March 2016: Georgia Governor Vetoes Anti-Gay Bill

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Georgia Governor Vetoes Anti-Gay Bill
georgia governor nathan deal speaks at press conference
Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal speaks during a press conference to announce he has vetoed legislation allowing clergy to refuse performing gay marriage and protecting people who refuse to attend the ceremonies Monday, March 28, 2016, in Atlanta. The Republican rejected the bill on Monday, saying, "I do not think that we have to discriminate against anyone to protect the faith-based community in Georgia."
Photo source: AP Photo/David Goldman
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