'Wholly unnecessary': Why Rep. Andy Barr opposed bill to protect same-sex marriage

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

45% : The original legislation was revised to address some concerns among Republicans that it would restrict the religious freedoms of institutions that don't recognize same-sex marriages.
43% : The bill would repeal the Defense of Marriage Act, which denied federal benefits to same-sex couples.
35% : Load Error"The Court stated, in part, 'We emphasize that our decision concerns the constitutional right to abortion and no other right.'
30% : So, today's vote is not about 'respect for marriage' as the bill title implies or codifying same-sex marriage," Barr argued.
23% : Lexington-area Republican Rep. Andy Barr said he voted against a bill designed to protect same-sex marriage on Thursday because he found it "wholly unnecessary" and an affront to those who believe in traditional nuptials.

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