German Lawmakers Approve Gay Marriage, Even as Merkel Votes No, Saying It’s Between Man and Woman

Towleroad June 30, 2017 Leave a Comment

Berlin (dpa) – Gay marriage is set to become the law of the land in Germany after lawmakers voted in favour of legalization Friday, capping a hectic week that started with the item barely on the political agenda. Of 623 votes cast, 393 people voted in favour of the move, while 226 voted against. There were…

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