What will come first, passage of ENDA or nationwide marriage equality?

"Probably the non-discrimina-tion act. Fewer lobbyists from the Christian right care about it. They’re more agitated about marriage equality. The Christian right leadership is determined to appease their constituents by opposing it."

"Nationwide marriage equality. The momentum seems to be moving in favor of it. The media is giving it widespread and positive attention. Young people also seem more accepting of marriage equality. Passage of ENDA is further down the line."

"ENDA will probably come first. The marriage issue is very controversial. So many people are against it. I think the civil-rights bill is less controversial. Basic employment rights are more palatable to people than allowing two ladies or two gentlemen to marry."

"Marriage equality across the country, given the recent Supreme Court victory, and lower-court victories, as well. Congress is controlled by Republicans. I don’t think they’re inclined to pass ENDA anytime soon. It will be necessary for Democrats to control Congress, for that to happen."