Tells of journey from closeted backer of Prop 8 to gay advocate in P.G. County
State Rep. Mike Ramone spoke to Blade before House committee approved HB 75
Similar statutes remain on the books in 17 states
'It is about freedom,' Beck says, 'Everyone basically understands freedom'
Gays and lesbians can begin to marry in August
Parliament vote to take place
Out CNBC host spoke on tax-filing deadline day
79 percent of 100 members supported recommendation, 2014 referendum possible
Kabel says he received praise for speaking out against measure
Governor on new bill, Ken Mehlman and gay GOP state leader
