I was one of those voices that raised questions about timing and strategy when the federal lawsuit was filed. I am willing to admit that I may have been wrong, and that the Olson-Boies team may prove to have been visionary. Only time will tell. Our goal right now must be to ensure the best possible outcome for this lawsuit.

We all agree: Proposition 8 is an unconstitutional and discriminatory denial of equal rights, under any legal standard. With the full participation of Lambda Legal, the ACLU, NCLR, and the community organizations they represent, we will present a united front in advancing the compelling evidence and making the case to the federal courts.