"The legalization of marriage for same-sex couples is part of the long
history of civil rights movements in the United States. Many people have worked tireless to make this day
possible. This significant piece of legislation is a clear example of
people exercising courage, determination and patient perseverance. The
result advances equity in marriage and honors all First Amendment
religious imperatives." Hawaii Governor Neil Abercrombie.
"We have moved into a new era of Aloha for same-sex couples, who can
now share in the rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” Hawaii Attorney General David Louie.
“Although Hawaii was not the first to enact same-sex marriage, what
shouldn’t be lost is Hawaii was the first in the Baehr v. Lewin lawsuit,
that started the same-sex marriage discussion nationally. I am
pleased today to be able to open a new chapter in our state’s history
and to join the growing list of states in conferring to all Americans
equal treatment under the law.” Hawaii State Senator
Clayton Hee, Chair of Senate Committee on Judiciary and Labor.
November 13, 2013.
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