New Hampshire Senate Passes Marriage Equality

http://www.bluehampshire.com/s…

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“I recognize that the issue of same-sex marriage is intensely passionate and personal, and raises strong emotions on all sides.

“I still believe the fundamental issue is about providing the same rights and protections to same-sex couples as are available to heterosexual couples. This was accomplished through the passage of the civil unions law two years ago. To achieve further real progress, the federal government would need to take action to recognize New Hampshire civil unions.”

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…he should be able to sign.  He seems popular enough to be able to expend political capital on a potentially unpopular position.

I think Governor Lynch is certainly in a position to be able sign the bill without having to worry about long-term political repercussions, but even if he isn’t willing to do so, I’d hope he’d let the bill become law without his signature.    

otherwise, david souter wouldn’t be returning home. ;D