The governor of New York is championing a bill that would legalize same-sex marriage in the state and heralding the legislation as the next step in the advancement of civil rights in the Empire State.

Gov. David Paterson (D) introduced the legislation in the New York Assembly on Thursday and urged its passage at a news conference, despite concerns that the measure may not have enough votes for passage in the state Senate.

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