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Changing Minds: Behind the Rise in Support for Gay Marriage

Explore responses from the 14% of all Americans who say they have changed their minds on the issue in favor of gay marriage.

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Changing Minds: Behind the Rise in Support for Gay Marriage

Explore responses from the 14% of all Americans who say they have changed their minds on the issue in favor of gay marriage.