Should there be another California referendum on same-sex marriage in 2010?
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Gene Coleman
composer
Collingswood, N.J.
“Yes. My gut feeling is to jump into it to show a consistent level of resistance against the homophobes. If we wait a few years, we run the risk of losing momentum. California can set an example for other states, too.”
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Christopher Kempisty
salon owner
South Philadelphia
“No. I haven’t seen enough changes since last November to bring about a different result. To have two defeats in California would make things even worse. I’d feel better with more preparation. Do it in 2012.”
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Erik Miller
systems specialist
South Philadelphia
“Yes, I think they need to stay on it. If the LGBT community shows any lapse or weakness, the conservative right wing will gain in strength. No victory can be guaranteed, but you have to make the effort.”
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Ryan Simmons
filmmaker
Northeast Philadelphia
“No, that’s too soon. Organization is the key to success. It’s better to wait until 2012. By then, the 15-year-olds will be of voting age. Having more young people voting would bode well for success.”
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