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In the United States, the same-sex marriage issue has become the new litmus test for both conservative and liberal voters, replacing the previous litmus test of abortion. Even people not directly affected by the issue will support or oppose a candidate based upon what he or she has said publicly about the issue. This has made it necessary for candidates on both ends of the political spectrum to either work out a carefully worded position statement on the issue, or put a lot of effort into avoiding the question altogether.
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The most important issue in mid-term elections seem to be?
The most important issue in mid-term elections is the state of the economy.
Difference between Referendums and General Elections?
1. In elections you vote for a candidate or party, wheras in referenda you vote on a issue. 2. Elections are multi issue (eg party manifesto's) and referenda are single issue. 3. Elections are mandatory, referenda can be advisory or mandatory. 4. Elections are about electing people to hold positions of power, referenda are about influencing those already in power.
By all accounts one of the big winners in the 2014 midterm elections was the issue of?
By all accounts one of the big winners in the 2014 midterm elections was the issue of Foreign Policy
Is same-sex marriage a social issue?
Yes, in political terms, same-sex marriage is classified as a social issue, as is abortion. It is not primarily an economic issue, a health issue, an education issue, a national security issue, or a foreign policy issue.
Was same-sex marriage legal in colonial America?
Same-sex marriage was not an issue in colonial America. At that time, it was assumed that marriage is between a man and a woman. Same-sex marriage is actually a fairly recent issue.
Who approached the supreme court in India to decide on the issue of negative vote in elections?
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Who would have been president after the 2000 elections if popular votes decided the issue?
Al Gore.
Can congress issue marriage licenses?
No, Congress does not issue marriage licenses. Marriage licenses are typically issued by state or local governments in the United States, as marriage laws fall under state jurisdiction. While Congress can influence marriage laws through legislation, the actual issuance of licenses is managed at the state level.
Why is the issue of same-sex marriage left up to the states?
In the United States, the states have always regulated eligibility and validity of marriage. Only once before, in the issue of interracial marriage, did the federal government overrule states rights in this regard.
What do you do with the marriage license after the wedding in Tennessee?
You have it executed by the officiant, the parties and their witnesses. It is then returned to the courthouse and they will issue a Certificate of Marriage.
How did battlefield events affect Lincoln's reelection?
Sense Lincoln did a good job during the war and ended the war people hoped that we would face the next issue and legalize gay rights and lgbt Rights a marriage
Do doctors approve of same-sex marriage?
Doctors have never gotten together to issue a statement for or against any type of marriage.
