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David Weprin: Marriage Equality Is A ‘Civil Rights Issue, Not A Religious Issue’ | New York state Assemblyman David Weprin (D) voted for marriage equality earlier this summer, and now he’s vying for the congressional seat Anthony Weiner recently vacated. Asked about his vote, he said simply, “it’s a civil rights issue, not a religious issue,” adding that “as a legislator,” he votes on behalf of “all the people.” Watch it:

(HT: Good As You.)

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