Bruce Springsteen posts statement in support of gay marriage

The legendary Bruce Springsteen has posted a message on his official website indicating his unequivocal support for gay marriage in his home state of New Jersey. He said this:

Like many of you who live in New Jersey, I've been following the progress of the marriage-equality legislation currently being considered in Trenton. I've long believed in and have always spoken out for the rights of same sex couples and fully agree with Governor Corzine when he writes that, "The marriage-equality issue should be recognized for what it truly is -- a civil rights issue that must be approved to assure that every citizen is treated equally under the law." I couldn't agree more with that statement and urge those who support equal treatment for our gay and lesbian brothers and sisters to let their voices be heard now.

You can find more information about the bill via gardenstateequality.org/.

New Jersey's State Senate will vote on the marriage equality bill tomorrow after a Senate panel voted 7-6 on Monday to bring the bill to a full vote. Supporters are hoping the bill will be passed before January when Republican governor-elect Christopher J. Christie assumes the office in January. Christie has said he would veto the bill.