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	Bishop Meets with Baldacci, Lawmakers; Offers Support for Child Abuse Laws WMTW [Augusta ME] January 19, 2005 AUGUSTA, Maine -- Maine's Roman Catholic bishop is pledging support for tougher laws against child sexual abuse. Bishop Richard Malone told Gov. Baldacci and legislators Tuesday that such laws would help the church repair damage caused by abusive priests. He cited no specific legislation but noted that several bills being drafted would strengthen efforts of the state and the church to protect children. In his luncheon remarks, Malone did not tip his hand on the church's stance on a gay-rights bill that Baldacci is expected to propose later this year. But Malone did say he would oppose same-sex marriage, push for improved health care for the poor and try to add a moral dimension to State House debates.