Gay Marriage Rights Hits a Snag in NY, NJ
In a surprise blow to the gay marriage rights movement, it appears as if liberal leaning New York and New Jersey may not vote on legalizing homosexual unions in the near future. This comes just as Freedom to Marry and other gay right organizations have gained momentum in key states throughout the Northeast.
Advocates for same-sex legislation that gives gays the same rights as heterosexual couples have counted on obtaining votes in New York and New Jersey, but it now seems as if the votes may never come. Freedom to Marry Executive Director Evan Wolfson isn’t apprehensive about the development, citing the fact that all civil rights movements ebb and flow.
On the other hand, National Organization for Marriage President Maggie Gallagher says conservatives are gaining momentum, citing Maine’s ban on same-sex marriages, which was a sharp reversal after initial votes to allow it.
It remains to seen if New York and New Jersey will vote on the legislation any time soon.
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