Gubernatorial hopeful becomes eighth out member of Congress
Brief comes ahead of expected introduction of Del. marriage bill
Governor backs nuptials for gays and lesbians
Pat Brady announced position as legislators prepared to consider measure
Two Portland men became the first gay couple to marry in the state
In new year, nine states plus DC will offer same-sex nuptials
Couples in four New England states challenged DOMA in federal court
Illinois, Delaware, Rhode Island and New Jersey may follow Maryland, Washington and Maine in legalizing same-sex marriage
Rhode Island, other states expected to debate issue in 2013
D.C. congressional delegate spoke during post-election panel at U.S. Capitol Visitor Center