Rep. Mark Takano Statement Supreme Court Obergefell v. Hodges Ruling
Washington, DC – Rep. Mark Takano released the following statement after the United States Supreme Court issued its decision on Obergefell v. Hodges:
“Today, the Supreme Court threw a giant wedding bouquet to gay couples everywhere by ruling that all Americans, no matter their sexual orientation, are able to receive the legal benefits that come with marriage. But more so than that, it tells LGBT Americans that they are the same as every other American and that the bliss that comes with marriage is theirs to have as well. This is a great day, not just for LGBT Americans who wish to get married, but for all Americans, as it makes our Union that much more perfect.
“While this is a great day of celebration, there are battles that we still must wage. We need a full, comprehensive LGBT Civil Rights bill and I hope Congress will hold a vote as soon as legislation is introduced.
“Today, I am more proud than ever to be an American.”
###