The state's current laws deny its gay and lesbian citizens their fundamental right to marry and, in so doing, demean the dignity of these same-sex couples for no rational reason.
U.S. District Judge Robert J. Shelby
I am very disappointed an activist federal judge is attempting to override the will of the people of Utah.
Gov. Gary Herbert
We are just ready for equality to come to Utah.
Plaintiff Derek L. Kitchen
We're willing to spend whatever it takes to protect the laws and the will of the people.
Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes
The great thing about being a lawyer is you can make a fundamental, life-changing difference in somebody's life that they can't get for themselves. The Kitchen case is just the pinnacle of that.
James E. Magleby, Attorney fighting Utah's marriage ban
Whether to change that definition [of marriage] is a decision best left to the people of each state — not to unelected, politically unaccountable judges.
Sen. Mike Lee
A lifestyle without institutional context is like Monopoly money: It resembles true currency but lacks the essential shared meaning that provides its value.
Monte Neil Stewart, Attorney defending Utah's marriage ban
We’re delighted that we don’t have to wait any longer. We’re getting married, folks!
Plaintiff Karen Call
For elected officials, governors and attorneys general, to say pick and choose which laws they will enforce. I think, is a tragedy and the next step toward anarchy.