Gay Marriage Accepted in Ireland

Gay marriage was approved in Ireland.  They say it's significant because it's one of the few places, if not the only place, where a national vote was taken.  And also the country has strong Catholic roots.... 

Ireland Voting For or Against Gay Marriage

It seems that a national vote is being taken today in Ireland regarding the legalization of gay marriage.  The country already allows civil partnerships for gays but there are rights which are left out, compared to full marriage.  That's the reason why I, myself, have decided to support gay marriage--with religious exemptions.