The case for same-sex marriage

Name: The case for same-sex marriage
Uploaded: 2010-08-17T16:23:00Z
Duration: 7 min 33 s
Description: Hours before New York lawmakers rejected a key marriage equality bill (38-24), State Senator Diane J. Savino made the passionate case for a government that recognizes and administers same-sex marriages. Here's her fresh, thought-provoking perspective on one of the most contentious issues in US culture, religion and government.

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Diane J. Savino |

New York State Senate

• December 2009

Hours before New York lawmakers rejected a key marriage equality bill (38-24), State Senator Diane J. Savino made the passionate case for a government that recognizes and administers same-sex marriages. Here's her fresh, thought-provoking perspective on one of the most contentious issues in US culture, religion and government.

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Diane Savino

Senator

Diane Savino represents the 23rd Senate District in the New York State Senate.

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