Mizer to lead efforts in protecting civil rights of Americans
W.Va. senator lone Senate Democrat to oppose gay nuptials
Decision takes effect March 9
Says views haven't changed despite perception he's LGBT friendly
Opening briefs ask for marriage equality nationwide
'Marriage is a question for the states,' he says
Former RNC chief gathering signatures for Supreme Court brief
Hutchinson allows bill to become law as similar measures advance elsewhere
Overall membership decreases, but number of vice-chairs doubles
New policy makes gay couples eligible regardless of residence