another step forward

N.H. governor signs civil unions law

CONCORD, N.H. - Gay couples in New Hampshire can start applying for many of the rights and responsibilities of marriage as early as January under a law Gov. John Lynch signed Thursday establishing civil unions.

"We in New Hampshire have had a long and proud tradition taking the lead in opposing discrimination," Lynch said. "Today that tradition continues."

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I do find it funny that people still strongly resist the word "marriage" when speaking of gays, though. I just can't understand what the big deal is. But, bigotry is very important to some people.
At least some small steps are being taken to bring equal rights to all Americans.