On The Line: Gay/Straight in Alabama

| June 26, 2009 

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It’s been a whirlwind spring for advocates of same sex marriage. Four states — Iowa, Vermont, Maine and New Hampshire — recognized such marriages. That flurry of activity is drawing attention to the concerns of gays and lesbians. But that conversation seems largely absent in Alabama.

This Friday, June 26, 2009, WBHM wants to hear your thoughts on the topic during our special call in program, On The Line: Gay/Straight in Alabama. The show will air live from 12PM – 1PM.

 

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