I don't support gay marriage despite being a conservative. I support gay marriage because I am a conservative.

Anyone who still feels today that he has to lead a double life because he's gay is driven by a fear that I think is unfounded.

A number of individuals tried to make my homosexuality a topic of debate. I admittedly found that rather upsetting.

It's ridiculous to insinuate that the social recognition of homosexual civil unions damages families or the institution of marriage.

I've never made a secret of my homosexuality.

I don't support gay marriage despite being a conservative. I support gay marriage because I am a conservative.

State governor is certainly nothing to be sneered at! But I don't think that there are still limits here. A gay man could presumably also become chancellor.