Cuomo calls for marriage equality nationwide

Cuomo calls for marriage equality nationwide
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo this week called for all states to allow gays and lesbians to marry, the repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act and the passage of a federal law to protect LGBT workers from employment discrimination. Cuomo, speaking at a fundraising event for the Empire State Pride Agenda, was introduced by N.Y. City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, who said Cuomo's election had "made all the difference in the world." The New York Times (tiered subscription model) (10/27)