
"...the separate categorization established by the Civil Union Act invites and encourages unequal treatment of same-sex couples and their children."Gov. Jon S. Corzine has previously stated that he would sign a bill allowing gay couples to marry. Over in Iowa, this week marks the opening day for the state's marriage case, Varnum v. Brien. Last August, Iowa's Supreme Court ruled that it was unconstitutional to bar same-sex couples from marrying. However, only one couple was able to marry before the judge put a stay on the decision less than 24 hours later, so the case is being heard again. Lambda Legal is representing the plaintiffs in the case. A decision isn't expected for at least a few months. Currently gay couples can legally marry in Massachusetts and Connecticut, and these marriages are also recognized by the state of New York. A recent poll conducted by Harris Interactive reported that two-thirds of Americans believe in legal relationship recognition for gay and lesbian couples.
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