Can anyone explain why there aren't the votes at this point to simply handle this legislatively?

We're way overdue for marriage equality in this state (and everywhere else), but I hate the way the initiative process infantilizes the legislature.

Politicians don't have to take tough votes or sell policies to their constituents, and we all bear the consequences if a stupidly-worded initiative becomes law.

It seems like a bunch of other states have passed laws since this initiative began. It's a little embarrassing.

@Commenty Colin: The Oregon legislature does not have the authority to amend our constitution; it can only be done through a vote of the people.

That's good to know. I'm not a native Oregonian