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Carson Statement on Decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court

Statement

Date: June 25, 2013
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Marriage Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Congressman André Carson (D-IN) released today the following statement after the Supreme Court issued decisions on the Defense of Marriage Act and California's Proposition 8:

I have always believed that marriage is defined by the faith and commitment held by two people who love one another. It is not the federal government's job to exert a moral authority on the private lives of our citizens. Instead, we should stick to the business of strengthening our economy, creating jobs for our citizens, and ensuring everyone has a fair chance at the American dream.


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