Updated at 11:20 a.m. June 26, 2015
Gov. Jerry Brown added his voice Friday to those hailing the U.S. Supreme Court for its decision legalizing same-sex marriage.
“With the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Riots this weekend, we’re reminded of how long and winding the road to equality has been,” Brown said.
“Today, our highest court has upheld a principle enshrined in our Constitution, but only now finally realized for same-sex couples across America,” he said.
Attorney General Kamala Harris said the ruling was a long time coming.
“Finally the highest court in the land has acknowledged that marriage is a fundamental right to which no one should be denied,” Harris said. “This holding reaffirms the sacred principle that all people are created equal. It’s time to end the debate — let the wedding bells ring.”
—Staff and wire reports