In 2015, the Supreme Court's landmark ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges secured the right to marry for same-sex couples, marking a significant milestone in LGBTQ+ rights. Similarly, the pivotal decision in Lawrence v. Texas decriminalized gay sex, further advancing equality and justice. This week, the Arizona Supreme Court approved the enforcement of an old law banning nearly all abortions, with no exceptions for rape or incest and only allowing procedures when the mother's life is at risk. Dating back to 1864, the law threatens prosecution for doctors performing abortions, overturning a previous exemption for abortions up to 15 weeks. While the law was blocked by Roe v. Wade's nationwide decision in 1973, its enforcement was reinstated following the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022, leaving Arizona subject to strict abortion restrictions. In almost every state, so-called 'zombie laws' persist. Though never repealed, these outdated statutes were either invalidated or overshadowed by newer laws or court rulings. Just as Roe v. Wade struck down abortion bans, Obergefell v. Hodges secured nationwide same-sex marriage equality. However, future reversals of such landmark LGBTQ+ rights decisions could resurrect these Zombie Laws, potentially worsening conditions for LGBTQ+ individuals in certain states. And this is exactly what the LGBTQ+ fears would happen if the hatred towards the community continues. #Queer Up The USA View