When it comes to legalizing gay marriage in New Jersey, just about everyone thinks it should be done, but because of politics they can't get it done.

If Governor Christie is ready to accept legalized same sex marriage if the voters approve a referendum, why not just sign a bill passed by the legislature.

The Governor's position is a cop-out.

He, of course, is worried about a conservative backlash if he signs the bill because of his national political aspirations.  But he is kidding himself if he thinks he can avoid criticism by signing a referendum approved by voters.  IT'S THE SAME THING.  If Christie were truly opposed to gay marriage, he would declare that as Governor he will not let it become law.   Without that kind of a statement, he is a supporter.  Get over it, sign the bill.

I agree with Senate President Stephen Sweeney that the issue is a matter for the legislature to decide.  If they faced every hot button issue with a public referendum, we could dispense the cost of a legislature and conduct business through social media.

Listen to my conversation with Republican State Senator Christopher "Kip" Bateman who is sponsoring legislation to hold a referendum on gay marriage: