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<p>&quot;I am a traditional Republican.&#0160;When you think about gay marriage, it’s the right thing to do and it’s very consistent with the tenets of being a Republican — such as&#0160;individual freedom and personal responsibility,&quot; -&#0160;Washington state Senator&#0160;<a href="http://pamshouseblend.firedoglake.com/2012/01/08/republican-sen-steve-litzow-announces-support-for-washingtons-marriage-equality-bill/" target="_self">Steve Litzow</a>, announcing his support for&#0160;a marriage equality bill expected to be introduced this week.</p>
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