Senator Schumer Comes Out In Support Of Gay Marriage

03.24.09 | FL News Team

New York's senior senator has come out in support of gay marriage. Senator Charles Schumer says he wants to end the Defense of Marriage Act, which defines a spouse as someone of the opposite sex.

In a statement, Schumer sayid, "It's time. Equality is something that has always been a hallmark of America and no group should be deprived of it." Schumer had previously backed civil unions for same-sex couples, but not full marriage rights.