The Washington Post released more of its poll data today, this time on the so-called Marriage Amendment. The data shows that 53% of voters support the amendment with 43% opposed. But:
When respondents were read the arguments on both sides of the question, enough voters showed a willingness to reconsider that the gap narrowed to a virtual tie — 48 percent said they supported the measure and 47 percent opposed it, within the poll’s margin of error of three percentage points.
The actual poll question:
13. (Supporters say the measure would mean that same-sex marriages would never be approved or recognized in the Commonwealth of Virginia.) (Opponents say the proposed language is too broad, and would endanger contracts made between unmarried heterosexual couples.)
With these arguments in mind, if the election were held today, would you vote yes or no on Amendment One?
Yes No No opinion 10/12/06 LV 48 47 5
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