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To: Jorj X Mckie who wrote (12804)	2/26/2004 3:25:09 PM
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I'm not using any yardsticks; just framing the issues. My point is that the discussion is political at this moment. Unless and until the courts find that it is unconstitutional to deny marriage licenses, this issue will be debated. In California, they would have to challenge the statute defining marriage. If such statutes are found to be unconstitutional, there would have to be general assent to constitutional amendments. Do I think any such efforts would be successful? Probably doubtful. It is cumbersome to amend any constitution, and it should be that way. At bottom, polls and general consensus will determine whether that occurs. Currently, general sentiment appears to be opposed to gay marriage, and therefore in favor of an amendment. I'm not really expressing an opinion about what the outcome should be, just addressing the process and how sentiment comes into play.

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