Blog: Prop 8

Today's decision by Judge Walker finding Prop 8 unconstitutional is a big step forward in the march towards marriage equality. We have a lot to celebrate as progressives and more importantly, as Americans.

But we know that this decision doesn't mean the fight for equality is over.

From appeals to right-wing efforts across the country to deny LGBT Americans fundamental rights, we have a lot more work to do to ensure that this victory isn't fleeting. These types of court victories underscore the need and urgency to achieve a permanent state of equality for families from coast to coast.

It's likely that today's decision will make its way up to the Supreme Court. This is why it is so important that we elect progressive Senators who aren't afraid to take a clear stand in favor of full marriage equality. From Supreme Court nominees to repealing the Defense of Marriage Act, we need leaders who won't shy away from recognizing that ensuring equal rights for LGBT Americans is the greatest civil rights issue we face today.

Last year, I announced my support for full marriage equality. Not civil unions. Not some sort of "gay marriage" status. Full marriage equality.

Trust me, I had people left and right telling me my stance would cost me key votes downstate. But it's where I stand in my heart, and so it's where I stand in this campaign. And that's how I'll vote on the floor of the U.S. Senate, should I be so privileged to serve.

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