CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — The bill making New Hampshire the sixth state to allow gays to marry followed a torturous path this spring — dying and rising to life twice and facing a veto threat — that ended in a room filled with cheering, clapping supporters Wednesday who witnessed the governor’s historic signing.In its final version, the legislation passed in the House by its biggest margin yet — 22 votes. Gov. John Lynch, who personally opposes the unions, said the legislation struck the right balance.”Today is a day to celebrate in New Hampshire. Today should not be considered a victory for some and a loss for others,” Lynch said before signing the law. “Today is a victory for all the people of New Hampshire, who I believe, in our own independent way, want tolerance for all.”—-Contact The Daily Reveille’s news staff at [email protected]
Gay marriage legalized in New Hampshire
By The Associated Press
June 3, 2009