Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ed FitzGerald released the following statement on federal judge Timothy Black’s announcement today:
“Today’s statement by federal judge Timothy Black that his ruling will require that Ohio must legally recognize the marriages of gay couples who wed in other states is an important first step to full marriage equality. Governor Kasich and the General Assembly the ball is now in your court. You can embrace the full equality of all Ohioans or you can continue your obstructions. As Governor, I will support marriage equality and work to move Ohio forward for all its residents. Who you love and commit yourself to should not be prohibited by governments.”