Institutions Quote by Tony Campolo

Defining marriage is a power that should be left to the states. Moreover, no state should be forced to recognize a marriage that is…

— John Sununu

Marriage is a religious and state issue.

— Jim DeMint

In our society, marriage is not simply a governmental institution; it is a religious institution as well, today's decision might change the former, but…

— Clarence Thomas

If marriage really is a sacred institution, then why is the government controlling it, especially in a nation that affirms separation of church and…

— Tony Campolo

Marriage is an institution necessary to the maintenance of society but contrary to the laws of nature.

— Honore de Balzac

Marriage has historically been in the domain of the States to regulate.

— Corrine Brown

I believe marriage is a human right, not a state right.

— Martin O'Malley

Marriage is a relationship between a man and a woman. I don't think it is the role of the state to define what marriage…

— John Sentamu

Marriage is a civic matter. It is really not, together with all its circumstances, the business of the church.

— Martin Luther

I contend the state ought to do its thing and provide legal rights for all couples who want to be joined together for life.…

— Tony Campolo

Marriage is an institution that existed before governments existed. It's something that reflects nature and reflects God and God's will for us. And both…

— Rick Santorum

I think church and state should remain entirely separate at all costs, and that the decision of religious marriage should be of each faith…

— Adam Rickitt