| Oppose allowing gays and lesbians to legally marry | Favor allowing gays and lesbians to legally marry | |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 57 | 35 |
| 2003 | 58 | 33 |
| 2004 | 60 | 31 |
| 2005 | 53 | 36 |
| 2006 | 55 | 35 |
| 2007 | 54 | 37 |
| 2008 | 51 | 39 |
| 2009 | 54 | 37 |
| 2010 | 48 | 42 |
| 2011 | 45 | 46 |
| 2012 | 43 | 48 |
| 2013 | 44 | 49 |
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In 2001, only 1 of every 3 Americans favored gay marriage. Today, it is nearly 1 of every 2 that approve of gay marriage. How long will it be until politicians have to drop their defense of traditional marriage to keep their positions or seats in congress?