http://www.cnn.com/2014/10/08/politics/nevada-state-senator-gay-marriage-proposal/index.html
After the ban on same-sex marriage in Nevada was overturned, the senator of the state, Kelvin Atkinson, held a press conference to discuss the changes that would occur. Everyone was stunned when Atkinson suddenly proposed to his partner, Sherwood Howard, during the press conference. Fortunately, Howard said yes. Atkinson says his family, especially his 18-year-old daughter, are all very supportive of the engagement. It's possible they may be the first couple married in Nevada.
I am very happy for both Atkinson and Howard. I'm also excited for all the other couples in Nevada and Idaho who will now be able to marry. The article also discusses the rapidly growing number of states allowing same-sex marriage. I have several family friends and relatives who are gay or bisexual, and I know that they are estatic about the incredible progress of the movement. I can only imagine how Atkinson felt when he overturned the ban knowing that he could now get married.
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