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Politico: NY Results a Reminder of Pro-Marriage GOP Support Even in Blue States

September 17, 2012 – 10:30 am

Politico’s Maggie Haberman on the results of the NY primaries: “…The two Senators, Roy McDonald and Stephen Saland, both representing more conservative areas north of New York City, were within a few hundred votes of their primary challengers. McDonald had been watched closely, but Saland’s close race came as a surprise.”… the other two races are […]

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President of Australian National Civic Council to National Marriage Day Rally: "We Are in the Majority!"

September 17, 2012 – 10:00 am

This is the address given by the president of the National Civic Council, Peter Westmore, to the Australian National Marriage Day Rally outside federal parliament last month: “…We often hear media commentators say that the push for same-sex marriage is inevitable. If we listen only to the chattering classes, we could believe this to be […]

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WSJ: "Gay Marriage Backers in Peril in New York"

September 17, 2012 – 9:30 am

The Wall Street Journal: “Two New York state senators who were instrumental in legalizing same-sex marriage in the state were in electoral limbo Friday after Republicans turned out in force for their opponents in a close primary that could hinge on the counting of paper ballots. … National groups opposing gay marriage had targeted the […]

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New Liberal French Government Plans Gay Marriage Push in October With No Exceptions for Conscientious Objectors

September 17, 2012 – 9:00 am

Catholic Culture World News: Same-sex couples unions will be given full legal recognition, and civic officials will be obliged to preside at same-sex weddings, under a proposal to be introduced by the French government. The law will also clear the way for adoption by same-sex couples. However the government does not plan any new initiatives […]

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Minnesota Same-Sex Marriage Lawsuit Advances

September 17, 2012 – 8:00 am

Why we need the Marriage Protection Amendment: Lawyers for the state of Minnesota and Hennepin County are quarreling in court over which should defend the state’s ban on gay marriage. At issue at a Hennepin County District Court hearing Friday was a lawsuit by three gay couples seeking to overturn the ban. The defendant is […]

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The New York Times on "Why Fathers Really Matter"

September 16, 2012 – 12:00 pm

Because biology matters: MOTHERHOOD begins as a tempestuously physical experience but quickly becomes a political one. Once a woman’s pregnancy goes public, the storm moves outside. Don’t pile on the pounds! Your child will be obese. Don’t eat too little, or your baby will be born too small. For heaven’s sake, don’t drink alcohol. Oh, […]

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Rick Warren: "Don't Apologize for Voting for the Sanctity of Marriage"

September 16, 2012 – 10:00 am

The Christian Post: Just two months ahead of the November presidential election, Pastor Rick Warren said Sunday that Christians should gain courage and not apologize for voting in accordance with their worldview. “You don’t need to apologize for voting for a Christian worldview which stands up for the sanctity of life, the sanctity of sex […]

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Petition Supporting Traditional Marriage in UK Tops 600,000 Signatures

September 15, 2012 – 12:00 pm

Pro-Marriage People Power! A petition that opposes the British government’s plans to redefine marriage began to acquire names since February, and already has more the 600,000 signatures. The petition was first started by the Coalition for Marriage (C4M) and was created back in February. Since that time it has expanded to become largest active campaign […]

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Human Rights Lawyer: UK Teachers Could Be Fired If They Don't Agree With SSM

September 15, 2012 – 10:00 am

The UK Christian Concern: If gay marriage is legalised teachers and others could be forced out of their jobs if they fail to endorse such unions, a top lawyer says. Parents would have no right to insist that their children are withdrawn from school lessons across the curriculum that approve of same-sex marriage. Chaplains who […]

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Maryland Young Adults: Don't Redefine Marriage!

September 14, 2012 – 2:00 pm

This from the Maryland Catholic Conference: “Young adults in Maryland say loud and clear: “Don’t redefine marriage in Maryland.” Vote “Against” Question 6 on November 6, 2012.”

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Video: FRC's Tony Perkins Explains How Marriage Will Help Romney in Swing States This November

September 14, 2012 – 1:00 pm

At a luncheon hosted at the National Press Club, Tony Perkins, President of the Family Research Council explains why marriage will help Mitt Romney in swing states this November:

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Buffalo Senate Race: It Isn't Over

September 14, 2012 – 12:30 pm

Mark Grisanti, one of the four GOP betrayers won the GOP nomination in Buffalo. But Chuck Swanick still has the Conservative Party line in November — and he pulled in 30% in the Democratic primary. 40% of Republicans voted against Grisanti and as this political consultant notes: “Primaries in the Democratic Party are different than […]

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Video: Local News Reports Minnesota Protection Amendment Headed for Victory in November

September 14, 2012 – 12:00 pm

Local KTSP reports on the findings of their new poll showing the Minnesota Marriage Protection Amendment in the lead. As we reported earlier, the survey found the Marriage Protection Amendment leading 50%-43% with 8% undecided:

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AP: Saland's GOP Primary Challenge Hinged on His SSM Vote

September 14, 2012 – 11:30 am

The Associated Press on the other too-close-to-call race: New York state Sen. Stephen Saland (suh-LAND’) was in a tight fight in his first Republican primary in 20 years that hinged on his decision to support same-sex marriage. According to unofficial results Thursday night, Saland was in a race too close to call against Neil DiCarlo, […]

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Cardinal Dolan Offers Prayer for Marriage at DNC; Activists Tweet F-Bombs in Response

September 14, 2012 – 11:00 am

Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York City gave the closing benediction at the Democratic National Committee’s convention and offered this line which is a veiled way of praying for the upkeep of the institution of marriage: “We praise and thank you for granting us the life and the liberty by which we can pursue happiness.  […]

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