Democrats Leery of D.C. Vote to Recognize Gay Marriages -- Controversial Action May Go to Congress

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WASHINGTON - The city council in the nation's capital voted Tuesday to recognize same-sex marriages from states that approve them, a step that could propel the emotional issue into Congress and draw Democrats into a culture-wars battle.

President Barack Obama and Democratic leaders responded to the 12- 1 vote by the District of Columbia Council with near-silence - hoping to avoid aggravating Democratic factions already at odds over that issue and more.

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Democrats Leery of D.C. Vote to Recognize Gay Marriages -- Controversial Action May Go to Congress

Republicans, usually willing to exploit differences between Democrats, also barely reacted t...

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