CNN Poll: 44% for gay marriage, 60% for civil unions
“It’s not surprising that three Northeastern states are the first to take this step. A majority of people who live in the Northeast say they approve of same-sex marriage. Solid majorities in the South, Midwest and West all oppose gay marriage.”
CNN Polling Director Keating Holland referring to several states in New England that have or are likely to legalize same-sex marriage. The CNN Poll is in line with other polls that were released last week showing strong increases in support for gay marriages, though still below 50%. The results differ based on the question asked, but here’s how they stack up:
- 44% pro, 54% con — CNN
- 49% pro, 46% con — ABC / Washington Post
- 42% pro, n/a con — CBS / NY Times
- 38% pro, 55% con — Quinnipiac University
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