Big news: Majority of Americans oppose DOMA

Protestors with Repeal DOMA now postersBY CHRIS JOHNSON
Washington Blade

Fifty-nine percent of Americans say they oppose Section 3 of the anti-gay Defense of Marriage Act after being told it prohibits the federal government from offering benefits to legally married same-sex couples. The poll, commissioned by the Center for American Progress and Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders, asked registered voters this and other inquiries regarding their beliefs on DOMA.

Three-quarters of respondents to this poll, or 75 percent, believe same-sex marriage is a constitutional right, which is up from 71 percent in 2011. Additionally, 77 percent said they believe same-sex marriage will be legal nationally “in the next couple of years” regardless of their personal views on the issue.

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