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North Carolina's marriage vote second lowest total in the South

North Carolina approved an amendment Tuesday to enshrine a ban on gay marriage, civil unions and domestic partnerships in the state constitution -- a vote that received international attention.

To put it in perspective, the amendment passed 61 percent to 39 percent -- the second lowest approval rating in the South, more than Virginia's 57 percent and less than Florida's 62 percent.

Nationwide, North Carolina voters gave it a higher percentage approval than eight states but less than 22 others.

Morning Roundup: Perdue's decision alters political landscape

Gov. Bev Perdue's exit from the governor's race altered the North Carolina political landscape. Here's the complete coverage:

Perdue's decision shocked many -- but it came after a days of personal soul searching and the reality of the political math. Read more here.

Lt. Gov. Walter Dalton doesn't waste time. He enters the race. How many other Democrats will do the same? Read more here.

Also, if Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx enters the race he would face former mayor Pat McCrory, the likely GOP nominee. Read here.

Opponents of the marriage amendment banning gay marriage and civil unions see renewed hope as Democrats now have a reason to go to the polls in May. Read here.

It as a typical week for Perdue until Thursday and she gave no hint of her thinking. Read more here.

Perdue's legacy starts to take shape as she battled from the state. Read here.

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