The GOP May Regret Its Lasting Battle Against Gay Marriage

Same-sex marriage is supported by most Americans. And after last week’s landmark Supreme Court decision, it’s also the law of the land. But how it will play out in the presidential campaign is far from settled. …

Polling generally suggests that same-sex marriage is not a top issue for most voters. … But digging deeper provides a different perspective. Beyond the importance voters place upon it directly, gay marriage may have symbolic power because of the messages it sends to voters about the parties. CONT.

Harry Enten, FiveThirtyEight

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