In the future, when advocacy groups consider ways to win elections, rest assured they’ll be studying Maine.
In a year where gay marriage made unprecedented gains in the ballot box, Maine still managed to make history: On Election Day, it became the first state to pass same-sex marriage through a citizens’ initiative petition, as opposed to a vote to uphold a law or reject a “defense of marriage” referendum.
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A calm, rational, discussion - a thoughtful exchange of views and beliefs without shouting down or demonizing a different perspective. Reaching out to others, making an effort to listen and understand in a respectful manner. How rare and how refreshing! How civil! Maine, the way life should be!
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