My mother has often said that the issue of women is the unfinished business of the 21st century. That is certainly true. But so, too, are the issues of LGBT rights the unfinished business of the 21st century.

I can't imagine anything that would make the world look more different than if women and girls were unequivocally enfranchised.

I'd ask myself, 'What do I think is really unjust?' That should be a starting point for how you engage with the world.

I certainly believe that all of my friends should have the right, as Marc and I did, to marry their best friend. I certainly expect my straight friends to help us achieve that for all New Yorkers, for all Americans, and for the children that, at least, Marc and I hope to have someday.

For most of my life, I deliberately led a private life in the public eye.

Of course [I'm a feminist]. And everyone I know is a feminist.

We proved we could be safe and secure at home, and still have more allies and friends in the world.