Bishop says: The Church’s position is based on what we believe is best for our State and our nation. Nutting says: As an elder in our church, we are taught that god loves those who love others.

“I have tried to listen as carefully and thoughtfully as possible.”

“We are taking a marker that has defined marriage..for all of civiliation….we will have no argument left, for the next group that wants to move that marker even further.” Senator Plowman “Why is there an affirmation of religious freedom in this bill? Why? Because you recognize that there is an objection to same sex marriage. [...]

Speaking of his family and hopes for  his daughter – that she will grow up and be happy, healthy and find love ..whomever that might be. He says, “This is an opportunity to do something that means the world to thousands of people…and harms no one.” Love the analogy to Romeo and Juliet. Folks are [...]

Marriage is being debated in the Senate right now. listen live http://www.maine.gov/legis/audio/SenateV.html

You can watch the debate live as it happens. And as always, Laura will be sending the updates from the Chamber as they happen – stay tuned!