Researchers at Elon University have released findings from a poll indicating that more residents of North Carolina believe that gay couples should have the same domestic rights as their straight counterparts. In fact, more than one-half said they support legal recognition of same-sex couples, while only 35% of respondents opposed any legal recognition for same-sex partners, down from 44% just two years ago.
"That's a substantial move," said Elon Poll Director Hunter Bacot. "We're seeing people becoming more comfortable with the issue." 28% of the respondents support full marriage rights, whereas 29% support civil unions or partnerships for gays, but not full civil rights.
Although a greater portion of the general public may be amenable to increased gay rights, a group of about two dozen Republican state senators have proposed a constitutional amendment to ban gay unions. This is a significant move because Republicans control both houses for the first time in more than a century, and similar measures have previously failed.
If you're in a same-sex relationship and considering ending it and need to know the legal ramifications, an attorney with the Mecklenburg County Law Office of David P. Sheehan can help you. Call our office today at (704) 332-5858 for assistance.
