All they want is an opportunity to vote on the definition of marriage. Now that the people have spoken, the good congressman has decided this is a divisive issue.

People want a clear vote on marriage.

Many citizens who oppose gay marriage also oppose civil unions.

Many citizens who oppose gay marriage also oppose civil unions. The coalition believes it is confusing and unethical to restrict citizens to one vote on two opposing issues, which this amendment would have done.

It was judicial tyranny. If the constitution is changed, it can only be changed by a vote of the people.

We are happy for [the majority of states] that are clearly not threatened by this ruling, but are concerned about the remaining [ones].