Maryland joined Maine Tuesday as the first states to approve same-sex marriage by popular vote, capping a year-long struggle for supporters.
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Mainers vote to legalize same-sex marriage
“We’ll be able to stand before friends and family and make that lifetime commitment we’ve dreamed about,” said Matt McTighe, campaign manager of Mainers United for Marriage.
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Gorham incident used against Maine same-sex marriage effort
But supporters say an inappropriate discussion at Gorham Middle School has nothing to do with marriage.
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5 things to know about the Maine election
NUMBER ONE: Polling places open between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Election Day, depending on the town. All voting places close at 8 p.m.
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Changed minds on gay marriage viewed as key
Advocates of equal rights for same-sex couples believe they have gained votes since 2009.
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Poll: Romney slicing into Obama’s lead in Maine
Romney gains among men in the latest Maine survey, but Obama still holds a 7-percentage-point edge; also, same-sex marriage heads for a showdown.
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Most Maine top elected officials steer clear of gay-marriage issue
Our U.S. senators say it is a state question, while Gov. LePage offers no comment.
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Political Notebook: Phones are ringing this weekend
An anti-gay marriage group plans to spend $500,000 in an effort to reach 10 million people in Maine and five other states.
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Pro-gay-marriage rally emphasizes voter turnout
But Protect Marriage Maine is also working to make sure its supporters make their voices heard.
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Gay marriage backers holding Portland rally today
Mainers United for Marriage is expecting up to 500 people at Thursday evening’s get-out-the vote rally in Monument Square.