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Rep. Ellison Applauds Passage Of Marriage Equality In Minnesota

Statement

Date: May 14, 2013
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Issues: Marriage Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Rep. Keith Ellison (D-MN) today released the following statement after Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton signed a bill into law legalizing same-sex marriage, making Minnesota the twelfth state in the Union to stand up for marriage equality:

"Today, I'm prouder than ever to call Minnesota home. Last fall, the people of Minnesota stood against discrimination for loving, same-sex couples. Our representatives in the state responded.

"Today is a great day for those who know love makes a marriage. Once again, equality has found a home in Minnesota."


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