affecting their community but opponents warn they'll resist any affront to their religious liberties.

The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on Friday granted same-sex couples the right to marry, but in some states, including South Dakota, people can still be fired or denied housing for being gay.

State Sen. Angie Buhl O'Donnell says she thinks it's important for the Legislature to revisit the issue. She says it could be challenging but says South Dakota has a history of making surprising decisions.

Dale Bartscher is the executive director of the conservative Family Heritage Alliance. Bartscher says his group wants to make sure religious liberties are not affected by any new legislation.

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