Statements about Gays and Lesbians

Says he and President Barack Obama have the same position on gay marriage.

"In 1958, there were 16 states in this country that prohibited -- prohibited -- an African-American and a Caucasian from being married."

"Opinion polls show that the majority of Americans, and the majority of New Jerseyans, favor marriage equality for same sex couples."

"Polls now show a majority of Catholics favor marriage equality."

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