We are extremely close to being the 6th state to legalize same sex marriage, and yet, in this day and age, we still give heed to the voices of the Catholic church, which does not condone same sex marriage. What seems to escape every State Senator and Assemblyperson is the fact that we have a Constitution that separates Church and State. It would be good practice to REMIND our elected officials to uphold the constitution--it would stop many many many many self-interested lobbyists' agendas from gaining traction amongst our elected officials. Indeed, our officials should remember that they serve us, not their own egos, and listen to the public. For the governor to push for same-sex marriage, and in return to kowtow to the conservative voices that want "restrictions for certain religious groups" is ridiculous--would you not be able to get married if you were gay and Catholic? How does that uphold a persons rights under law?
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/06/19/new-york-gay-marriage-bill-in_n_880144.html
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