http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,198176,00.html
I am leaning towards this whole thing being a political move to get some things out of the spotlight. This guy probably says it best for my opinion. I know that the administration has had its eyes on this issue for a while and I guess they figure they need to do something about it before the power can have the chance to tilt left.
[quote:7c994]"I honestly cannot say whether the GOP's efforts to ban gay marriage is an act of protection or distraction, but I can tell you I am more concerned about finding a practical solution to the immigration issue, the war in Iraq, the nuclear issue with Iran, and the continued corruption scandals that too many people are content with sweeping under the rug." — Mario[/quote:7c994]