What's important to note here is that a lot of these amendments that have passed around the country the last few years, that they were sold to the public as strictly defining marriage. But many of the amendments don't do just that -- there are far-reaching affects.

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This issue of the amendment ranks dead last on a list of priorities for voters.

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There have been studies showing that gay couples, because of their role in society and because they are often seen as second-class citizens, are more open to adopting children with special needs. Also, gay couples are not seen as the ideal family, so it's easier for them to foster kids with special needs, then later adopt them.

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Washington state's Supreme Court right now, any day, is going to deliver their ruling on marriage, so it's something that we've been waiting for a while now to happen.

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Anyone could do that, a brother and sister could give each other reciprocal benefits. How can that be the same as a loving couple who've made a lifetime commitment to each other?

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Any attempts to turn back the clock such as this one are out of step with the values of the majority of Americans.

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