Many times before I have talked about how democracy and freedom are incompatible. I have also talked about why marriage should be privatised. There is no reason why two (or more) consenting adults should need to get the permission of the state (or the general population) to enter into a contract.
PORTLAND, Maine — Maine voters dealt a severe blow to the gay rights movement by repealing a state law that would have allowed same-sex couples to marry.
The vote was close but nonetheless a huge defeat for gay activists in a corner of the country considered most sympathetic to their cause.
Voter turnout was high and the money came pouring in from across the country: conservatives who opposed the law brought in $2.5 million and supporters drew $4 million.
