Kerry Statement on Federal Marriage Amendment [View All]

[WilliamPitt]

For Immediate Release

July 14, 2004

Kerry Statement on Federal Marriage Amendment

Boston, MA - Senator John Kerry released the following statement today:

"The floor of the United States Senate should only be used for the common
good, not issues designed to divide us for political purposes. Throughout
history, amending our Constitution - the foundation of the nation's values
and ideals - has been serious business. However, even Republicans concede
that this amendment is being offered only for political gains. The
unfortunate result is that the important work of the American people -
funding our homeland security needs, creating new and better jobs, and
raising the minimum wage - is not getting done. Had this amendment reached
a final vote, I would have voted against it, because I believe that the
American people deserve better than this from their leaders. When I am
president, I will work to bring the nation together and build a stronger
America."