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Virginia voters are called to
make a critical decision in November on the proposed constitutional amendment to prohibit same-sex marriage and other legal contracts between same-sex couples. The amendment is excessive for two reasons: same-sex marriage is already prohibited by Virginia law; and other legal contracts, like medical power of attorney and property settlements, are also already provided for in existing state law.
Because state law already prohibits same-sex marriage, the amendment does nothing hut wreak havoc in Virginia contract law, harassing all citi
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