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FILE - In this June 17, 2008 file photo, Amber Weiss and Sharon Papo, both of Berkeley, Calif., hold hands during their wedding ceremony at City Hall in San Francisco. What public schools will be required to teach about same-sex marriage has emerged as the central issue in the campaigns...
FILE - In this June 17, 2008 file photo, Amber Weiss and Sharon Papo, both of Berkeley, Calif., hold hands during their wedding ceremony at City Hall in San Francisco. What public schools will be required...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Nov. 3, 2009 file photo, Frank Schubert, campaign director for Stand for Marriage Maine, talks to supporters of Yes on 1, in Portland, Maine. What public schools will be required to teach about same-sex marriage has emerged as the central issue in the campaigns against same-sex...
FILE - In this Nov. 3, 2009 file photo, Frank Schubert, campaign director for Stand for Marriage Maine, talks to supporters of Yes on 1, in Portland, Maine. What public schools will be required to teach...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Oct. 20, 2008 file photo, Rosana Mendoza, 14, left, gets a hug from her sister Bianca, 4, before a rally in support of Proposition 8 to ban same sex marriage in Sacramento, Calif. What public schools will be required to teach about same-sex marriage has emerged...
FILE - In this Oct. 20, 2008 file photo, Rosana Mendoza, 14, left, gets a hug from her sister Bianca, 4, before a rally in support of Proposition 8 to ban same sex marriage in Sacramento, Calif. What...   (Associated Press)
FILE- In this Oct. 22, 2009 file photo, a bud of legally grown marijuana is held by a cancer patient, in Portland, Maine. On Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, voters approved a referendum making Maine the fifth state to allow retail pot dispensaries. Medical marijuana patients will be permitted to legally...
FILE- In this Oct. 22, 2009 file photo, a bud of legally grown marijuana is held by a cancer patient, in Portland, Maine. On Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, voters approved a referendum making Maine the fifth...   (Associated Press)
Mary Bonauto of Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders, center, addresses supporters of same-sex marriage on the steps of City Hall, in Portland, Maine, on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, a day after voters rejected the gay marriage law. (AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach)
Mary Bonauto of Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders, center, addresses supporters of same-sex marriage on the steps of City Hall, in Portland, Maine, on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, a day after voters rejected...   (Associated Press)
Supporters of same-sex marriage meet on the steps of City Hall, in Portland, Maine, on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, a day after voters rejected the gay marriage law that was passed last May. (AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach)
Supporters of same-sex marriage meet on the steps of City Hall, in Portland, Maine, on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, a day after voters rejected the gay marriage law that was passed last May. (AP Photo/Pat...   (Associated Press)
Kt Crossman joins same-sex marriage supporters for a rally on the steps of City Hall, in Portland, Maine, on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, a day after voters rejected the gay marriage law. (AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach)
Kt Crossman joins same-sex marriage supporters for a rally on the steps of City Hall, in Portland, Maine, on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, a day after voters rejected the gay marriage law. (AP Photo/Pat...   (Associated Press)
Two people argue their differences regarding same-sex marriage in front of City Hall, in Portland, Maine, on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, a day after voters rejected the gay marriage law. (AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach)
Two people argue their differences regarding same-sex marriage in front of City Hall, in Portland, Maine, on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, a day after voters rejected the gay marriage law. (AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach)   (Associated Press)
Jesse Connolly gives a grim yet unofficial announcement regarding the defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage.(AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach)
Jesse Connolly gives a grim yet unofficial announcement regarding the defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided...   (Associated Press)
Friends console one another after learning about the unofficial defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided decide to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage.(AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach)
Friends console one another after learning about the unofficial defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided decide...   (Associated Press)
Friends console one another after learning about the unofficial defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided decide to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage.(AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach)
Friends console one another after learning about the unofficial defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided decide...   (Associated Press)
Friends console one another after learning about the unofficial defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage.(AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach)
Friends console one another after learning about the unofficial defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided to...   (Associated Press)
Partners Lisa Brackbill, left, and Lisa Pugh, right, both from Buckfield, Maine console one another along with Darlene Huntress, center, of Portland, after learning about the unofficial defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided decide to rescind...
Partners Lisa Brackbill, left, and Lisa Pugh, right, both from Buckfield, Maine console one another along with Darlene Huntress, center, of Portland, after learning about the unofficial defeat on Question...   (Associated Press)
Friends console one another after learning about the unofficial defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided decide to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage.(AP Photo/Pat Wellenbach)
Friends console one another after learning about the unofficial defeat on Question 1 at election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, 2009. Maine voters decided decide...   (Associated Press)
Frank Schubert, campaign director for Stand for Marriage Maine, claims victory for Yes on 1, Tuesday evening, Nov. 3, 2009, in Portland, Maine. Question 1 was the proposal to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage(AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
Frank Schubert, campaign director for Stand for Marriage Maine, claims victory for Yes on 1, Tuesday evening, Nov. 3, 2009, in Portland, Maine. Question 1 was the proposal to rescind the Legislature's...   (Associated Press)
Partners Meredith Morgan, left and Susan Thomas, both from Portland, Maine, watch returns at the Question 1 election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009. The referendum proposal asked voters to decide whether to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage. The law was passed by the...
Partners Meredith Morgan, left and Susan Thomas, both from Portland, Maine, watch returns at the Question 1 election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009. The referendum proposal...   (Associated Press)
Supporters Angie Helton, of S. Portland, Maine, and Meredith Alex, cheer while watching returns at the Question 1 election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009. The referendum proposal asked voters to decide whether to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage. The law was passed by...
Supporters Angie Helton, of S. Portland, Maine, and Meredith Alex, cheer while watching returns at the Question 1 election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009. The referendum...   (Associated Press)
Volunteers cheer while on stage while watching returns at the Question 1 election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009. The referendum proposal asked voters to decide whether to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage. The law was passed by the Legislature and signed by Democratic...
Volunteers cheer while on stage while watching returns at the Question 1 election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009. The referendum proposal asked voters to decide whether...   (Associated Press)
Partners Meredith Morgan, left and Susan Thomas, both from Portland, show off their matching engagement rings while watching returns at the Question 1 election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009. The referendum proposal asked voters to decide whether to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage....
Partners Meredith Morgan, left and Susan Thomas, both from Portland, show off their matching engagement rings while watching returns at the Question 1 election night headquarters in Portland, Maine, on...   (Associated Press)
Faye Gagnon, left, Douglas King, center, and Kym Souchet, supporters of Stand for Marriage Maine, cheer as results are announced in the tight race on Question 1, Tuesday evening, Nov. 3, 2009, in Portland, Maine. Voters will decide Question 1, the proposal to rescind the Legislature's approval of same-sex marriage....
Faye Gagnon, left, Douglas King, center, and Kym Souchet, supporters of Stand for Marriage Maine, cheer as results are announced in the tight race on Question 1, Tuesday evening, Nov. 3, 2009, in Portland,...   (Associated Press)
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Navy Lt. Commander John Mentzer, of Kittery, Maine, runs alone during the second half of the 34th Annual Marine Corps Marathon, going on to win the marathon in 2 hours, 21 minutes and 47 seconds, on Sunday Oct. 25, 2009. The marathon runs from Arlington, Va., into Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn...
Navy Lt. Commander John Mentzer, of Kittery, Maine, runs alone during the second half of the 34th Annual Marine Corps Marathon, going on to win the marathon in 2 hours, 21 minutes and 47 seconds, on Sunday...   (Associated Press)
Navy Lt. Commander John Mentzer, of Kittery, Maine, bottom left, runs alone by the U.S. Capitol during the 34th Annual Marine Corps Marathon, going on to win the marathon in 2 hours, 21 minutes and 47 seconds, on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009. The marathon runs from Arlington, Va., into...
Navy Lt. Commander John Mentzer, of Kittery, Maine, bottom left, runs alone by the U.S. Capitol during the 34th Annual Marine Corps Marathon, going on to win the marathon in 2 hours, 21 minutes and 47...   (Associated Press)
Navy Lt. Commander John Mentzer, of Kittery, Maine, runs alone by the Lincoln Memorial in the 34th Annual Marine Corps Marathon, going on to win the marathon in 2 hours, 21 minutes and 47 seconds, on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009. The marathon runs from Arlington, Va., into Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn...
Navy Lt. Commander John Mentzer, of Kittery, Maine, runs alone by the Lincoln Memorial in the 34th Annual Marine Corps Marathon, going on to win the marathon in 2 hours, 21 minutes and 47 seconds, on...   (Associated Press)
Delaware running back Leon Jackson (22) evades Maine defensive back Jordan Stevens (9) in the second half of an NCAA football game in Orono, Maine, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009. (AP Photo/Michael C. York)
Delaware running back Leon Jackson (22) evades Maine defensive back Jordan Stevens (9) in the second half of an NCAA football game in Orono, Maine, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009. (AP Photo/Michael C. York)   (Associated Press)
Delaware running back David Hayes (28) slips the grasp of Maine linebacker Donte Dennis (10) and runs for a touchdown in the second half of an NCAA college football game in the rain in Orono, Maine, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009. (AP Photo/Michael C. York)
Delaware running back David Hayes (28) slips the grasp of Maine linebacker Donte Dennis (10) and runs for a touchdown in the second half of an NCAA college football game in the rain in Orono, Maine, Saturday,...   (Associated Press)
Delaware players celebrate in the end zone with wide receiver Mark Duncan (21) after he scored a touchdown in the first quarter of their NCAA college football game against Maine, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, in Orono, Maine. (AP Photo/Michael C. York)
Delaware players celebrate in the end zone with wide receiver Mark Duncan (21) after he scored a touchdown in the first quarter of their NCAA college football game against Maine, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009,...   (Associated Press)
Delaware players celebrate in the end zone with wide receiver Mark Duncan (21) after he scored a touchdown in the first quarter of their NCAA college football game against Maine, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, in Orono, Maine. (AP Photo/Michael C. York)
Delaware players celebrate in the end zone with wide receiver Mark Duncan (21) after he scored a touchdown in the first quarter of their NCAA college football game against Maine, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009,...   (Associated Press)
Maine's quarterback Warren Smith (13) scans the field for a potential pass while Delaware players close in during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, in Orono, Maine. (AP Photo/Michael C. York)
Maine's quarterback Warren Smith (13) scans the field for a potential pass while Delaware players close in during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, in Orono,...   (Associated Press)
Maine linebacker David Higgins, right, struggles to break from the grasp of Delaware's Paul Worrilow (58) in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, in Orono, Maine. (AP Photo/Michael C. York)
Maine linebacker David Higgins, right, struggles to break from the grasp of Delaware's Paul Worrilow (58) in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, in Orono, Maine....   (Associated Press)
New York Mets pitcher John Maine works in the first inning of the baseball game against the Houston Astros at Citi Field in New York, Friday, Oct. 2, 2009. (AP Photo/Paul J. Bereswill)
New York Mets pitcher John Maine works in the first inning of the baseball game against the Houston Astros at Citi Field in New York, Friday, Oct. 2, 2009. (AP Photo/Paul J. Bereswill)   (Associated Press)
Syracuse running back Delone Carter (3) follows his blocking for yardage against Maine during the third quarter in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. Carter scored four touchdowns to help Syracuse win 41-24. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)
Syracuse running back Delone Carter (3) follows his blocking for yardage against Maine during the third quarter in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. Carter scored...   (Associated Press)
Maine head coach Jack Cosgrove, center, looks on with concern as medical personnel tend to Trevor Coston during the fourth quarter against Syracuse in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. Coston was taken off the field by ambulance. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)
Maine head coach Jack Cosgrove, center, looks on with concern as medical personnel tend to Trevor Coston during the fourth quarter against Syracuse in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y.,...   (Associated Press)
Syracuse quarterback Greg Paulus, left, congratulates running back Delone Carter after Carter scored against Maine during the fourth quarter in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. Syracuse won 41-24. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)
Syracuse quarterback Greg Paulus, left, congratulates running back Delone Carter after Carter scored against Maine during the fourth quarter in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday,...   (Associated Press)
Syracuse head coach Doug Marrone talks to defensive tackle Anthony Perkins after a play during the fourth quarter against Maine in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. Syracuse won 41-24. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)
Syracuse head coach Doug Marrone talks to defensive tackle Anthony Perkins after a play during the fourth quarter against Maine in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26,...   (Associated Press)
Maine head coach Jack Cosgrove, right, has to be held back by offensive coordinator Kevin Bourgoin after reacting to an official's call in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Syracuse in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)
Maine head coach Jack Cosgrove, right, has to be held back by offensive coordinator Kevin Bourgoin after reacting to an official's call in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Syracuse...   (Associated Press)
Maine's Landis Williams, right, catches a pass over Syracuse's Kevyn Scott for a touchdown during the second quarter in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)
Maine's Landis Williams, right, catches a pass over Syracuse's Kevyn Scott for a touchdown during the second quarter in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Kevin...   (Associated Press)
Syracuse quarterback Greg Paulus (2) throws to receiver Donte Davis during the second quarter against Maine in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)
Syracuse quarterback Greg Paulus (2) throws to receiver Donte Davis during the second quarter against Maine in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Kevin...   (Associated Press)
Maine quarterback Warren Smith is tackled from behind by Syracuse's Max Suter (24) during the first quarter in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)
Maine quarterback Warren Smith is tackled from behind by Syracuse's Max Suter (24) during the first quarter in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Kevin...   (Associated Press)
New York Mets starting pitcher John Maine, center, hands the ball to manager Jerry Manuel, right, after being relieved in the fifth inning against the Florida Marlins during a baseball game at Land Shark Stadium in Miami Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. At left is third baseman David Wright. (AP Photo/Lynne...
New York Mets starting pitcher John Maine, center, hands the ball to manager Jerry Manuel, right, after being relieved in the fifth inning against the Florida Marlins during a baseball game at Land Shark...   (Associated Press)
Florida Marlins center fielder Cody Ross reacts after being hit by a pitch on a throw by New York Mets starting pitcher John Maine in the fourth inning during a baseball game at Land Shark Stadium in Miami Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Florida Marlins center fielder Cody Ross reacts after being hit by a pitch on a throw by New York Mets starting pitcher John Maine in the fourth inning during a baseball game at Land Shark Stadium in...   (Associated Press)
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