The Maine Senate on Thursday gave initial approval to legislation that would permit same-sex couples to marry.The Senate voted 21-14 to approve the measure, following an emotional debate.
At attempt by conservatives to put the issue before voters was soundly defeated. The measure now moves to the House.
Gov. John Baldacci has said he has not made up his mind on gay marriage, though gay marriage advocates have delivered more than 10,000 postcards asking him to support the legislation.
EqualityMaine and the Center for the Prevention of Hate Violence called on the governor to endorse the bill and sign if if passes the legislature.
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