Listen to the interview again. He said that he believes in an amendment that would allow states to NOT recognize the civil unions formed in other states. I think it makes sense.
Small government and federalism is a two-edged sword. If one believes in intrusive government when it suits their interest, but small government otherwise, he is no different than the liberals who believe the same thing. I think it is great to hear a guy with a basic philosophy of government rather than one who simply has a different wish list than the others.
Very well said.