Nov 4th, 2009 - MSNBC
SAN FRANCISCO - Stunned and angry, national gay rights leaders Wednesday blamed scare-mongering ads — and President Barack Obama's lack of engagement — for a bitter election setback in Maine that could alter the dynamics for both sides in the gay-marriage debate.
Conservatives, in contrast, celebrated Maine voters' rejection of a law that would have allowed gay couples to wed, depicting it as a warning shot that should deter politicians in other states from pushing for same-sex marriage.
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1:03Together (First TV Spot)
In Maine, no one tells anyone else how to live. We all share Maine values: fairness, respect for each other, strong and healthy families. Everyone should be able to marry the person they love. Here in Maine, together, we can protect equality ...
0:31First Maine Yes On 1 Ad
First Yes on 1 ad from the Maine campaign to ban same sex marriage.
0:39No on 1 TV ad: Mom
No on 1 TV ad
1:01Don Mendell - Radio Ad, Stand for Marriage Maine
Opponents are seeking to discredit an honored Maine teacher for speaking out in support of Question One. Join Don Mendell and others who have decided to take a stand for marriage in Maine!
