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Cheney's Mixed Legacy: Support for Same-Sex Marriage Revealed

11/18/2025

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Richard B. Cheney, former U.S. Vice President, diverged from President George W. Bush on same-sex marriage during his vice presidency.
In 2000, Cheney advocated for personal freedom in relationships, stating that regulating marriage was not the government's role.
He reiterated his support in 2004, citing his daughter Mary Cheney as a lesbian.
Activists acknowledge his support but criticize his failure to take a stronger public stance, complicating his LGBTQ+ legacy.

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Richard B. Cheney, former U.S. Vice President, diverged from President George W. Bush on same-sex marriage during his vice presidency.
In 2000, Cheney advocated for personal freedom in relationships, stating that regulating marriage was not the government's role.
He reiterated his support in 2004, citing his daughter Mary Cheney as a lesbian.
Activists acknowledge his support but criticize his failure to take a stronger public stance, complicating his LGBTQ+ legacy.