Gay marriage grows as pivotal election issue in several states
The debate over gay marriage shapes races across 11 states including Arkansas Ohio Michigan and Oregon with presidential and Senate battles gearing up. Bush backs a constitutional ban while Kerry rejects a ban but backs civil unions, and ads warn of consequences if voters stay away.
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Legislative balance and key issues shape upcoming elections
Close races unfold in states where both parties vie for power as incumbents hold most seats. In Indiana Pennsylvania and Montana battles hinge on jobs health care outsourcing and local matters while ballot questions on same sex marriage and stem cell funding loom nationwide. Street level campaigning and voter turnout efforts intensify across the country.
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