Summary: The Star Tribune explained that marriage can be in same sex marriage in the article, “Referendums on Nov. 6 give gay marriage backers 4 chances to end 32 state losing streak.” What’s New: In the article it states that, 32 states have opposed to same sex marriage in 1998. In 2012 nearly 4 states are voting. It would mean that a lot to them because it would prove the public is moving in that direction towards same sex marriage. Balance: The story has 8 quotes; 1 being from the president of Human Rights Campaign; 1 being from the National Organization for Marriage; 2 being from manger of the Marylanders for Marriage Equality campaign; 1 being from a dedicated Catholic; 1 from another Catholic whose gay son is married to a partner in New York; 1 being from campaign chairman; 1 being from the NAACP’s President. This article focuses on different group that have their own opinion based on what they believe. Transparency: The article includes quotes from both points of view. This story is biased because it sides with one side more than the other side.