Margaret Hoover addresses the state of gay rights and the conservative movement Credit: Joshua Santos

Margaret Hoover addresses the state of gay rights and the conservative movement Credit: Joshua Santos

The legalization of same-sex marriage is not a high priority on the GOP's to-do list. However, the Log Cabin Republicans are seeking to change that.

At a Tuesday morning brunch hosted by law firm Holland & Knight, members of Young Conservatives for the Freedom to Marry and the Log Cabin Republicans gathered to discuss the importance of legalizing same-sex marriage.

The Log Cabin Republicans is the oldest and most influential gay and lesbian conservative group, and has recently gained traction: This RNC marks the first time it's been recognized by the party.

Margaret Cooper feels that the banning of gay marriage goes against conservative ideals Credit: Joshua Santos
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  • Margaret Cooper feels that the banning of gay marriage goes against conservative ideals

This article appears in Aug 30 – Sep 5, 2012.