Pennsylvania GOP Senate candidate Oz backs same-sex marriage bill

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Mehmet Oz would support legislation to enshrine federal protections for same-sex marriage if elected. The Respect for Marriage Act (RFMA) passed the House last week with a 267-157 vote, with 47 Republicans voting with their Democratic colleagues in favor. Oz is up against Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, whose lead in recent polling has been a bright spot for Democrats.

Published 4 months ago · Harrisburg, United States Photography The Hill

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Pennsylvania GOP Senate candidate Oz backs same-sex marriage bill

(The Hill) — Pennsylvania GOP Senate nominee Mehmet Oz would support legislation to enshrine federal protections for same-sex marriage if elected, his campaign told The Hill on Tues…

4 months ago·Washington, United States

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Pa. Senate Candidate Mehmet Oz Indicates He’d Vote Yes On Same-sex Marriage Bill - Towleroad Gay News

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Mehmet Oz indicates he’d vote yes on same-sex marriage bill

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4 months ago·Harrisburg, United States

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Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Pa. Senate candidate Mehmet Oz indicates he’d vote yes on same-sex marriage bill

Republican Senate candidate Mehmet Oz said Tuesday he supports the right to same-sex marriage, making the statement as the Senate considers a vote that could codify that right into law. Several GOP lawmakers have stated support for “The Respect for Marriage Act” would codify at the federal level same-sex marriage

4 months ago·Pittsburgh, United States

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The Tribune-Democrat

Congressman attends gay son's wedding after 'no' vote on same-sex marriage bill

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4 months ago·Johnstown, United States

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