45.29%	Yes
53.75%	No

Comment: It's about time. We keep talking about equal rights for everyone, now we're finally starting to get there. from Portland by Brian

Comment: Not a smart move,conseqences to follow from Of MAINE by The voice

Comment: and He will never get anohter vote fromme He is a ver ydissaponting Gov . to have ruined what is called our Vacation land State of Maine ... from Lisbon by Lou

Comment: I think that every one should be able to live how they want as long as they are happy. Who to say you can only be happy witht he oppisite sex. Too each his/her own!! from Saco by Wendy

Comment: I am so disgusted that the legislature and the Governor ignore the voters wishes. The voters are the ones who got them into office and this is the way they thank them. We have voted against this bill 3 times, and the thought that our vote doesn't matter makes me sick. The bill itself makes me even sicker. Marriage is between a man and a woman, there was nothing to vote about. It is natural, it is biblical and it is right. What a perverse state we have become. We can expect the wrath of God on our state. from Standish by T

Comment: He just shot himself in both of his policitcal feet on this one! from In W, ME by M

Comment: NO I think they should have same right but it should be called something else by steve

Comment: That's disgusting.Shows how the world and family values have gone to the gutter. from Cape Elizabeth by Jim

Comment: See you in November! from Topsham by Chris

Comment: Great! One more Baldacci Blunder! from gray by b

Comment: People are people and should be allowed to live their lives as they see fit. from Bowdoin by Sherrie and Bill

Comment: How could the Governor of the State of Maine stoop so low as to do this is beyond my understanding. Where are his morals. We vote for Politicians and they do what they want to do, not what the people want. We should have the right to vote on this! The Gays always seem to get what they want. We give them an inch and they want a foot, they get a foot they want a yard and the list goes on and on. Same Sex Marriage is disgusting and I pity the children growing up in this very sick society! from Augusta, ME by Joan

Comment: I do not believe in god, Marriage is and was taught to us as a biblical contract between man and a woman. It says right in the Bible god hates gay people and should not be tolerated. I feel the gay community should have there own type of marriage called a union or something around that and yes the gay community as a whole and as an equal deserves the respect and equality of life just like anybody else, But as for our so called Governor the big catholic that he is, He seems to forget what god said about gay people or maybe he forgot to read that part of the Bible or of course in today's society why not everyone feels they they can change the words of God. My advice to the gay community do not trust the system they have proved many times to fail you this is not a victory but your right as a human being and a citizen, But anyway carry on and congradulations. DAVID J, BIRCH from westbrook/maine by david

Comment: Why so much emotion and hype ? Whatever happen to separation of church and state. from Old Orchard by Marc

Comment: We've already voted on the matter. He's just overturned the will of the people. He's more afraid of appearing non-PC than he is of upholding the voting process. from Biddeford by Doug

Comment: because this gives them more rights and it is down right discusting,this whole same sex marriage thing .what is this world coming to? what has happened to having morals? from augusta,me. by sandy

Comment: This should be a right for two consenting adults from portland by sharon

Comment: I will never vote in maine again! we have voted this down more than once and then he goes and makes it a law anyway. Thats wrong. he should be impeached. not that im against gay marriage as i have several gay family members but it was the people of the state of maine who voted it down before. It should have been put to voters again. The Governor is supposed to uphold the will of the people not ignore them and do what he wants. If we hadnt voted him in to office he wouldnt be there. And now he has made a mockery of the way state govenment is run. This will be the single biggest mistake in his political career. I hope it comes back to haunt him. from brunswick maine by scott

Comment: I think it is wrong and it figures that a bunch of left-wing Democrats are all for this law. The public should be able to vote and ultimately decide if this gets put into actaul law! from Falmouth, Maine by Nancy

Comment: He should have let the people of Maine decide from Auburn Me by Ron

Comment: I now feel proud to live here in Maine!! He did what was the right thing! from ME by Judy

Comment: I AM DISGUSTED !!!!! Maine is no longer the state that has the right to say....Maine the way life should be. HA HA from South Portland, ME by Ann

Comment: It was the right thing to do. from Maine by Jo

Comment: I knew he would, because hes a liberal with no morals or ethics. I'm just so angry with Homos pushing there "gay" agenda on the fundamental principles that used to make this country great. Well you know what happens when you knock out the foundation of a house, it all comes tumbling down and people get hurt. I guess since I don't think homosexuality is right, I'm going to be marked as a "domestic terrorist", wrong, I'm a patriot and believe still in what made this nation great and love who made it.....GOD. from sadly i'm from Maine by Rick

Comment: This is slap in the face of the people of Maine who have repeatedly voted against same sex marriage. Once again the special interests get what they want regardless of the majority opinion. This law should be vetoed by the people, but haven't we done this before? As always our governor has failed to do right by the people of Maine. from Topsham by Jim

Comment: They should be able to be as happy as man and woman, or as miserable. from 04027 by aan

Comment: I knew he was going to pass the bill he's a liberal peice of garbage. And he needs to get kicked out of office now. from PORTLAND by S A C

Comment: No way because what is this world coming from. I think that God will not approve them in heaven because what the bible says!!! from Portland, ME by Jimmy

Comment: thank you for passing the same sex marriage bill. now i can marry my big black male lab dog whom is a male.i love him .plus a tax break from federal and state ty very much from sidney /me by dave

Comment: I'm very happy this passed. from Gardiner by Kayani

Comment: It would have suprised me more if he did not sign it. So goes Maine so goes the nation. God help us All!!! from South Paris, Me. by Dennis

Comment: This was inevitable. Only God has the right to judge people for what they do. My opinion? Marriage between a man and a woman is the only way God wants it. The world, obviously has it's own views. from So. Portland/Maine by L

Comment: I think it should not have passed;we have many other more important issues facing our state and the governor should concentrate on them! by Babs

Comment: Marriage is and will always be between a man and a woman. Regardless of what the Gov. signs as law, God's Word will always stand as the final authority. 1 man and 1 woman!Be sure your sin will find you out! from Buxton by Denise

Comment: put it on the november ballot from maine by ron

Comment: of course not... knew from the start he wasn't strong enough to stand up to what he truly believes... man and woman should be married.. from portland by ally

Comment: "maine the way life should be"<--- is no longer, this is not the way maine should be and i believe i have plenty of people to agree with that. from southern, ME by No Gay Marriage

Comment: Who was Adam and Eve when the earth was start Man & Woman. It disgust me to be a Maine now and this is with a Catholic Governor. from Boothbay Harbor, Maine by DM

Comment: It's about time that the state stop discriminationg. I'm in favor of it. To each his own. from Augusta by Richard

Comment: I am disgusted that the legislature and the govenor have passed this. The people already voted that we didn't want this passed! I guess the people will have to speak up and OVERTURN something we didn't want in the first place, AGAIN! Nature tells us that a man is supposed to be with a woman; things match up better that way! from Augusta Maine by Tara

Comment: This State sucks and so does our State Government! Baldacci hasn't done a thing as Governor except raise taxes and give more money to welfare recipients! Pingree is no better! I imagine she’ll go for Governor next! Two idiots without a clue! This should have been a State wide vote. If it got voted in then, what can I say... from Lebanon by Chad

Comment: Just when I thought Baldacci had ruined the state enough. Guess not!!! from augusta maine by Katy

Comment: No. Thanks to Mr. Baldacci and his left wing buddies for making marriage a complete joke. from Maine by Eric

Comment: no, way from Portland by Jen

Comment: no i don't agree with his decision but who would he can't even run the state from portland by Donna

Comment: absolutely not. It amazes me how out of control this country is getting. I look back in time and see how kids were so much better behaved and things like this issue were not an issue and probably not even a thought. we need to get this country back to believing in the bible and what that has to say. from lyman by dd

Comment: I think that law is bull****, the union of marriage should be between a man and a woman. from OOB by Dave

Comment: This takes the religious "laws" out of marriage. Seperation of church and State. The marriage of two people, wether or not it's a hetro couple or a gay one will not affect anyone bt them. Good on Baldi for finnaly doing a good thing. from Biddeford by Alan

Comment: Absolutely!! Go Maine!! from Maine by Miles

Comment: absolutely, and I am totally straight from oxford by dave

Comment: The governor showed how incomp he is by signing this. He should be thrown out of office. This is just not right , now I know we are facing the end. We will burn to the ground.I have nothing against gay people,they don't deserve special rights...... It's like saying a murder has the right to buy a gun....... from Portland,Me by Arnie

Comment: I think the governor is stupid for signing that bill, That is my opinion, Gay people do not deserve the right to have wedded bliss with one another, when it should be 1 man & 1 women. from Jefferson/ME by Tobey

Comment: This is a sad day for the State of Maine. The governor will be held responsible come judgement day. from Windham by Steve

Comment: This is going to a referendum vote and should never have been approved without a public vote. This is a disgrace! I am not opposed to gay/lesbian Civil Unions, but it's just not a Marriage. Let me know where to sign up for the referendum vote! from Saco by M

Comment: I believe in equality of family rights, but think the sacrament of marriage should remain as the Bible intended it to be...between one man and one woman. Thank God for Adam and Eve that we are here today; not Adam and Adam or Eve and Eve. by Trish

Comment: Marriage has now been redefined thanks to the lack of direction from the Catholic Church and other Christian Churches. This is not about equal rights because the state has long recognized Civil Unions of Same Sex and also Domestic Partnerships/Benefits. What this is about is the goal of same-sex marriages equal to male/female marriages which they will never, ever be. And it's also about inforcing those views/opinions on others who do not agree with their lifestyles. New laws will be written to forbid anyone from disagreeing with their lifestyle on moral grounds. Get ready for some lawsuits.... from Portland by Concerned

Comment: Disgusting??? what is sooo disgusting about 2 ppl who love each other very much??...it doesnt matter if their opposite or same sex...its none of your concern what other ppl do with their lives, if you beleive that it should be a man and a women, good for you, thats your belief, not everyone elses..ive lost family to other states because gay marriage wasnt allowed and now i hardly see them, so im glad that someone had the guts to do what was right. Telling a person they have no right to love someone of the same sex is like taking the law into your own hands and being god yourself. YOUR NOT GOD, YOU DO NOT HAVE THAT RIGHT TO MAKE THE CHOICE FOR OTHER PPL...get over it. and im straight from Gorham by Brigitte

Comment: I am not gay but I don't see why gay people can't get the same benefits as married people. It seemed like before it was passed, everyone was for it, now that it HAS passed, everyone is against it... People will be people, and complain about whatever happens just for the sake of complaining. by John

Comment: Separation of church and state,his faith should not enter into it and it didn't. Good for him. from Gorham, ME by Virginia

Comment: Equality is the only decision. However, Mr. Heath and all the hate groups, i.e. Christian Civil League, KKK, Maine Heritage Foundation and The Maine Nazi Party will get this on the November ballot. And to think that the Catholic Church will join this coalition is unbelievable. I guess politics does make for strange bedfellows. from Auburn by Dan

Comment: he is makeing the institution of marrage into something sick!! I have been married for 31 years (very happily) ,and now you say mariage is any sex!! That is just wrong and the bible tells us it is wrong!! You mean the bible has been wrong all this time?I THINK TTHE GOV. SHOULD STAY OUT OF IT!! GOD`S LAW OVERRIDES GOVERMENT!! from LEWISTON ME. by JOHN

Comment: The divorce rate in this country is staggering. Who are we to decide what is right? Why not give other individuals a chance? They may take it more seriously, since the privilege hasn't always been there for them. from West gardiner by Cassie

Comment: It's the only fair thing from scarborough by michael

Comment: It is an equal rights issue and it is about time all Americans get them! from Westbrook by Jennifer

Comment: No, I don't approve. I do not agree. I am also not surprised. by Stephanie

Comment: It's about time that this happened, and I am very happy to see it happen. Thank you Governor Baldacci from Waterville Maine by Dustin

Comment: Absolutely, I fully support this bill. from Portland/ME by Silvia

Comment: I have never been prouder to be a Mainer! I applaud Governor Baldacci for doing what is right...equal rights for all, not just for those we approve of. from Topsham, ME by Stephanie

Comment: I support the governors decision. from Portland Maine by Jake

Comment: This has been a long time coming. from Mexico by Ann

Comment: We have voted this down 3 times why keep bring it up over and over again.If they want to get married find a island of gays and stay there. from wiscasset maine by Art & Deb

Comment: This is a wonderful day for the State of Maine. I am proud of what our Legislators have done to advance equality for all. from Gorham by Virginia

Comment: As this is a matter of civil rights rather than religion, his decision to sign the bill was the correct one. from Lisbon, ME by Miriam

Comment: They don't bother anyone Let them do what they want by Pris

Comment: The people vetoed this once already. They will veto it again. from Gorham ME by David

Comment: it should be by vote of the people from maine by harold

Comment: I am so proud to be a citizen of Maine today! We are again leading the nation in fairness, equality and support of families. Congrats to every supporter. from Westbrook by Sally

Comment: Only 42 years ago it was still illegal for a white to marry a non-white in some states. These days we know that it is a personal decision, not a governmental one. The same applies to today's vote for the right of same genders to marry or be recognized in a civil union. I am proud that Maine is on the forefront of disbanding discrimination in this country and applaud Gov. Baldacci's courage in facing the inevitable criticism and doing what he knows is right. from Kennebunkport, Me by Deb

Comment: "marriage" is between a m an and a woman! two men, two women, can't reproduce! thats the nature of things! from rockland by walter

Comment: Equal Rights for all! from Portland Maine by Donna

Comment: I'm very happy the Governor has made the decision to allow marriage equality. Those who love each other should have the same rights, regardless of sex. from Buxton, ME by Nichole

Comment: Why is it that Maine always sits back and watches other states as a follower when it comes to any other legislation, but when it involves gay people, tree huggers, eccentric antique collectors and immigrants the government bends over backwards for them! The reverse descrimination makes me sick. This was a great place to live, and is still great place to raise kids, and that is the only reason I am here...I can't wait to get the hell out! from Everywhere, ME by Pete

Comment: It is about time people realize that they cannot run other peoples lives on their own beliefs from North Berwick, Maine by Mom to a gay man

Comment: IT'S ABOUT TIME from WINDSOR,ME. by NANCY

Comment: I am embarrassed & appalled that our Gov. Voted against his values., & against the natural order of marriage which has been held for > 5,000 years. from Standish by Ann

Comment: I think that it is a sad day in the state of maine when our elected governor bends to the liberals and goes against his own virtues to be politically correct. Also I think part of his decision was based on the "Potential Money" that could be brought into the state coffers by the gay and lesbian community. The morals of todays society have definately have gone by the wayside to be "Politically Correct". from hollis,maine by greg

Comment: Legalising sodomy is not in the best interests of out state. from Scarborough by John

Comment: they should be able to get married just like everyone else in the world. If some one does not approve that is your choice but you willnever have to live their life, it's time to get over it. from Portland by Tabitha

Comment: It is definitely about time. Equality is just that. No one has the right to tell someone else who they can or cannot marry. Does a gay person have the right to tell a straight person that they should not marry multiple times just because they can't get it right the first time. from Bethel by Norm

Comment: This civil rights law finally gives gay and lesbians some long sought rights. My wife and I cannot understand why there is such a fuss. Same sex marriage will have zero effect on my family. Massachusetts which allows same sex marriage has the lowest divorce rates in the country. The same cannot be said of Maine. Perhaps this will turn those statistics around. from hallowell,me by jim

Comment: Equal protection under the law for all Maine's citizens... That was the goal and this is a great step forward. from Lewiston ME by Pat

Comment: I am so proud of our legislature and Governor Baldacci for standing up to hatred, bigotry and discrimination. Individuals should be free to love and build a family with same sex or opposite sex partners. This is a civil right and religion should not play in this decision. We have freedom of religion and now gays have the freedom to marry the person they love. I pray that people will not sign petitions to promote hatred and discrimination. Live and let live. from Topsham by Richard

Comment: Massachusetts has had gay marriage since 2004 and the only result was many happy couples and money pouring into local economies. I dare anyone to say that Maine can't use the extra money. from Pittston, ME by Steve

Comment: Whatever happen to the grand state of Maine where vows were sacred between man and women. HAS our governor lost his marbles.Marriage should be between man & women and no one else. Totally totally disgusting to see these people of same sex kissing in public. IT is a disgrace to this state and our children should not have to witness this indecent behaviour in public. Can't wait for Baldaci to leave office. He is driving businesses out of the state. from Winthrop by Carol

Comment: It's about time. To those out there who claim that marriage is a "sacred thing" that can be shared only by a 'man and a woman'" I say: If marriage is so "sacred," then why is divorce so legal and so common? Common... get real! Marriage is something "legal" between two people who love each other... That's what really matters.... It's about love and commitment. Get over your fears! from Lewiston by Cecile

Comment: The governor needs to read his bible and stop looking at the revenue results.Gays are protected and they can always have a living will made out for their other half from So. Berwick,Maine by Nick

Comment: I believe this is one the best things for maine. from lewiston,me by jennifer

Comment: Maine has always upheld civil rights. Thanks to our Legislature and Governor, we are still leading the nation! from Alfred, ME by Carol

Comment: Well, sort of yes. I believe that all humans deserve equal rights but as a Christian I would like to see them use another term - like "Parriage" - and not "Marriage". Whether two people are a same or opposite sex couple, if they want a "lifetime" commitment they should have all the rights and all the difficulties that are currently offered by law! from Portland, ME by Kyra

Comment: I feel no one has the right to tell an adult person who they can marry and who they can't. Would you like it if someone told you you can't marry your husband or your wife? I know I would not want some one to tell me I couldn't marry my husband.I bet I know what you would say!! Things change all the time and we need to go with the flow like it or not. from Gorham by Helen

Comment: It is not right.GOD put men and women in this world to have children. from bridgton?me. by jim

Comment: It takes a strong leader like Govenor Balducci, who can separate his faith and church from what is right and the laws in Maine firmly states equality for all people. This decision was the right thing to do. He has set a good example. Hopefully others will understand this is basic civil rights, and Church's can decide on their own if they want to support gay marriage. Many do and just as many don't, however that should not stop two people in love from getting married as we all know not everyone gets married in church or by a minister. from Harpswell, Maine by Rose

Comment: way to go! from Gardiner Maine by Andrea

Comment: It's about time! from South Portland, ME by Nancy

Comment: yes i do people should mind there own business...no one else has to live with it... were suppose to be the land of the free that means people should be able to be with whomever they want they are not hurting anyone....so im glad they passed it... from MAINE by Jessica

Comment: What other dictionary definition does he want to change? He told us after he wrecked his SUV that the speed reduced to 45mph was just a suggested speed anyway. So here we go again, he knows people are going to veto this bill/law. what happens to all the people caught in the middle of this mess? Are they married or aren't they? SNAFU from Portland, ME by Lori

Comment: yes yes yes from Saco by James

Comment: i believe god made adam and eve not adam and steve from litchfield maine by mr

Comment: This just proves what happens when people forget what our founding fathers started this country for. Gov. Baldachi is wrong for doing this it should have been vetoed and gone to the citizens for a vote. The church is in everything else where were they in this. This is a result of "good people doing nothing" from Litchfield by T.

Comment: Discrimination is based out of ignorance and quite frankly..fear. Folks should begin understanding what equal rights are for. They not only protect me as a proud woman, but all of us who say we are Americans. Find a productive activity that betters your community. There are far worse injustices in the world that need our attention. from Saco, ME by Susie

Comment: call me old fashion but marriage is between man and woman. from Lewiston, me by Teri

Comment: It about time that ass do somthing good! WOOHOO.. screw the bible and lets start making some changes! from LISBON FALLS by PROUD SUPORTER

Comment: WHAT WOULD JESUS DO? ALL REASONS TO SIGN SUCH A BILL ARE VERY WEAK AT BEST, WE ARE HEADED IN UNCHARTED WATERS,ALL WILL PERISH THERE, I SEE YOU CLAIM IT WILL BE A BOONE TO MAINE ECONOMY BUT THAT IS ALSO A POOR REASON FOR PASSING THIS BILL,GOD SAVE THE U.S.A. from PORTER, ME. by FRED

Comment: I'm so proud of our state to overcome differences and breakthrough the discrimination. I respect everyone's beliefs, and they can believe what they want, but those beliefs shouldn't affect other people. from Brunswick, Maine by Tori

Comment: Yes, it is long overdue from South Portland Maine by Liz

Comment: Equal rights for all, finally! Thank you Governor Baldacci! from wells by mary

Comment: Everyone deserves respect.Everyone is equal, with different roles in life. Two men can't nurture and two woman can't give what man has to give to a child. It is sad to see what was reported is the economic impact. What about the impact on children. Studies have shown that children thrive most with a man and woman in the home. The law won't change the respect due any gay couple. from Scarborough by Leon

Comment: I may not be gay but I think they should have all the rights that everyone else has. from Old Orchard Beach, Me. by Judy

Comment: We as a state have voted against this issue for several years. Our "leaders" obviously don't listen to the majority of the people and vocus on special interest groups. from Gardiner by John

Comment: Absolutely NOT!!! God and His Word define marriage NOT man and his law. Just because people make it law, does NOT make it "right" in Gods' eyes. from Lewiston, Me. by Kathryn

Comment: It's Time All Citizens of the State were treated Equaly. Equal protection by law. from Augusta by Phyllis

Comment: Yes. As Baldacci said "[this law] reaffirms the separation of Church and State". How is this hard to understand for Maine Family Policy Council to understand? I do not understand how this is hurting or destroying marriage in Maine. Its letting others have equal rights and its about time! from Freeport by John

Comment: Now do we teach our 6-18 year olds how to have GAY SEX?? Obama wants sex taught in kindergarten? Its discrimintaion if we dont? Now Catholics are all going to jail if we read the Bible.... from Turner,ME by Derek

Comment: Difficult and sometimes uncomfortable, but absolutely correct to assure equal protections for gay families. from Freeport, ME by P.S.

Comment: This is a moment a long time in coming for the great state of Maine. from Portland, ME by Lauren

Comment: marriage is between one man and one woman. lawyers will be the ones who benefit come divorce time. from Bridgton by Roxy

Comment: Marriage is between a man and a woman. The Governor has to answer to his God now. from Greene, ME by Richard

Comment: This is not about discrimination. It is about legitimization of an immoral life-style. from Biddeford by Don

Comment: new state motto: Welcome to gayville - the way liberals think we should all be. from Brunswick by Linn

Comment: Yes, absolutely! The passage of this bill is important to ensure basic civil rights for all Mainers. The same-sex marriage bill concerns CIVIL marriage only, and the issue should not be clouded by the concerns raised by those who oppose same-sex marriage on religious grounds. I feel that it is very important to make this distinction: the Bible is not the Constitution, and the United States is not a theocracy. It's also important to bear in mind that the Bible has historically been quoted extensively by those who opposed the abolition of slavery, as well as those who opposed voting rights for women, interracial marriage, and many other once controversial ideas that are now universally viewed as basic human rights. from Greenwood, ME by Amy

Comment: Marriage is meant to be between a man and a woman. It's that simple. Anything else is a perversion. from Draper by Sandra

Comment: No I feel that the governor signing this bill into law is 100 percent wrong. The bible states marriage between Adam & eve not Adam & Steve. from Washington by beth

Comment: no I'm a firm believer that marriage should be between a man and a woman! from brunswick,maine by joe

Comment: It is about time the state of Maine realizes Equal Rights is not a degredation of society. from Biddeford, Maine by Jeanne

Comment: let them go where ever but keep maine clean--shame on our governor from rockland,maine by marcel

Comment: I and a lot of others asked him to veto this Bill. He's always said marriage to him was one man, one woman. I'm extremely dissappointed in him for signing this same-sex marriage bill. from Shapleigh, Maine by Barbara

Comment: i will vote against this when i get my chance this decision should of been left to the people not the government from sabattus me by jeff

Comment: I hope this is brought before all the people of maine by jb

Comment: I just don't get it maybe because I'm not gay but we have homeless people,children being abused and people are worried about is whether or not they can marry same sex. People are going to do as they want but why can't we focus on fixing some of the other issues we have in the state. Hearing about gay marriage is getting about as tiring as hearing about the swine flu from wells by Lori

Comment: We need to let the people vote. Disappointment on the Governor - he did not listen too good from Mainers. from Lewiston by Andy

Comment: The people have voted against the issues before. I thought the governor was working for the people, why is he overiding us? by Russell

Comment: He has reversed his original position. Perhaps this will prompt the referendum which will reveal what the people of Maine really want on this issue. from Litchfield, ME by Elizabeth -

Comment: I am outraged by this, How is the population suppose to increase? This ridiculous. from Sanford by Cote

Comment: We are finally EQUAL under the law. Thank you, Gov. Baldacci! by Molly

Comment: The Holy Bible itself, regardless of your denomination, which this country was founded on states clearly that homosexuality is an abomination to God. from Strong by Jeffrey

Comment: Haven't the people of Maine already shot this down by a majority on a past referendum? from Auburn, ME by Paul

Comment: All people deserve the same rights. There has to be separation between church and state-"Render unto Caesar that which is Caesar's; render unto God that which is God's." from Waldoboro, ME 04572 by Kay S.

Comment: now I can live happily ever after! from Otter Creek by Laura

Comment: Marriage should not be subject to prejudice as with all other civil rights under constitutional law. This is a good day for Maine and America! I am happy to be Married to my husband with children and know that they will have the right to marry who they Love:) from Lewiston by Laurrel

Comment: this will be the downfall of all Godly morals from Topsham by Rich

Comment: NO....Personally I feel betrayed by the Governor. We are Mainers....we have always had high moral standards, until now. I am very disappointed. NOW WE NEED TO HAVE A PEOPLES VETO. If the Legislature and Governor won't keep our high moral standards, then we the people can,. from Randolph,Me by Roger

Comment: Now that's behind us we need to legalize plural marriages and marijuana and fireworks. from Augusta by Ann

Comment: you said you were against the bill when you ran for gov from rockport by alice

Comment: Gov. Baldacci's decision today was based on fairness. In Maine, as well as the rest of the country, fairness and freedom, and individual rights is central. The governor clearly sees that truth. from Biddeford, Maine by Brian

Comment: Yes I'm proud. from Portland by Brian

Comment: Same-sex marriage is against God's directions for our daily lives. from Farmingdale, ME by Lynda

Comment: It is time to end discrimination based on sexual orientation and seperate church from state in politics from Sabattus by M

Comment: As a gay woman in a long term partnership, I applaud the people of Maine, the state legislators and the governor. from Cape Elizabeth, Me. by Jean

Comment: This extends fairness and legality to everyone. No more descrimination for this issue. It's about time. from Arundel, Me by Velma

Comment: its time to leave it alone.everyone has the right to be happy even if thay do not agree with the way someone lives.there are alot of children that need a family.this will help it happen. by debbie

Comment: It is just not right! It is a sort of perversion! Love is one thing frienship, sure, yes I would like to leave all valuables to my friend-lover sure,that should be all right. Hey I LOVE MY HORSE, can i marry her? She sure is a friend! from brunswick by mark

Comment: I am sad. from lewiston by w

Comment: It is not about morality, it is about equal rights. The opposition to this bill often cites religion as why we should disapprove of this bill. Yet, Sen. Bartlett of Gorham said it best when he spoke of religious Mainers who unable to partake of a church sanctioned marriage because of the existing law. Baldacci voted to preserve the separation of church and state and uphold the constitution, otherwise known as fulfilling his duties. from Gorham by Valerie

Comment: The people of Maine have already voted on this before. What part of No don't they understand. It saddens me to know Gov Baldacci refuses to listen to the people. It is a matter of Morals. I believe homosexuality is morally wrong. This country will reap what it sows. The day will come when our Government regrets this decision. from Durham Maine by Kathryn

Comment: As a christian, I feel this law is so very wrong. I wonder if those that supported this movement really understands what will now happen. Whether you want your child taught this lifestlye or not, you no longer have that choice in public schools(perhaps private)- all academic books will now have to be re-written--Dick & Dave or Jane and Janice, This is such a deviceive issue, the people of Maine should be allow to decide if this is what we want. My representive did not represent me and many others when they voted. from Lewiston by Elaine

Comment: it is a GREAT day in Maine from Portland, Maine by Michael

Comment: I think it's been a long time coming. I think the Governor did the right thing... finally. I hope the state doesn't try to change the views of the politicians THEY voted into office. from Poland by Tim

Comment: NO, and i think that these people who do, had best remember that we put them in to office and we can take them out. if they where elected, they can be impeached, and if hired, they can be fired. the time has come for we the people to take back our rights as given by the declaration of indepeneance. first of all this is a religious matter not politics, and it seems to me the palations should stay out of it. or put the ten comandments on the city hall steps. from windham/ maine by skip

Comment: This should go to referendum so the citizens of Maine can vote on the bill!! by Carol

Comment: Bravo! from Bar Mills by Susan

Comment: I belive the governor did the right thing by signing the bill into law, & the catholic church should mind there business & clean there own nose before putting it elsewhere; as i'm a catholic myself.I THINK ALL PEOPLE SHOULD HAVE THE SAME RIGTHS from shapleigh by paul

Comment: For the umpteenth time, this has been voted OUT by the majority of the people, how can the elected officials go behind their constituents backs and do whatever they want??? That's politics. by Rebecca

Comment: I think that it is ridiculous that we the people of Maine are selling our souls and beliefs to benefit a small group of people who are living in sin.And to say that is going to stimulate our economy is a price I myself am not willing to pay. from Maine by Justin

Comment: Yes, I believe that people who are in love should have the right to get marrided no matter witch gender their partner is. from Lewiston by Amanda

Comment: More special rights for a special interest group! Wake up Maine! from Lisbon Falls, Me by Gina

Comment: Go Gov! from Me by R. L.

Comment: Bravo! It is about time! from Cumberland, ME by Elizabeth

Comment: Absolutely I approve. The legislature passed the bill and there is no practical reason for the governor to not sign it. It is NOT the place of government to tell people how they can live, and not allowing same-sex marriage did exactly that. Same-sex couples are not hurting anyone and therefore there is no legal reason to restrict them from marrying. from Standish, ME by Tim

Comment: How soon can I sign a petition?? by Diane

Comment: THIS IS CRAZY STOP THE CRAZYNESS ADAM AND EVE NOT ADAM N STEVE from biddeford by lisa

Comment: Read Romans 1:28 from Wilton, Maine by Daniel

Comment: If you don't support gay marriage, don't get one. from Portland, ME by Jon

Comment: Marriage is between a man and a women, this was mandated in the Bible by God! from Kittery, ME by Hank

Comment: It is clear that the Governor understands that the gay marriage issue is one of civil rights. I am proud once again to be a Mainer! from Bowdoinham by Joanne

Comment: The people of Maine have voted against this time and again. How many more times must we vote against this? Shame of Gov. Baldacci for not respecting the wishes of the voters.

Comment: The citizens voted against it too recently for the government to turn their backs on that. from Maine by Tim

Comment: If marriage is no longer just between a man and a woman then who is to say I can not marry my dog, or my car or anything else for that matter. Wouldn't that too be discrimination if it wasn't allowed? from Steep Falls by Tim

Comment: The federal government recognizes as marriage between a man and woman, why can't the state? by Diane

Comment: He kept his personal religious beliefs out of the government. from St.George, ME by Bob

Comment: Very Much. It is the right thing to do. Access/Rights should be the same under the Law from Turner by Sandy

Comment: It's about time! by Dick

Comment: I am ashamed of the Governor, The Senate, and our Representatives from Falmouth by David

Comment: we have voted this down over and over again. I guess Augusta is not interested in what the common tax payer has to say! from Stratton by Lynne

Comment: When he ran for Governor he opposed Gay Marriages. He is not true to his beliefs and those of a Catholic Governor. Shame on him. from Auburn by Anita

Comment: IT IS MORALLY WRONG TO CHANGE THE DEFINITION OF MARRIAGE FROM ONE MAN AND ONE WOMAN from SO. PORTLAND by MELVIN

Comment: I was hoping John would find the courage to uphold his convictions. His Catholic church hasn't changed their's so what's left to discuss...? from South Paris by Curtis

Comment: Absolutely not! The governor is spineless, he waited and followed the whim of the legislature. from anson,maine by jan

Comment: It is great to know that gays and lesbians are no longer legally second-class citizens in this state. Wouldn't the reformer, Harvey Milk, be proud of Maine today? Congratulations to all of the people who worked so hard to get this law passed and to the legislators who approved it. from Kennebunk, ME by Bonnie

Comment: absolutely NOT Marrigage is between husband & wife..One woman One man....The Voters should decide for Maine Not a few in Augusta!!! from Oxford by Sheri

Comment: Yet another Democrate says one thing and does another. from Wiscasset Maine by Tom

Comment: Absolutely! It is finally time that all people, straight and gay are treated as equals. No one is better or more equal than anyone else. Yeah to the Governor & yeah for Maine! from Kittery, ME by Rebecca

Comment: I think it shows real character and leadership on his behalf to sign a bill he morally doesn't agree with. It is nice to know that there ARE those out there who believe in the separation of church and state. I approve 100%. by T

Comment: The people of Maine should vote on it from Livermore Falls, ME by Ellie

Comment: Marriage means a man and a woman in union blessed by God. You can call what same-sex people do to each other whatever you want. But it is still not a marriage. from Bowdoin, ME by Grace

Comment: Otherwise the state is discriminating on the basis of gender in a civil/legal institution. from Kennebunkport, ME by Louise

Comment: We only approve of traditional marriage between a man & a woman !! from Alfred by Ellen & Jack

Comment: As a wedding planner and officiant for the State of Maine, I have performed hundreds of civil unions. The couples are just as much in love as the male & female couples that I marry. I believe it is time for them to received the same respect and benefits that other married couples receive. Connie Mills, All In One Weddings, Brunswick, Maine from Brunswick, ME by Connie

Comment: I've lived here for 8 years now and this is the very first time I can say I am proud to live in Maine. I can only hope it does not get overturned. by Debi

Comment: Yes I believe this was the right thing to do. This is not a question of what God wants, it a question of civil rights from Portland by Ann

Comment: Yes I agree with his decision. It was very courageous. from Gray/Maine by Wayne

Comment: marriage is between a man and a woman ONLY.......... I hope we get to vote on this. from monmouth. me. by normand

Comment: No I do NOT approve of what OUR Governor did. I can't wait until I find the first sheet to sign for ALL Maine people to case THEIR VOTE! from Boothbay Harbor by Lucy

Comment: We Are All Equal! The Religious People Shouldn't Have The Final Say. Gay Marriage Has Nothing To Do With Religion. If Someone Of Religious Values Doesn't Feel Comfortable Performing A Gay Marriage, Then They Dont Have To!!! from Scarborough, ME by Randy

Comment: I don't care what the state says. Marriage is between a man and a woman, period. The state does not have the authority to redefine the institution of marriage. This is a gross perversion of what is meant to be a holy union ordained by God. from Monmouth by John

Comment: The citizens in Maine have always voted this down every time it has come before them to vote on.Why are the members of the legislature wasting more tax dollars rehashing what the citizens of this state have never believed in before. from Turner Maine by Karen

Comment: Absolutely not. Actually these folks should get their heads examined. Next people will want to marry their animals. from Jay by Corey

Comment: It is against the bible as it was Adam and Eve not Adam and steve from Portland by Joanne

Comment: This is something that should be left up to the voters. The govenor should not preach being opposed to this topic & then close the doors & privately sign this into law. We have a flu epidemic moving around the world & this is Maine's top story (sorry, but something is wrong). I am disappointed & we may now have to change "The Way Life Should Be" sign when entering the state lines. from Saco, Maine by S & S

Comment: What are you thinking of ??? Are you trying to turn our state into another Sodom and Gomorroah ??? from Brunswick, Maine by Sandy

Comment: This is a matter of fairness and equality, not religion. It's about time! from Portland by Melissa

Comment: not at all we will lose all the good things that we now have . It we become a nation that allows same sex marrage nation wide. God will punish us. from augusta/maine by rick

Comment: I am going to be forced to recognize gay marriage? I don't think so. My freedom of religion give me the right not to recognize gay marriage. This is an infringement on my Amendment Rights. What's next? Legalizing Polygamy? from Bridgton, ME by Jeff

Comment: I have always believed that marriage should be between a man and a women, but to my surprise I discovered that it doesn't matter who you are married to, it's about being able to care for a loved one no matter who that is. from Richmond, ME by Gwen

Comment: I'm over 50 and was married for over 22 years to a man. I absolutely agree with the Governors signing of the bill into law, it doesn't matter who you love, just that you have someone to love and can provide a loving and secure home for children. Some seem to be hung up with the word sex and they can't comprehend this with same sex. That isn't what it's about it about life. It's about who you care about and how you live. from Saco by Lynn

Comment: Homosexuality is wrong in the eyes of our lord. By signing this bill into law our governor is telling them that it is ok to be gay.I hope he is ready to explain himself to God when his time comes. from Canton, Me. by Dean

Comment: I believe the same rights should appliy, But marriage is between a man and a wonman. they have just lost my support. You have disrespect for my beliefs and my rights. I no longer have any for you. from dresden by laura

Comment: I feel if you are going to live an alternative life style than live alternative. Marriage is mainstream, if you want tobe married live a mainstream life. Maine allready gives same sex couples certain rights. If you want tobe married; than change your life style to fit a moral marrige. from Auburn, ME. by James J. H.

Comment: I am a women in a relationship with a man and I believe that everyone should have the same rights that we do. I hope we look back on all of this soon and see how ridiculous it is that they can not marry like the rest of us. It's as crazy as women and afro americans not being able to vote! People who think it's between a man in a woman are dated. from Portland by Sarah

Comment: I have newly moved to Maine and am very proud to live in a state that promotes equality amongst all. by Susan

Comment: I was shocked that he passed this. by Ann

Comment: Just wonderful! Maine has moved back into deserving "Dirigo." from Ellsworth/Maine by Katharine

Comment: It is a sad time in our country and the State of Maine where God's absolute truth and moral law is no longer seen as relevant and for the most part from what I have read was not even used to any extent in the argument against such perversion as lesbianism and sodomy. The time is here when society considers good evil and evil good in so many areas. To speak against the moral wrong of sodomy and lesbianism and the marriage of those who practice it is now considered hate speech by many. We are all created by God in which He holds all of us to the same accountability. If I truly love my fellow man I will tell him and help them when they are in violation of God's Law. The answers to so many of our countrys ills are found in God's Word. Sadly our secularized society no longer sees God's Word as relevant. I pray that our leaders and people would by God's grace seek His will, ask His forgiveness, turn from our wicked ways and beg Him to heal our land. from Industry Me. by Thayden C.

Comment: I believe in Adam and Eve., Not Adam and Steve!!!! from Harpswell by Micheele

Comment: It is about time everyone was equal! from Kittery Point, ME by Gretchen

Comment: I dont agree with it I feal it like most that it is between a man and women, and I dont believe the Average Mainer will see a dime of the income that may or may not come from out of state Gay couples coming to Maine Just to Marry from Rockland by Birch

Comment: another part of Maine the way life should be, died today. from sanford by j

Comment: i feel its not right for gays or lesbians to have the right to get married..its supose to be one man and a women..not to guys or two girls. by jake

Comment: It is a sad day for the sanctity of marriage. from Maine by Lynn

Comment: It should be up to the voters! from LYMAN,ME by CHRISTOPHER

Comment: An article by Bob Emrich says it best, "marriage is about children and society and not adult desires." I hope the Maine people will vote this down. from Farmington, Maine by Joanne

Comment: I am disgusted at the Catholic Governor's choice he should be ashamed of himself. He has done a disgrace to the religion, the state and America. from South Portland by Heather

Comment: I say if they want suffer like the rest of us so be it. from Farmington Maine by Mike

Comment: Fairness, justice and equality prevail! from Kittery Point, ME by Marleen

Comment: Why does anyone care who gets married? It is no one's business at all, man & woman, woman & woman or man & man. Who cares?????? It is love and commitment regardless of the sex of the individuals involved! Get a life and mind YOUR business. from Westbrook by Ren

Comment: I don't understand the problem. It's time to stop all prejudices. from Gray/ Maine by Barbara

Comment: This is a great step for Maine. It's time we take a stand on what equality really means. from South Portland by Imani

Comment: my partner and i have been together for 8 years, to be able to stand and substantiate our partnership and recieve the basic human rights afforded others means everything to us and our family including our sons from york by mathew

Comment: I think that gay people have a right to get married like everyone else gay or not you shouldnt judge them from auburn,maine by brianna

Comment: Every person derserves to be happily married to the one they love. from Topsham, ME by David

Comment: Marriage should be between one man and one woman from Union ME by clark

Comment: Marriage is between a man and a woman. If Gays want to have the same benefits of marriage then a civil ceremony and a change in Maine law, to grant them the same economic rights as non-gays is appropriate. The Governor and the Legislature has ignored the will of the people and it may well cost them in the next election. from Portland by Joel

Comment: It`s truly offensive to see a small segment of the pop- ulation be able to twist the concept of marriage to in-clude two people of the same sex.The institution of marr-iage has just been trashed and turned on it`s head after a couple of thousand years of being defined as a union be-tween a man and a woman.I guess Gov. Baldacci and our legislators will now redefine the rules of nature and the laws of God for us.If gays want to live together,fine, but don`t make laws that re-quire others to think of this as something that it isn`t, come up with a legal term for homosexual marriage and call it that.Civil union seems fine. It doesn`t insult the true meaning of marriage. Simply put: don`t redefine marriage; define a same sex union for what it is! from Camden Maine by Mike

Comment: Where does it end? Will it soon be legal for me to marry my sister? from Hollis by Kathleen

Comment: to even ask if gay marriage is ok, is totally immoral. from Lewiston by Joe

Comment: I wish this issue could stop here right now. I am proud of the Governor's decision to sign the bill. These families are out there right now and should have the same rights that the rest of us have. from Topsham, Maine by Patty

Comment: marriage was always intended to be between one man and one woman from augusta,maine by paul

Comment: I'm a straight, educated, 20-something Christian female who is curious about two things: What is so sacred about marriage between a man and woman when, with a 50% divorce rate, the institution of marriage is almost a joke? And question 2, why are those who oppose gay marriage making their statements in newspaper editorials and online comments in a way that is rude, judgmental, and at times downright insulting to the intelligence of our legislators and the rights of our Maine people? I just don't understand how those on the opposing side can claim to stand for what is "right" while acting so, so wrong. from Windsor, ME by J

Comment: Equal rights for ALL ! I could not be prouder to live in the GREAT STATE OF MAINE !!!!! from portland,maine by robert

Comment: This is certainly not what our forefathers wanted the Constitution to represent. The wisdom of our founders has been distorted and twisted for self-serving purposes. Homosexuals have forced society to now legitimize sodomy and other immorale acts. "Only a virtuous people are capable of freedom. As nations become corrupt and vicious, they have more need of masters." - Benjamin Franklin from Portland, ME by Ken

Comment: Marriage is between a man and a woman. Same sex marraige should at the very least be called anything other than marriage. A civil union would be most appropriate. from Augusta, Maine by Terry

Comment: Well done, Maine!!! Proud to live here from Ogunquit by Kay

Comment: I believe that marriage should be between one man and one woman. What the govenor did is unacceptable! This has a major negative effect on teen aswell, causing families to be broken apart by opposing sides. It's a disgrace to Maine and a disgrace to the United States. The founding fathers would not approve!! from Maine by Bryan

Comment: I don't see any discrimination when it comes time for taxes or anything else for that matter. from Saco, ME by Laurie

Comment: im so ashamed of this state and the gov for letting this go threw. im very angry about it PS I USED TO LOVE LIVING IN THIS STATE from bristol maine by mike

Comment: It's not about homophobia, it's about eternal life. These people are seeking approval from man for something that is directly forbidden by God. from Auburn by Melissa

Comment: No I do not approve and hope the true Mainers of this state do not let this go through. from Turner/Maine by Wendy

Comment: I believe that marriage, which was stated in the bible was meant for a man and a woman. Although I do believe in equal rights, and that gays and lesbians should have the right to be together in the law as marriage, just not based on the bible. from Old Orchard Beach by Heather

Comment: Marriage is a relationship between a man and a woman tocreate and raise children. Homosexuals are simply non-functional. from Portland, Maine by Michael

Comment: It doesn't surprise me at all. He has no backbone to stand up for anything!! This is an abomination a very SAD day for Maine from bath, me by carolyn

Comment: He did his civil duty to uphold Maine's constitution and protect the civil rights of all Maine people from trenton by c

Comment: Noah's Ark was made up of pairs - male and female to replinsh the earth -not two female's or two male's. Our Governor just blew the story of Noah's Ark out of the water. from Sabattus by Bruce

Comment: baldacci should have stood tall, not signed it and proclaimed maine a family vacation - Moms, Dads and kids! from OOB, ME by joan

Comment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from PORTLAND by RON

Comment: Marriage is a bond of love. It strengthens our society by strengthening commited relationships. It is the backbone of our culture and for far too long it has only been available to one part of society. It is now open to all and that's what makes for a stronger, healthier society. BRAVO, Governor Baldacci! I have never been more proud to belong to the great state of Maine! from Portland, ME by Ellen

Comment: God created marriage for man and woman. It is unbibical for it to be for man and man or woman and woman to be in relationship with each other. from Freeport by Mary

Comment: we will over turn this in either nov. or june 10 so no big worry for catholics from RANDOLPH,ME. by DAN

Comment: I think the governor gave in to the pressure of this minority led movement. The majority of people in Maine do not want same-sex marriage and have shown this twice already. Same-sex marriage would not be an issue if the people of this state and nation would not have turned their backs on the Godly principals that founded this nation. from Mechanic Falls, ME by Les

Comment: It should be legal because God said it Himself, "be fruitful" (gay marraige) "and multiply" (straight marraige) There you have it. from Portland by Sam

Comment: What part of "We the People" don't you understand? We already said no to this!!! from Lisbon Falls by Jason

Comment: Absolutely!! Its about time! I'm proud to be from Maine and thrilled that we are a state that no longer discriminates against gays and lesbians who just want the same rights everyone else has....Marrying the person you LOVE is a right no one should be denied!! from Portland by Angela

Comment: Give the gays there insurance and all that like the rest of us but wait/prove that you've lived together and you're not scamming anyone.Normal couples that live together have to do this before any benefits can apply.They should have to jump through the same hoops too. No weddings that's for a man and a REAL WOMAN!! from Maine by Phil

Comment: Will never believe that this was Gods will and I do not approve.. from Skowhegan. Me by Chuck

Comment: It is about time Maine stops treating The LGBT Community as second rate citizens. My son is gay and I am very proud of him. from Brunswick by John

Comment: He should be excommunicated from the Catholic Church. This is what the liberal Democrats have done to our formerly liveable red state. I will find a church that refuses to sin. by K

Comment: man and a women from GRAY by RONALD

Comment: I couldn't be happier this has passed. I am heterosexual, but believe everyone deserves the same rights. I also believe in the separation of church and state! Those against it seem to base it on religion or personal beliefs, not what is fair for all fellow human beings. Furthermore, if you believe marriage is only for a man and a woman then that is how you should live your life; but I don't think you have the right to push your personal beliefs on someone else. Marriage is a civil union. You have to get a license to get married and you have to appear before a judge (not your religious leader) to get a divorce. It's about time Maine supported all of it's citizens. from Auburn, ME by Susan

Comment: Citizens have rejected this at the polls. So why do we bother to vote? Another example of the the left advancing thier agenda regardless of the will of the majority of voters. from Wiscasset by Arthur

Comment: As long as we are re defing what marriage is, I happen to have one wife, but what would be so wrong with having four? Dont be judgemental now, but what could be wrong with marrying a sibling or cousin if were all consenting adults? from Disgusta Maine by Dan

Comment: This is an equal rights measure and appropriately allows the same protection under the law to every family in Maine, regardless of sexual orientation. Bravo!! from Portland. ME by Susan

Comment: Maine the way life should be will now be Maine the way life should not be. Maine will now be just another San Francisco You only publish one side & to call whay you put out there News! is a scam from augusta by Joan

Comment: It should have been up to the people in Maine to vote by fran

Comment: Marriage means one man one women from clinton,maine by kevin

Comment: Our legislators continue to undermine the traditional moral and ethical values that our country was founded upon. If they truly represented their constituents it would have been a unanimous NO vote. Hopefully the referendum will happen soon and this is surely to be repealed. from Turner, ME by Brian

Comment: Being a Combat Veteran of the Vietnam War i believed what i did was right at the time!! I firmly believe in the institution of Marriage the way it was meant to be according to my own Spiritual Beliefs.Man begot woman!Amen to that!!! Also Man changes the rules to fit his own needs so he can justify anything he does. So no i do not believe in same Sex Marriage.!!!!!!! from FRYEBURG/MAINE by RONALD

Comment: According to the Bible, they cannot have same rights. This is not what God wants. It's always has been this way and if it changes, our country will fall apart and we will be condemned to Hell!...Oh, I am sorry, that is what was said about women getting the right to vote, and about freeing the slaves. from Westbrook by Peter

Comment: It was the right thing to do. from Eddington, Maine by Robert

Comment: Wow, these comments are appalling. Comparing homosexuality to beastiality- are you crazy? The state has actually made me proud today by giving me EQUAL rights (not special rights!) and then I saw these comments. The state should not be ashamed or embarassed by granting fairness and equality, but instead by the ignorance and fear shown in many of these comments. We will no longer be treated as second class citizens. We are your family, your friends, your teachers and coaches, your doctors and nurses, your public servants and local business owners. We are the people of Maine just as much as you are. What gives you the right to deny ours? How will my marriage take away from yours? I am so proud of and happy for all of the gay and lesbian couples who have waited so long to unite in the eyes of both the government and the world. Whether this goes to referendum or not, it is a great day for the State of Maine. from Portland by Melissa

Comment: The voters of Maine should have the last say about this issue! Most opinion polls show an even split about whether Maine should make same sex marraige legal. It is too divisive to leave up to a handful of people in Augusta to decide. from Portland by Mark

Comment: bad decision with many implications for the future. It could pave the way for the legalization of polygamy. from auburn by richard

Comment: This is a serious mistake. Every aspect of what marriage means is being destroyed. So, so sad. from Woolwich, ME. by Sharon

Comment: We have moved foward with the seperation of Church and State.My wife and I had to go to the local town office to obtain a license to marry not a Church. If we are going to make the issue Church related we should look at domestic abuse amoung same sex marriages and which group has the lesser divorce rate. A happy union stands by it's self regardless of majority ruling. from Scarborough by Bruce

Comment: This is discusting and against the morals and principals of our State and Nation. Even the animals know better. How many same sex animals do you see mating? It defies the laws of nature. Unlike charges always attract and same charges repel. It is wrong. the Governor and ohers should be ashamed of themselves for not having the guts to stand up for what is right.It makes me sick to see our elected so called leaders contribute to the ruination of our society. from Wiscasset by Richard

Comment: Marriage is a legal contract and if the church doesn't approve they don't have to be involved. Equal rights for all no matter their sexual orientation. from China, Maine by Sue

Comment: Not at all !! I look forward to voting this down !! from Harrison by Cliff

Comment: I am proud of the Governor signed the bill.It shows that everybody deserves equal rigths.Same-sex couples do not want more rights then anybody they just want to be treated the same.Times are changing and people have to change with times.This is a good thing.It is giving Maine same- sex couples a chance to become a family.Marrige is about a union of two people that love each other.It means the same.Iam proud to live in Maine. from Oakland,Me by Lisa

Comment: i am proud to live in this state with a governorwho didn't hesitate on this issueand to join the rest of new england. from lisbon,me. by marshall

Comment: I believe in equal rights for everyone and that same-sex couples should have the same rights as married men and women, but why can't we give them the same rights under the definition of marriage and call it a civil union? That would allow equal rights and still protect the sanctity of marriage. from Augusta by Robin

Comment: No No NO NO Did I Say NO Marriage is a sacrment of the church Man and Women Civel Union would be excpted but not Mariage from Lewiston, Maine by Brian

Comment: He did the right thing. Sadly, he is going to catch a lot of flak for it. But he did the right thing. from South Portland by Adrian

Comment: The governor's decision is going to polarize Maine. The coming elections will show how our elected officials have taken their election to office as a free pass to vote their views rather than the mandate of the people that sent them to Augusta to vote for them, and not as they wish , at their whim ! Thank You . Jolene jolene from auburn maine by jolene

Comment: Like Robert Talbot said, discrimination was wrong 40 years ago and it is still wrong today! from Auburn by Edward

Comment: Some 5o years ago, interracial marriages were against the law. But people still fell in love and gradually each state changed the law and eventually the Federal Supreme Court ruled on the matter. Hopefully the same thing will happen with same sex marriages. State by state will OK them and then finally the Supreme Court will agree. from Freeport, ME by E.

Comment: I dont have a problem with same sex couples but marriage in my eyes is a reilgeus practice and I dont see any where in the bible where god said marriage is between adam and adam. They should have the same rights but not in the context of marriage. from Saco by Jeff

Comment: He is enabling a perversion and unnatural act that goes against nature and GOD; churches that teach that is OK are at fault too and say it is ok to increase their collection plates. The true word of GOD will ultimately win out when judgement is made. I do not hate the sinner, just the sin. from Gorham/ME by P

Comment: marriage is God-made, not man-made One man- one woman from Mechanic Falls ME by Vicki

Comment: Equal civil rights for all! from Hallowell, ME by Elisabeth

Comment: Finally!!!! from Anson, ME by Samantha

Comment: All people deserve equal dignity. All families deserve the protections that marriage afford. Children of same-sex couples deserve for their parents to be able to fully take care of them. This is not only sound public policy, but benefits same-sex couples financially and psychologically... this is fact, not just opinion. from Biddeford by Shelley

Comment: Equal Rights for All! from Buckfield/Maine by Lisa

Comment: Enough is enough. IT's legal. WOOPIE! Now please let this be the end. from portland by Cole

Comment: As a 63 year old gay woman, I am proud of our governor and our state government. Thank you, Maine. from Cape Elizabeth by Sandra`

Comment: It undermines everything that our families, state and nation are built on. from Cornville, Maine by Jennifer

Comment: This state is a disgrace..DISGRACE! If it was morally right. Vote? Dont vote. It doesnt matter, it will NEVER WILL BE NORMAL..sorry, just my freedom of speech. from Cape Elizabeth,me by ll

Comment: YES! Finally the Gov. takes a stand for rational thinking. This is not a church issue so do not make it one...it's a decision by the State. And for all of you that state "we've voted this down already" - get a clue. We've never voted on same sex marriage so do some research. If you want your religion to run the country then I suggest you move. by Josh

Comment: Thank-you Governor Baldacci for making up my mind about leaving a state. What a P.O.S. from Wiscasset by T

Comment: well, I know you probably want to hear from Mainers, mainly, but I'm a Texan that wants to say, way to go, y'all. We'll catch up down here in about 500 years from Austin, Texas by John

Comment: It is morally wrong to think that the state has the right to revise the meaning of marriage just because the gays/lesbians are whining. from Jay by Kyle

Comment: One more step closer to having sexual orientation become a non issue. from Bangor, Maine by Brenda

Comment: this should have gone to the people from Biddeford by Roger

Comment: Absolutely! It's been a long time coming, which makes it even sweeter that he signed it immediately. from Portland, ME by KC

Comment: I think they now will have "special rights": If I have a live in boyfriend that does not beleive in marriage...does that mean we should be able to get "special rights" also??? Fair is fair? from Bath, ME by Marsha

Comment: Gov. Baldacci upheld our state's constitution today by signing LD1020 into law. from Hollis, ME by Cynthia

Comment: Gov. Baldacci made the right decision to sign this bill. For all the people who want to say marriage is between "one man and one woman"...I would like to say that isn't the case now! So say goodbye to discrimination and hello to equality for all Mainers! from South Portland, ME by Kristin

Comment: A roar of approval! from Gray, Maine by Monica

Comment: It's about time our legislature did the right thing. It's going to happen, no matter how many signatures against it are collected. It's about equality, not religion. from Presque Isle by Quing

Comment: I absolutely approve of what he did. Now there's even more equality in the world. Hopefully more states will consider this. Hopefully the ignorant homophobes will realize someday and change their minds aswell. from Saco, Maine by Anthony

Comment: This should go to the people ,the goverment shouldn't be making these decisions.. UNREAL baldacci, way to go OUT!!!!!!! by Bob

Comment: I am very pleased that our Governor realized that we need to put an end to discrimination. from Lewiston, Maine by Michael

Comment: He is sworn to uphold the Constitution of the United States and of Maine. Today, in refusing to deny any adults their right to marry other consenting adults he has done just that. from Denmark, ME by Michael Eric

Comment: An historical wrong has been corrected, at last. We're Americans and we thrive because we separated church from state. Today Maine reminded the rest of the country. from Portland ME by Deborah

Comment: I believe that marriage is between one man and one woman and we are sending the wrong message to our children which are the future of our nation from westbrook, maine by millie

Comment: It is my belief that regardless of color, race, religion, sexual orientation or age, we are all deserving of the same rights and treatment. Marriage, in and of itself, is a contractual agreement, and whether or not that becomes a religious ceremony should be left up to the parties involved and the individual churches. People worry about the "sanctity" of marriage, but pay no mind to climbing divorce rates and quickie celebrity marriages... How sanctified are those? Whether it is between a man and a woman, two men, or two women, love is love, and we all deserve to have our loves treated equally; we deserve the right to marry. Marriage for everybody, or marriage for nobody, I say. from Gorham, ME by Travis

Comment: It's important that all citizens of Maine are treated equally under the law. I'm proud to live in a state that believes in fairness and separation of church and state. from Gray, Maine by Aaron

Comment: marriage is between a man and a woman. The same sex partners will to have to answer to a higher authority when their time on earth is done. What is this world coming to. from Guilford, Me. by D.

Comment: Equal rights and separation between church and state are key here. from Portland by Sarah

Comment: Why should it matter who we marry? We are all the same and should be treated the same. from WInthrop, ME by Melissa

Comment: Finally! from portland, me by richard

Comment: It is not the place of religion to have ANYTHING to say about laws. There are many, many cultures for which so-called "traditional" single man, single woman relationships were either exceptional or just another option from a variety of options. And today, freedom began to mean something more for the thousands of homosexuals and bisexuals peacefully, quietly living in our state. from Auburn, ME by Robert

Comment: Yes yes yes. Thank you for granting basic human rights to the people I love. by Erin

Comment: I agree... But am dismayed that he only now endorses this. In my opion, he wants to go leave office w/ a footprint. I'm 100% for this, but still believe he's wishy-washy. by Wendy

Comment: Everyone is equal, everyone is human. I'm very happy that Baldacci passed the law. What makes you (the people) give the right for same sex to decide who they love and want to be with for the rest of there lifes. I'm disgusted with the ones that didn't want same sex marriage. Go Baldacci. You will have my vote again. from Biddo by straight

Comment: Dirigo- I lead. from Portland, ME by Hugh

Comment: I think that people are forgetting that you love who you love. There is no rhyme, there is no reason, it is what it is. Gays and lesbians are not asking for MORE rights then straight people, they are asking for the SAME rights... people are forgetting that there is a difference. from Lyman by BJ

Comment: Equal rights for all!!!! from NY by Lindy

Comment: we are destroying what god created. man and woman should be the only ones to get married!! enough said! from somewhere in maine by frustrated citizen

Comment: Congratulations to all gay couples who now can live their lives the way they want. I am not gay myself but am friends with many. Whether or not the bill passed they would still find a way to make their relationship connected. I am glad for all that this is benefiting, Baldacci, sorry, you still don't have my vote!! from by a lake by M

Comment: Of course. This is a constitutional argument, not a religious one. He had the choice to uphold the constitution or to let it pass without adding his name to the bill. The first was the right option and the second would have been cowardly. I am impressed that he made the hard and correct choice. It is hard for me to believe this is still an issue that needs debate. Everyone has a right to an opinion but legislation should be enacted to support the constitution. What happened to the separation of Church and State? by K

Comment: Thank you, Governor. It is high time that all committed couples receive full equality. from Warren, Me by Lis

Comment: I am so proud to be from Maine with this show of support for civil rights for all from Waterville, Maine by Marie

Comment: The problem is that one word, marriage, defines two separate things. There is the religious ceremony, held in the place of worship of your own choosing, and then there is the civil union of two people. The constitution of the United States separates church and state. For all citizens to be treated equally, they should all be granted equal rights under the "state" side of the constitution. Let the religious side do what they choose. For example, a church can perform a "marriage" ceremony, but if the couple does not get a license to marry from their local government, then the state doesn't recognize them as being married even if their church does. Conversely, if a couple goes to city hall and gets a license to marry, goes out the door and has a justice of the peace perform a ceremony, the state views them as being married, but their church might not. And more importantly, their church doesn't have to recognize their union. Again, the problem is that there is one word, marriage, that is used to define two very different things. As a friend of mine says, "Against gay marriage? Well then don't have one." I have been in a committed relationship with my partner for 19 years. And marriage wasn't legal until now, but we will still be together as a couple if this right gets taken away. There is no legislation that will change the way we feel about each other, and no legislation that will end our relationship. Lastly, the last time I checked we lived in a democratic republic, not a theocracy. The government is by the people, for the people. That means all people, not just those that subscribe to the beliefs of any particular religion. from South Portland, ME by Paul

Comment: Civil rights are civil rights are civil rights! from Freeport, ME by Stephen

Comment: I think that this signature exemplies the concept of Dirigo. My partner and I had a church ceremony in Brunswick 12 years ago. It was hard that it wasn't recognized by the state at the time. from Seattle, WA by Jim

Comment: Most people use God and the bible to defend their opposition to Gay Marriage. It is as simple as separation of church and state, this can not be used to oppose a law that allows equal rights, not more rights, based on sexual preference. from Wiscasset by Jenny

Comment: If two people love each other, they must be allowed the same rights, privileges and responsibilities, no matter their genders. Yet, marriage is so much greater than the commitment of two people to each other. Marriage is an institution that much of our culture revolves around. It is also an institution that is in crisis. Divorce rates are at an all time high. Infidelity in marriage is an epidemic. When someone can compete on a television reality show to "Marry a Millionaire", the argument about saving a sacred institution seems kind of pointless. from Gay Maine by Gay

Comment: The only constant is change. Get used to it. from Westbrook, ME by Jim

Comment: I think he should have upheld the Bibical laws, and vetoed it! I hope they can get enough votes to put it before the people in November! I will out collecting names to put it on the ballot! from Harrison, Maine by Imelda

Comment: Absolutely not! I used to think that Governor Baldacci was a decent man, and then sadly his mom died and he suddenly so did his morals. The voters spoke and he turned a deaf ear to them. Mr Governor, What would Mom say? from Auburn by Linda

Comment: Yeah Baldacci! It is time to confirm that love and commitment are for everyone that seeks them. from windham by malory

Comment: This is a equal rights issue, it's about time that ALL people have the right to marry the person they love. from Oswego,IL by Sally

Comment: Marriage promotes social stability through life-long monogamy. It allows people to surpass their fickle human nature. Gay people can benefit from it as much as straights. If two gay partners wish to commit the rest of their lives to each other, for better or worse, they deserve our celebration. from Auburn by Dana

Comment: why the hell NOT??? Live & let live. Be happy. ETC. from Dover-Foxcroft, ME by Beth

Comment: It is about time for fairness and equality to come to Maine. It shows that Mainers are as everyone knows us, minding our own business with a live and let live attitude. Now, I'm confused about all the people screaming about how they'll be discriminated against for their religion. Do I hear them right, that their religious freedom trumps the freedoms of others who don't share their religion? That's an old (and tired) argument. Demonstrating selfishness will be the next order of business as taxpayer money is diverted from those in need to a referendum that will be immensely expensive. Maine can't afford to allow this argument to continue. from Belgrade by Steph

Comment: No, I think it is wrong for him to have made that decision for the whole state, and think that it should go to public vote in November, although I think we have already voted, but I think we should have the right again. from Winthrop by Dawn

Comment: I thought Sodomy was illegal and immoral. Laws and scriptures (any religion) are merely guidelines, and shouldn't interfere with our own desires. Whatever makes us happy is what count's. Raising a child just became much scarier. Now I have to warn my kids about Strangers, Drugs, playing with fire, and Polititians. These people didn't get into office on accident. The majority of you voted them in. Now we all pay the price. from Lisbon Falls by Jim

Comment: I do not think there is anything wrong with being allowed to be who you were born to be. It is not hurting anyone, if you do not approve or it is against your religion, then it is time to find some new beliefs from Lewiston, Maine by Todd

Comment: This is a GREAT day for all Mainers and it is amazing to be a part of the state......separation of church and state.... from Portland Maine by Curtis

Comment: It took a lot of careful thought for him to do what was right, even though he was raised a Catholic. It's not about religon it's all about fairness & equal rights for all. Why should gay or lesbians be discriminated against from Bailey Island by Ed

Comment: It's about time! from Portland by Peggy

Comment: I think it is lovely! Good for you, Baldacci!!! from Lincolnville, Maine by Christine

Comment: I am very tired about hearing about this issue, Who cares, to each his/her own. More power to em from Standish by Bill

Comment: Maine has become like the California of the East... a sad day from Sabattus by Glenn

Comment: The governor should have put his faith over politics, because one day he will have to face Almighty God to give an account of why he defied the Natural order as established by the Creator and upheld by the Catholic Church. He should be excommunicated from the Church. from Raymond by Kevin

Comment: How many times do the people of Maine need to vote this down for the politicos to get the message -NO SAME SEX MARRIAGE from Auburn by Kate

Comment: I think he did the right thing, and I hope enough Mainers realize this so a people's veto does not happen. from Lewiston, ME by Korrin

Comment: I believe marriage should be between a Man and a Woman. I believe that homosexuals should be able to have some sort of legal rights like straight married couples, but it shouldn't be called a marriage since it is a sacred thing. I am excited to vote down this law! from Gorham by Meagan

Comment: I approve 100%. Who is anyone to say who can marry who. In the end love is love rather it be same sex or not. Way to go Governor. I am one of many people who is proud of you choice. from South Portland by Jess

Comment: Absolutely. Governor Baldacci is courageous, especially considering his background, to sign this bill. This is all about fairness and equal rights. Religious conservatives have no place trying to impose their belief system on civic matters. And I fear their interference recruiting their captive audiences in a disgruntled referendum to come. from Winthrop by Carol-Lynn

Comment: The First couple were Adam and Eve. That example speaks for itself. from Buxton by Karen

Comment: Oh yes. He's finally done something for the people of the state of Maine. Hope this helps to open people's eyes that marriage is about love not hate. from Topsham by Jean

Comment: Maine has a small percentage of church attenders yet opponents continue to make this a "church" issue. Clearly the split in our state includes many outside the church. from Portland by Scott

Comment: its about time. from long beach ca by leon

Comment: Gay marriage is being disrespectfull to a religous ceremony. If it's rights that gays want then why can't the state make another type of ceremony available that would also be a legal contract that would gain them those rights without disrespecting the beliefs of others? from Lisbon by Kaitlyn

Comment: It would have taken more courage to stand by his life long convictions! from Kittery / ME by George

Comment: This is not right and not what we should be talking about. adam and eve not steve. from portland,me by jamasin

Comment: How is the world going to be fruitful and multiply and how are our children going to learn of family values "mommy,daddy equals children". This sickens me very much. May God have mercy on all their souls. from Livermore falls, ME by Denise

Comment: I think it took alot the governor signing. He divided church and state He did his job. He made the right thing. People should make their own choice on who they marry. People don't like it don't pay attention and let them have their life. from Peaks Island by Margo

Comment: No one should judge others but god himself. Also no one has a problem taking my tax money but I still can't marry who I want. One last point, any one in prison can marry, killers, rapist, thieves, but me who goes to work every day, pays my taxes, just trying to be the best that I can be, cannot get married. So what are people trying to protect marriage from ? Average people wanting to commit to one person and live like every one else. Well I guess that is just awful. from LEWISTON, MAINE by PETER

Comment: What part of NO does the State of Maine not understand? This has been voted down twice before!!! from Brunswick, Maine by Lori

Comment: So proud. This is a great day for Maine. Separation of church and state- 233 years later. from south Berwick Maine by Eileen

Comment: No. This is a step in the wrong direction for Maine. Not surprising that a politician says one thing & does another. from SP, ME by Sandie

Comment: What an encouraging message to send to our children. Thank you to all who fought so hard. from South Portland, ME by Kim

Comment: He is one of the State of Maine's biggest problems and this goes to prove the point Mainers overwelmingly polled to put it to referrendum and voted gay marriage down many times before and here he is going against the people again. from Jay by Todd

Comment: Though I'm happily married to my wife, many people - due to arbitrary decisions based on "normal" - have been unable to make their relationships official in the eyes of the law. This change helps the world see that Maine is willing to support equality without caveats, a better place to live. from Saco / ME by M I

Comment: This was an amazing day in Maine . . and as they say . . ."As Maine Goes . . .so goes the nation!!" from Topsham, ME by kelly

Comment: It was the right thing to do. from Kittery Point, ME by Emuel

Comment: I think this effects life later on, If they adopt, what will the kid do when he knows his parents are gay? And what will the parents do? Don't have kids or adopt? Then What? They may assault the kid? Then What? The kid will run away, or there will be wrong thing's until the police step in, but it might be to late, with somebody badly hurt or killed? I think Gay people can live together, but not by marrage or with kids. And I think this is what they're trying show a family of gays. from Portland/ME by Robert

Comment: What next?Legalize child porn, beastality, LSD,crack? Come on you idiots in Augusta. We will remember this sellout on election day. What a disapointment you educated idiots are! Vacationland BAH!!Pervertion land now! from Brunswick,Me by Rick

Comment: It is time to end, once and for all, the political demonizing of homosexuality. The "religious right" in no way represents Christianity, Protestantism, moral values, ethics or principle. This issue is reasonable to debate within various forms of religion concerning religious practice and preference. This issue has no place in the Constitutional dialogue of free and equal people. Prejudice and hatred should remain personal faults to be handled personally and privately. To attempt to impose those prejudices and hatred upon others in actions of public opprobrium is disgraceful. Equal treatment under law is the only standard for governmental debate and action. Gov. Baldacci is doing his duty under the US and Maine Constitutions; he is wise and temperate enough not to be swayed by his own personal religious preferences. Congratulations. from Winslow, ME by Charles

Comment: I guess everything we learned about a man and women in the bible is gone. adam and eve not adam and steve. from roxbury by daniel

Comment: My husband and I totally disagree with this decision. We've been married for 20 years and this bill the Governor signed is a slap in the face to us and to the only thing holy in this world. I would have rather seen him legalize marijuana. from North Monmouth, Maine by Jacqueline

Comment: we should have a chance to decide. from Portland by Steven

Comment: I don't dis-approve of this law, but I don't think it should be called marriage. Marriage is the union of a man and woman. It should be called something different. from Dayton by Remi

Comment: About Time!!!!! from jay by m. david

Comment: True to form, the socialist machine rolling forward. I guess the government knows best? Is he a coward, won't let the voters have a voice. If your homosexual, he just wanted your vote, he does not support you. from Biddeford by Jesse

Comment: I am so proud to be a born and raised "Mainer" today. from Brunswick by Kathy

Comment: Absoultely NOT!! The man claims to be Catholic.....Well, he surely ISN'T now!! I cannot believe that he was brain-washed by these FREAKS/LOSERS!!! He is more than likely a SWITCH-HITTER himself!! Great!!...now MAINE is the laughing stock of the world!! from Augusta by John

Comment: just not right. by joseph

Comment: I never thought we would see this in the State of Maine. I also think it should have gone to the public for a vote. from Lewiston by Tom

Comment: You cannot compare a civil marriage to a church (sacramental) marriage: Apples are apples and oranges are oranges. from Old Orchard Beach by Don

Comment: Wow theres alot of people who wine and cry over everything. Boohoo he ruined every thing oh no its all over now. What did he ruin? how is this going to affect you? Life isn't fair, get over it. from Lewiston by Chase

Comment: Marriage is a legal issue, a contract between two people and the State. Fundamentalists will never learn to mind their own business and keep their religion out of other people's lives. from Lisbon Falls, ME by Obediah

Comment: Maine is just another state to turn from Godly principles. from Freeport by Jason

Comment: the governor knows the majority opposes gay marrage his signing this bill goes against the will of the people in the end we will decide from Bridgton maine by Brett

Comment: I thought marriage was a union between male and female?? by ch

Comment: As we have seen for the last eight years, Governor Baldacci has yet again dealt our state a huge blow. I fear this is the beginning of a slippery slope. There is no courage in bowing to special interest groups. from Aroostook County by Kathleen

Comment: LONG OVERDUE!! from biddeford/maine by mallyssa

Comment: Just because someone makes it a law for same sexes to marry does not make it right! from brunswick by Karen

Comment: We deserve a better governor. from East Vassalboro, ME by Dick

Comment: It's down out wrong from Sanford by Bonnie

Comment: Wait a minute, didn't the people of Maine vote on this before! Didn't they say NO! So, the Governor and our elected officals, just go against the citizens will. This is not the end. from Brunswick by Mike

Comment: He should not have decided for the people of Maine. from Naples, Maine by Judy

Comment: we voted NO. Didnt that mean anything? Shame Gov. shame.... from me by noway

Comment: Marriage is to be as God designed it, between one man and one woman! If I were presented with something to sign to appeal this law, I would sign it in a heartbeat! from Livermore Falls, by Thayne

Comment: The Governer should have never never had signed the bill after all he could not even sign it in a traditional way. He signed the bill behind closed doors. This bill is not right from westbrook Me. by michael

Comment: The purpose of marriage is to unite two families, so the can procreate and raise a family of their own. Since gays can't do that, what is the point? from Maine by Jim

Comment: we should have had a vote and let people decide. myself i know this is wrong and not natural!!!!! from poland, me by paul

Comment: I am a native born Maine'r, working in Portland for many years. It makes me sad to think that the masses still question if EQUAL rights for everyone is the right thing to do. from Roxboro, NC by Diana

Comment: Equality is one of the greatest things this country was formmed for. It's a good thing.. really. If folks are against this, they're against this country. from Maine by Eric

Comment: I believe that he has not listened to the majority of the people and this should go to the people to decide. by Elisabeth

Comment: once again the poeple in Augusta pay no attention to the majority of the voters and pass a law that should have gone to the voters. So what else is new. from ridgton by marty

Comment: Saying this is okay opens the door to allowing multiple wives/husbands. Allowing this opens the door for me or anyone believing the way i do to be thrown in jail for stating that homosexuality is WRONG. God says its wrong. NATURE says its wrong. You weren't BORN gay, you CHOSE to be gay. Its not okay to teach my kid, that its okay to be gay, unless you mean HAPPY. and remember, we dont hate the people, just the sin they are commiting. from westbrook by fred

Comment: I think this is a good thing. It should be equal for everyone. I think everyone that is downing the gays and lesbians its just like discrimination again other races. You don't want discrimination against races but your going to discriminate against others. It's not like its you getting married to another same sex its someone else. It is their life and they should be able to do what they want to do. It shouldn't even be other people's business. from Sanford, Maine by Heather

Comment: I believe he screwed up this state before and now he did it again. I cant believe anyone (staight) that is not gay or doesn't have kids or other family members who are gay would have gone to Augusta to be on tv or open their big mouth, almost everyone knows a gay or lesnian, so what, stay in the closet and lock the door, I am sick of hearing it on the news and newspaper. from buxton by gary

Comment: i think the people should decide, i think we should have more of say in what happens in the state. also i dont think gay people should be able to adopt. i think that will give that child the wrong message. from raymond by chris

Comment: What's happening to our society? from Wiscasset by Tony

Comment: I can't believe anyone who goes to church and believes in God can let this bill go through. from Jay, Maine by Melissa

Comment: It is the law that we are all treated equally. This is a prime example on how we are still not. from South Portland, Me by Jenn

Comment: Bravo! He hit the nail on the head when he said it was a matter of true fairness - civil unions are NOT marriage. from Bangor, Maine by Heather

Comment: to bad there afraid to let maine people decide must be because they know we the Maine people will shoot it down again. from maine by gerard

Comment: no, I dont agree with his decision, it is not right. from east livermore me by darlene

Comment: I believe a man and a women are supposed to be married. That is the way God made it and its time for people to stop changing this. I am strongly against it. This is a very sad day in Maine to see this law passed. from Dixfield, Maine by Johanna

Comment: the governor was aginst it now he has tested the waters & he is for it the country was better off when they were in the closet from gray by john

Comment: God created male and female for a purpose. Nowhere in the animal kingdom does this sort of thing exist. Gov. Baldacci is discrediting what God had made. I feel this country is well on a downhill slide and we are not going to like what we see as a result thereof. from North Berwick by Penelope

Comment: The Governor should be ashamed! from Sebago by Kathy

Comment: It was wrong for him to sign the bill....I hope it goes to the people ,, for a real vote. from Sanford, maine by joe

Comment: Equal rights for all! from Portland, ME by Stephanie

Comment: Why do we even vote??? We have said we don't want this for our state and still these people we put in office do whatever they want not what the people want. I am so sick of hearing how they want equal rights. They already have more damm rights than the rest of us. As far as marriage goes that is between a man and a woman period end of story..... from Lisbon by Tina

Comment: No this is a moral issue for Maine people. It should be on the ballot in November for all to vote on. from friendship by linwood

Comment: You are making a broad assumption that God in fact exists. Some would argue that He doesn't. Organisms for years have been changing or adapting to their environment in order to survive. Take the basic examples of bacteria becoming resistant to antibiotics. It is the bacterias mechanism to adapt in order to survive. The goal of life is to survive and reproduce and will do so in any way it can. An example of evolution. Even if God does exist, organisms adapt to survive. It is a simple genetic mutation. Perhaps those who want same sex marriages is an example of organisms adapting to their surrounding. Just because they are different doesn't mean they are bad. from Winthrop, ME

Comment: Inclusion not Exclusion from Wiscasset by Donna

Comment: No referendum! We shouldn't be voting on civil rights. from Auburn by Kathy

Comment: NOT SPECIAL RIGHTS JUST EQUAL RIGHTS by Betty

Comment: I am so proud of Maine. from Red Wing, MN by Rae

Comment: I deffanetly do not approve of this bill it should of been something that was left up to the people to decide. Hopefully our next govenor will repeal this bill since baldacci has no guts to say NO anything. from China Me by Peter

Comment: I believe that all people should have the same rights. Why should we not want eveyone to be happy in life. from Rumford,Maine by Jeanny

Comment: We should change the "Welcom to Maine" sign to "Welcome To Sodom and Gomorrah". Thank You Gov. Bald for again listening to what the people of Maine are asking for. from Lisbon, ME by Luis

Comment: Now everyone in Maine is free to marry whom they are happy with. from Windham by Carlos

Comment: Where do I sign this petition?? This decision totally disgusts me! from Maine by K

Comment: NO, I DON'T AND GOVENOR BALDACCI CAN COUNT ON ME NOT VOTING FOR HIM. HE HAS RUINED THE INSTIUTION OF MARRIAGE. I AM NOT ANTI GAY BUT THERE ARE JUST SOMETHINGS WE SHOULDNT CHANGE AND THAT IS ONE OF THEM.I WANT THAT REPEAL PETITION TO HIT MY LOCAL AREA BECAUSE I WILL BE SIGNING AND MY SON WHO WILL BE 18 IS ALSO READY TO SIGN IT AS WELL... from LEWISTON by P

Comment: EQUAL RIGHTS FOR ALL! from Portland by Lisa

Comment: Of course...Separation of church and state from Falmouth by Barbara

Comment: This should go to a vote not to be decided by the Governor and his lobbyists! I cry foul! Do we the people have a say in this? by kev

Comment: There is the church and the state and these two distinctive groups are supposed to be separate. The governor did his job and has kept the State of Maine separate from our churches at the same time not enforcing any undue belief on to churches. Great job to our elected officals. from South Portland by Scott

Comment: Its about fairness from Portland, ME by Chris

Comment: it's awsome that there is going to be equal rights for gays and lesbians. The blacks were freed now we are. from brunswick/maine by christina

Comment: no. i dont think that it's right. especially if he has said that marriage is between a woman and a man in the past. i dont think that he supports same sex marriage. i just hope that we can vote this out come november.but dont expect anything good. from lewiston by yours

Comment: Equal rights not religious dogma from New Gloucester, ME by Kenneth

Comment: YES im not gay but i think they should have the same rights as we do. from Richmond Maine by AL

Comment: Its about time. Its kinda funny how Catholics seem to think they're most holy, but they promote fear, hate and more. Teach LOVE, PEACE and RESPECT. from Portland, ME by Shawn

Comment: Cant wait to find the petition to sign! from Sabattus, Maine by Carole

Comment: I just love how Baldacci feels one way one day and another day its different-he is wishy washy by Lori

Comment: The people have already voted against this issue! If the governor is for the people, then why did he go against the peoples vote? from Farmington by Michele

Comment: I don't know why he did it but he was wrong.I beleive that it will cost him re-election.And it should,I would never vote for him again. from Anson by Ken

Comment: It's about time someone put fanatic bible thumpers in their place. The church does not run our lives. Fight it all you want, change is coming. from Auburn, Maine by Shannon

Comment: Read the bible God did not say man and man or woman and woman.I'm not judging anyone but I feel that people should do more reading of the bible. from Portland,ME by Elaine

Comment: Perhaps Mr. Baldacci did not want the same thing to happen here that has happened in California. After all, everyone knows that the gay supporters there had every right to threaten people and ruin the lives of those who voted for Prop.8. I think Mr. Baldacci took the coward's way out. Much easier to agree than to fight. from windham by c

Comment: Before casting my vote, I dcided to read some of your comments. I agree 100% that the voters should have had a say in this one. Sure dosen't look like us conservatives (and there are not many of us left)have enough brain cells to vote on this issue. I am against gay marriage so guess I'm must be a bigot, racist or I probably hate my country. I want my country back. We are losing our rights as human beings. The next thing they will take if they can is our guns. I got a feeling we are going to need to hang on to them. No one is taking mine!!! Our Governor has been looking out for himself and the media has been taking care of Mr. Baldacci quite nicely. Never hear anything bad about him on the news. Guess he's the most perfect politican we have ever had in Maine. I never liked him and liked him less when he put the screws to the Passamaguoddy's on the casino issue. I wonder why it is that there can only be one Casino!! (I'm talking the one in Bangor) Gee maybe someone at the State House might know what's really going on. Don't imagine they would tell us much. Most of em are in the same bed. Tony from Wiscasset asked, What's happening to our society? Tony, I think it's called Liberals who apparenty think they have all the answers and want to run our State and Country the way they want. If we don't fight for our rights as Americans we will lose whats left. God help us all! from Eliot, Me. by Lena

Comment: Baldacci is the biggest excuse for a govenor that this State has ever seen. He has no backbone. Talk about going against the voters wishes. The animal kingdom has more dignity than some of these so-called humans. Two men kissing on the front page of the Portland Press today is totally disgusting and gross and it's no better with two females. Sick animals they are. from Arundel by Disgusted

Comment: Yes! Its ABOUT TIME!!! from K'bunk by Michelle

Comment: However I believed that it should be call something else. Am not sure what other problems this would bring into the state, I have a feeling this its not the end of it. from livermore falls by nena

Comment: It is discusting to think two people of the same sex could involve themselfs with each other. MARRIAGE is sacrate. What a waste of human flesh. from Bowdoin, Me by Stan

Comment: The term "civil union" is adequate without defining such a relationship as "marriage". It redefines the word inappropriately. from Jay by Brenda

Comment: god bless him, he did the right thing, it's none of any ones business who one marry's and loves, good for you john, Im proud to call you my governor! from auburn,maine by terri

Comment: Marriage should not be tampered with. The people should have had a chance to vote. by Anonnymous

Comment: not for us. from bridgton, me by Greg

Comment: I am surprised at all the hatred and gay bashing from some of the supposedly religious people. God tells us not to judge others. I have always thought that gay people should be allowed to marry eachother, otherwise it is discrimination. It does not invalidate my "normal" marriage. Also two consenting adults choosing to live out their lives together is better than people being promiscuous whether they are gay or straight. When God said," Love your neighbor..." I believe he meant accept people for who they are and accept diversity. This law was long overdue. from Waterville by Heidi

Comment: I do not approve of this. I believe in GODs law, marriage is between one man and one woman. from Chelsea by Pam

Comment: Marriage is between One Man and One woman. Its ok to have a civil union between gay or lesbian couples. The bible doesnt say that its ok for them to be married. The problem is now theres going to be another issue of them wanting to be married in churches. Gay or lesbian couples can not expect someone to change their beliefs just because they say so. To force something upon someone isnt right and shouldnt be allowed whether your gay, lesbain, or straight. from Lewiston by Liz

Comment: I am a seventeen year old lesbian christian. YES IM A CHRISTIAN. Many of the people answering this poll dare to tell me who I am and who I am not. Only god will judge me. Who is he going to look down upon, me for loving? or YOU for your hate? All I can say, is the offensive responses towards the GLBT community ive seen here have not only brought tears to my eyes but also greatly offend me. For instance, one person referring to gay marriage being as if he married his dog. We are humans too. My girlfriend means as much to me, as your significant othersdo. I am appauled at the hateful reactions. I can promise this much, If you all want to gain signatures for your petition to bring this to a vote in november; WE WILL RALLY BACK JUST AS HARD. WE WILL LOVE OUR WAY THROUGH THIS RATHER THAN HATE, AND WE WILL PREVAIL. BECAUSE SEPERATION OF CHURCH, EQUALITY, THAT SEEMS TO BE UNMEANINGFUL TO PEOPLE NOW. SO IT HAS BECOME OUR PERSONAL BATTLES. from Windham by Jenna

Comment: I find this completely upsetting that half of you can sit here and say this is disgusting and sick, etc. I'm a lesbian, and there is nothing wrong with 2 girls or 2 men getting married. We want to be happy just like you straight people. To sit here and tell us we're going to hell etc is to me disgusting that you could even think that way. What have we ever done to you? Nothing. Did you ever think we didn't like the idea of a man and woman getting married? Most of us don't like it, but we back of from your lives and try to live and be happy in our own. The fact that you're trying to take this way from us is terrible and selfish. Live your own life, and back off ours. Maybe we will rot in hell, but I sure hope all you selfish ignorant people do too. You are all sad. It really upsets me. Let us be happy, and live our lives like you want to. And as for "The Gays always getting their way", that is a bunch of bull. We have been fighting and fighting for us to get some equality in the state we live in, and we finally got it yet I doubt it will last long because selfish people like most of you are taking it away. from Naples, Maine by pride in maine

Comment: The Maine people should have the right to vote on this issue. from So. China, Me. by Patricia

Comment: Hell in a hand basket!!! from monmouth by judy

Comment: The people will vote again, and this will again be defeated. from Bath by Leo

Comment: This development will bring a curse on the State of Maine. And that is something we dont need. from Westbrook, ME by Sharon

Comment: Thank you Governor Baldacci for your brave decision to end the hatred and bring equal rights to all! from Eliot, ME by Wendy

Comment: I whole heatedly approve of Gov. Baldacci signing the bill. "Love thy Neighbour" is still one of the 10 commandments isn't it? from N.Waterboro by Joe

Comment: Live and let live. It is high time that people mind their own business. The only people that are affected by this are the people directly involved. from Casco, Maine by Elizabeth

Comment: Marriage is between a man and a woman and god. I have no problem with Civil Unions between gays, (or heterosexuals for that matter) and giving them the same rights as marriage would. from Topsham by Mike

Comment: I don't support the Governor or the Legislature on this matter they all need to be voted out of office. It is a slap in the face to the true meaning of Marriage from lewiston by Earl

Comment: is just not right from falmouth maine by rich

Comment: Shame on him, The people voted it down. Does it really matter what the people want? Are we living in a dictatorship? Let two women or two men go into a room and make a baby!!!!! I don't think that is going to happen... That is what life is all about. That is why GOD created one man for one woman.. by Catherine

Comment: Who is to say who can love who. Weather you are a man or a woman love is love.... No one should be able to tell you who you can marry... from Gray,Maine by Naomi

Comment: I have no problem with unions that give rights to gay couples, but to call it marriage is ridiculous. Marriage is for one man and one woman. from Auburn, me by Wesley

Comment: I believe in equal rights for all people regardless of gender. Regarding marriage it is a matter of interpretation. I personally believe it is not solely for pro-creation. That is only ONE interpretation. from Waterford, Maine by Norman

Comment: Marriage is for a male with a penis and a female with a vagina. A Civil Union is for a male with a penis and another male with an anus, mouth or a hand or vice-versa. I'll leave it to you..... regarding a female and another female. from Cape Elizabeth, Maine by Joe

Comment: I disagree strongly with this. Marriage is a license given to people who meet societal standards. We don't allow siblings to marry. Anyone is free to form civil unions or other partnerships. This legalizes sodomy, a proven unhealthy act. Laws are supposed to promote the common good. from Mt. Vernon by Marie

Comment: No I dont its all about money now maine needs money so the governor passed it so maine could get more income we need a new governor. from Westbrook/ME by Frank

Comment: Equality for all.......... from Ogunquit, Me by Bruce

Comment: God made Adam and Eve not Adam and Steve. It just ain't right. from Winslow, Maine by James & Connie

Comment: It's totally not acceptable. a man and a woman are supposed to be together. Thats not how God intended it. from South Portland by Dave

Comment: I applaud the Governor for doing the right thing! from OOB Maine by Judy

Comment: I have been married for 42 years and the fact that gays can now get married will not endanger my marriage.; from Monmouth/ME by David

Comment: Maine voted down similar legislation in November. This should have gone to the public to vote. from Biddeford, ME by Wayne

Comment: I am so proud to live in Maine right now! Go Governor Baldacci! from Windham by Kelly

Comment: It's about time! Of course, the downside is that we will have to put up with months of Michael Heath, Bishop Malone, et. al predicting the end of society as we know it. from Fryeburg,ME by John

Comment: of course i do,i just love these people that oppose this bill,what if their daughter or son came home to advise them they to were gay,would they love them any less,i would hope not. from saco me. by dave

Comment: The same rights for all!! from Litchfield by Kathy

Comment: The Roman Catholic Church should solve their own problems before they try to solve civil rights to marry whomever you wish. from Bridgton, ME by Richard

Comment: Absolutely not! The referendum has gone to the voters twice in the last 4-5 years and it has been voted down both times by the residents of Maine. Who does he think he is??? King of Maine or Govenor of Maine, the people have already voiced their view. Gov. Baldacci should be impeached. from Saco, Maine by Colleen

Comment: I do not agree with Gov. Baldaccis decision.We have civil unions and that should be enough , or to to mass or vermont to get married.Im not against gays but I dont feel we need to change out laws for them.Goverment should stay out of religion. from Oxford , Me. by Lindsay

Comment: It is about Equality for gay and lesbian citizens of Maine! and the United States of America.Thank you Governor Baldacci for putting your personal views aside and doing what is right and just! from Mechanic Falls by DEBBIE

Comment: The people of Maine have said no before and the legislature was wrong to pass this. from Casco by Paula

Comment: It's about time Maine becomes equal for all of its people. It isn't right to have some be allowed to have and others to not have. YOU GO GOVERNOR BALDACCI !!!! Phil from Lisbon, ME by Phil

Comment: What's the big deal! Man & women, or same sex it's all the same. I think it's about time maine grows up. from South Portland, Maine by Donna

Comment: Marriage is a construct of civil law, granting property, tax and inheritance rights. It should be available to all citizens. from Portland, ME by Ian

Comment: It is not ethical .I voted for Baldacci because I thought he was the man for the job of governor,but i can see i was wrong .He belongs on Hollywood Boulevard. L,A, from Peru,Maine by Tag

Comment: hes a hypocrite, he calls himself a catholic. He should read romans and 1 corinthians.Maybe it will refresh his memory. from Westbrook , Maine by Frank

Comment: Absolutely, life is short and one should be able to live it the way they choose. I am married and feel anyone should be in any relationship they choose to be in. from Augusta by Melissa

Comment: i belive that gay men and woman should have the same right as straight men and woman from biddeford maine by melody

Comment: All people in the USA should be treated equally. Finally another State joins in. Thank you Governor Baldacci. from Lisbon Falls, ME by Rosemarie

Comment: I believe same sex marriage, and homosexually for that matter is wrong. I also believe that it is wrong for the state government to push this down our throats when everytime this has come to a vote it has been defeated. When it comes to vote again, I will be voting for repeal of this "law". from Bath, Maine by Thomas

Comment: "Proud to be from Maine" is gone... from Windsor, Maine by Ray

Comment: As a Catholic, I think the leadership of the Catholic Church are hypocrites. Ok to be a pedophile, but gay marriage is a no-no. from Waterville by A

Comment: I do not see this as a religious issue, rather a civil issue. I see no reason to prevent 2 mutually committed adults to legally wed. from Portland, ME by Dave

Comment: Regardless of race, gender or sexual orientation, we are all human and should have common-law rules apply to each and every individual equally. from Lebanon by Dean

Comment: I think it's okay,because every-one should have equal rights no matter who they love.(I'm not gay myself.) from Portland ME. by Aurea

Comment: It was a sad day for Maine. Let's hope the people's veto will bring sanity back to this once great state. from Cornish, Maine by Donald

Comment: Maine knows what's right...come on people don't let these people belittle our rights! from The best one ever! by Pissed

Comment: i believe all gay men and women should have the same rights as everyone else and that includes the right to get married. from biddeford maine 04005 by dawn

Comment: Using the rationale of "committed relationships" as the definition of Marriage is wrong and should be of concern to all citizens because that rationale can become a commitment of two, three, four,... I am disappointed in our Governor for his lack of insight into both civil and bibical ramifications for same sex marriage. "even mother nature knows that the propogation of the species requires one male and one female"....no matter how emotionally committed one is to another. from Auburn/ME by Ruth

Comment: This is another example of the vocal minority getting heard and the silent majority not taking an active part in the decision making process. Personally I was busy at work and could not justify my going to Augusta to make my voice heard. from Lewiston by Denis

Comment: The are People just like everyone else, even though I'd Rather call it a civil union, but that is just me. Good for them for finally getting through from Berwick by Joseph

Comment: YES, YES, YES.... Its about time that others stopped thinking about themselves.I am female married to a man, and do not feel it is my business nor any one else's to decide if, and what, others are to do in their personal lives. For those who do not agree.. get over it. Would you like it if someone ruled your life....Told you what you could buy for a house, car.... how many children you could have.... where you can eat out for dinner.. No you would not. STOP sticking your nose in others personal lives. from Bethel by Brenda

Comment: Yes! When did the public ever vote for equal rights? Just think of Race? Women's rights? Voting rights? It takes a few just and thoughtful people to convince the masses to do the right thing in this world! Maine is a wonderful state where we (my partner and I), thought people would live and let live. from Cushing, ME by David

Comment: I think that people have every right to love and marry who ever they want I am gay and I am married to the love of my life my best friend my wife but i want the right to say i am married in the state I love and the state i live from biddeford by Shirley

Comment: I can't understand how anyone could be a catholic and support an ungodly act. I know we suppose to seperate state from church Not church from state from Peru by Bernie

Comment: it was the right thing Thank you from HARPSWELL.MAINE by CATHY

Comment: He opposed it and he should have had the courage to veto it. Too many people in Maine are against this and it should go to the voters directly. from Litchfield by Cathy

Comment: He did the only thing he could do. He can't legislate morals and he couldn't allow his religious belief to determine which law he would sign. If he, or any politician allow that, then we would be no different than any other nation who's law's are controlled by religion. We are suppose to be a democracy. from Sabattus, Maine by Nancy

Comment: Let's end the hypocracy. For years same sex couples have been allowed to foster and adopt Maine children and build families. They deserve the right to marry and to be recognized and respected. from W Gardiner by Kelly

Comment: This is just another way that that politicians mess up our costitution. I believe it is about time we get rid of all of them and get all new and civic minded men and women into positions that can support how this country was founded. The bible says marriage is between a man and a woman. I just can't believe anyone thinks they are smarter then our creator. I pity tnem at the day of judgement. from Brunswick, ME by Clarence

Comment: I beleive that homosexuality is a mental illness. What these people need is treatment. To pander to them like this is not healthy for the indivivdual with this illness or the community they live in. from Auburn, ME by Armand

Comment: It seems like the state government and Boldachi constantly go against the people. I am so upset about this. I am very disappointed and hope the people can vote and turn this down again. from Maine by Paul

Comment: I believe the Governor took the cowards way out. Instead of standing up up for what he said he believes he went with what he thinks is most popular at the time. In a typical democrate move. He is hoping the law goes to the voters so he can say in either outcome that the voters decided and it was out of his hands. from Gray, ME by Bob

Comment: I am deeply disappointed in the Governor's decision! I feel that Maine is a beautiful lamb that has been cast into the fire with a herd of goats! from Edgecomb, Maine by Tammy

Comment: I know that all the people that are against gay marriage are probably already married to a husband or a wife. And plus you're probably in love with that person. So why can't we be in love like you? God never put anything in the bible about gays. But he did put a lot of word about love. Everyone is looking at this at a political point of view, but why can't everyone just look at it as just real life. People fall in love, even if it's two men or two woman loving each other, all that matter's is that their in love. So please just tell me, what's the big deal? from Boothbay Harbor, ME by Regina

Comment: I have nothing against gays and do not want them to suffer discrimination in employment, etc. I am not very religious either. But marriage should remain between one man and one woman, otherwise it loses all meaning. from Litchfield, ME by A.

Comment: Thank you Governor Baldacci - it is about time someone is smart enough and brave enough to do the right thing. from standish, me by donna

Comment: People need to understand the difference between civil marriage and religious marriage. Congrats to the Governor for keeping that seperation. from Portland, ME by Tim

Comment: Heck NO! He is just approving abnormal behavior-Why does it have to be shoved in our face and children`s too? from freeport,me by marla

Comment: Get over it! Equality means egual. from yarmouth by Irene

Comment: no one wants to see too guys kiss and hug and hold hands around in public..... from lewiston,maine by jake

Comment: i think its wonderful that the same sex can get married...i think if someone is happy then they are happy nothing should get in the way of that. It's a good decision he made now everyone can be equal all the way to the top. from Lewiston ME by Bree

Comment: I can perhaps tolerate same sex unions, but they must not be equated to marriage. These people are at best genetic mistakes, and their existance should not be facilitated. from Bristol, ME by Bobby

Comment: I think he forgot to ask us - you know, the citizens!! from Sanford by Paul