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France Approves Same-Sex Marriage

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The passage of the “marriage for all” law came after months of sometimes angry debate and a series of major protests.

 

Maine and Maryland Voters Approve Same-Sex Marriage

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Jubilant gay rights advocates called the results a historic turning point, a sign that public opinion is shifting in their direction.

 

Key part of federal gay marriage law ruled unconstitutional

Advocates of same-sex marriage won a major legal victory — and greatly increased the odds of a U.S. Supreme Court showdown on the subject — as an appeals court ruled that the government could not deny tax, Social Security and other federal benefits to gay couples who were legally married in their home states.

 

After President Obama’s announcement, opposition to same-sex marriage hits record low

Public opinion continues to shift in favor of same-sex marriage, according to a new Washington Post-ABC News poll, which also finds initial signs that President Obama’s support for the idea may have changed a few minds.

 

Romney stands by his opposition to gay marriage

Mitt Romney on Wednesday reaffirmed his view that marriage should be restricted to one man and one woman, highlighting a sharp contrast with President Barack Obama.

 

Gay marriage foes: N.C. no longer 'vulnerable'

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North Carolina voters approved a constitutional amendment Tuesday night banning gay marriage and scrapping civil unions.

 

NC votes on constitutional ban on gay marriage

The national debate over gay marriage turns its attention South on Tuesday, as North Carolina could be on the verge of becoming the next state to pass a constitutional amendment defining marriage as solely between a man and a woman.

 

As governor, Romney faced challenge on gay marriage

When Massachusetts' highest court ruled in favor of same-sex marriage, the Republican's response alienated constituencies on both sides. Critics say he took it as an opportunity to pivot right, hoping to raise his national profile with conservatives.

 

Pope denounces 'powerful' gay marriage lobby in U.S.

Pope Benedict XVI waded deep into U.S. campaign politics Friday, denouncing what he called the "powerful" gay marriage lobby in America.

 

NJ Gov. Christie Vetoes Gay Marriage Bill as Vowed

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Gov. Chris Christie has followed through on his promise to reject a bill allowing same-sex marriage in New Jersey by quickly vetoing the measure Friday and renewing his call for a ballot question to decide the issue.

 

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