Gay marriage advocates say much has changed since 2009 when Mainers overturned a law legalizing same-sex marriage. Opponents agree. But the two sides disagree on what those changes are and what they mean for this year’s gay marriage initiative, which is expected to be a statewide referendum in November’s election.
Gay marriage activists say many people who opposed gay marriage in 2009 have shifted their stance. They base that view on poll numbers, one-on-one discussions with 40,000 residents and strong response they had in collecting more than 100,000 signatures to get the matter on the ballot. “Mainers have changed their minds on this issue,” said Betsy Smith, executive director of Equality Maine, which is spearheading the campaign. “They want the chance to right a wrong.”
Opponents agree things have changed — but not in the way gay marriage supporters are suggesting.
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