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Same-sex marriage in France: Popping the question too soon?

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President François Hollande campaigned on legalising gay marriage. Yet it’s turning into a potential political minefield for both government and opposition with polls now showing wavering support for the idea. A draft law is expected to go before the Cabinet on Wednesday to amend the law to allow marriages between same-sex couples. Join Annette Young and her panel who discuss whether this country is ready for gay marriage.

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Tom CRAIG, Member of Party ActUP Paris
Franck MARGAIN, Vice President of the Christian Democratic Party
Laurent CHAMBON, Political Analyst
Dr. Jean-Pierre DICKES, Catholic Doctors' Association of France

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