Massachusetts Democrats Vote to Support Gay Marriage

Things are looking up in Massachusetts! I am still somewhat worried about Governor Mitt Romney's endorsement of an amendment to the state constitution against gay marriage. Perhaps he will soften his stance a bit. Polls have shown that the people of Massachusetts are equally devided on the issue of gay marriage.

LOWELL, Mass. - Leaders of the Massachusetts Democratic Party have voted to back a resolution supporting same-sex civil marriage, just two weeks before lawmakers are scheduled to decide on a constitutional amendment to ban it.

The nonbinding voice vote Thursday by a majority of approximately 200 members ignored deep divisions within the party on the issue.

But state party chairman Philip Johnston said it sends the message that "we support protecting the rights of these individuals, and I think most of the rest of the state will support us." (story)