The Larger War for Equality Continues

Considering the “Yes” side of Prop 8 received 1.5 million more votes than Sen. McCain, it’s clear many Obama supporters voted in favor of discrimination. Some social conservatives say the GOP can attract these voters by focusing on gay marriage. But California’s 61-percent support of Obama proves otherwise. Just because a Democrat or Independent opposes marriage equality doesn’t mean he or she will support a Republican candidate who shares their view on that issue. 

While we lost an important battle in California, the larger war for equality continues. Make no mistake, momentum is on our side.  Eight years ago, a similar measure in California passed by a margin of 22 percent. This year, it was only four points. We are winning the future: 61 percent of those under age 30 voted “No.” Even among Republicans, support for relationship recognition is increasing. A CBS News poll of 2008 RNC delegates showed 49 percent support for either marriage equality or civil unions.