I usually think it's unprofessional for journalists to use exclamation marks, but this is a wonderful development!
The State Assembly approved legislation on Tuesday night that would make New York the sixth state to allow same-sex marriage - a pivotal vote that shifts the debate to the State Senate, where gay rights advocates and conservative groups alike are redoubling their efforts.
In a sign of how opinion in Albany has shifted on the issue, several members of the Assembly who voted against the measure in 2007 voted in favor of it on Tuesday.
The final vote was 89 to 52, including the backing of five Republicans.
Now it's on to the Senate, where the bigoted opposition is stronger. But let's savor this victory for the moment and give major kudos to Sheldon Silver and the Assembly leadership for bringing this to a successful vote.
And don't forget to call your Senator to express your support for the Senate version! |
