"I have watched carefully what's happening in San Francisco, where licenses were being issued, even though the law states otherwise," Bush said.
Linda Chavez stated the situation succinctly: "But voters in California rejected gay marriage by nearly a two-to-one margin just four years ago, when 61 percent voted in favor of Proposition 22, a ballot initiative that said: "Only marriage between a man and a woman is valid or recognized in California." If a handful of city officials can circumvent the will of the people -- as expressed in a state law passed by the majority of California voters -- can anarchy be far behind?"
The Governor of the state of California is the chief law enforcement officer of that state.
CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION
ARTICLE 5 EXECUTIVE
SECTION 1. The supreme executive power of this State is vested in the Governor.
The Governor shall see that the law is faithfully executed. ___________________________________________________________
I believe the President understands this and is in communication with the governor of California.
Governor Schwarzenegger rightly turned to the Attorney General to enforce the law. "Our civilized society and legal system is based upon a respect for and adherence to the rule of law. The City and County of San Francisco's unfortunate choice to disregard state law and grant marriage certificates to gay couples directly undermines this fundamental guarantee," Schwarzenegger wrote. "As Attorney General, you have the authority to take legal action to require the City and County of San Francisco to comply with the laws of the State."
The Attorney General has wantonly refused.
It is now time for the Governor to enforce the laws of his state.
Email Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger: governor@governor.ca.gov