Connecticut . Quinn , who spent time in Albany this past week meeting with undecided senators , is cautiously optimistic . Senate passed bill allowing same-sex marriages ; Obama state Senate pass it ? Christine Quinn , openly gay politician , optimistic ; says opponents fear the unknown . Senate lobbying hard against it , head thinks it wo n't pass . Proponents hope President willl will change mind , support issue .
Connecticut . Senate passed bill allowing same-sex marriages ; Obama state Senate pass it ? Christine Quinn , openly gay politician , optimistic ; says opponents fear the unknown . Senate lobbying hard against it , head thinks it wo n't pass . Proponents hope President willl will change mind , support issue .