[lbo-talk] Poll: Canadians and Same Sex Union

[Kevin Robert Dean]

A survey last fall of 1,200 [Canadian] people showed 48 per
cent supported same-sex marriage, while 43 per cent were
against. The survey showed more support for the concept
among younger people. 

"It's very much a generational thing," said Marzolini. "If
you're 55 and over, the chances of you supporting it are
not all that strong." 

Over age 65, support for gay marriage dropped to 28 per
cent, with 60 per cent opposed. 

As the population ages, Marzolini said, "the numbers will
get stronger and stronger in favour of same-sex marriage.
But it's currently very controversial -- and you have
within the general population a great split." 
Full:
http://www.canoe.com/NewsStand/LondonFreePress/News/2003/05/19/90596.html
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