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Same-Sex Marriage In Maryland 2012: Gay Marriage Supporters Hope Nov. 6 Referendum Breaks Losing Streak

posted on October 16, 2012

At the Huffington Post, David Crary notes that referendums in four states could legalize same-sex marriage this fall. If any of these referendums pass, it will be a first in gay rights history. In Maryland, prominent Catholics from both sides of the issue are hoping to influence the vote. “Archbishop William Lori and the Maryland Catholic Conference are actively campaigning against same-sex marriage. Catholic VIPs supporting it include Gov. Martin O’Malley and former Lt. Gov. Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, daughter of the late Robert F. Kennedy,” writes Crary. 

Read at Huffington Post