A couple of days ago, the Vemont legislature overturned a veto of a same-sex marriage bill by their governor. That is, the legislature affirmatively passed a pro gay marriage law, saw it vetoed, and then raised a 2/3 majority to override the veto. This is a big deal, because it is the first time this has been done by vote of an elected group, rather than by the (common sense of the) courts.
Meanwhile, Washington DC's city council voted to recognize same-sex marriages that originate from the states. That's the closest they can do. (Hypothetically, congress can overturn this law. We'll see.)
This is all fantastic, but it starts to put some of our weak-kneed Democratic politicians in an awkward spot. Two among them are the governor of Iowa (Chet Culver) and our president (yeah, that one, Barack Obama). These guys have historically wimped out on the issue (much like some do with the death penalty) saying something like, "I personally think marriage is between a man and a woman, but I'm for civil unions" or something to that effect.
Personally, I think most of these guys have been disingenuous. I think they think there should be gay marriage, but can't be "out" in that position. Now, they are in an awkward position: I don't think any of them wants to be against same sex marriage, but they're being called out by the very people they tried to reassure with their public "opposition" to it.
Time to get on board. Full out. "I was wrong." Get right with the world and with common sense, people. Read the Iowa decision to get some clarity and join us out of the closet on this one.
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