Of many articles I've read about gay marriage, this is the most thoughtful.

When I was young, I remember hearing talk about "splitting your ballot" - voting for one party for president and another for congress. At the time, I thought it was a pretty stupid idea. The last 12 years or so have made me reconsider. It seems that divided government is the only way to get reasonable policy. Needless to say, I'm glad the Democrats regained control of congress; but when 2008 rolls around, I won't forget this lesson.