Reaction was swift and largely predictable to the Supreme Court’s historic decision legalizing gay marriage — with conservatives irate and liberals celebrating their victory.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who is considering a run for the Republican presidential nomination weighed in.
“I believe marriage is between a man and a woman,” he said. “If there are going to be changes, they should be done by a vote of the people.”
Other GOP candidates, including former Texas Gov. Rick Perry and ex-Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, also said the decision shouldn’t have been made by nine justices.
“I believe the Supreme Court should have allowed the states to make this decision. I also believe that we should love our neighbor and respect others, including those making lifetime commitments,” Bush said.
Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Rodham Clinton took to Twitter to hail the decision.
“Proud to celebrate a historic victory for marriage equality — & the courage & determination of LGBT Americans who made it possible,” she tweeted.
And Gov. Cuomo, who calls New York’s gay-marriage law in 2011 one of his proudest accomplishments, applauded the justices for following the state’s lead.
“New York has been a leader in the fight for marriage equality, and today’s Supreme Court decision affirms what we have fought so hard for — that marriage is a fundamental right that should be afforded to everyone, regardless of whom they love,” Cuomo said.
“I am thrilled to see the court join us on the right side of history.”
First Lady Michelle Obama also took to Twitter to praise the court.
“This decision recognizes the fundamental truth that our love is all equal,” she wrote. “Today is a great day for America. #LoveWins.”
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