Chicago's Daley: Gay Marriage OK With Him

Chicago's Democratic Mayor Richard M. Daley says he would have "no problem" if Cook County allowed gay marriages. Daley, who appointed the first openly gay member to the City Council, adds he is not troubled by same-sex marriage, according to a report in the Washington Post.

"You have to point out the strength of this community, your doctors, your lawyers, your journalists," Daley said. "They have adopted children. To me, we have to understand this is part and parcel of our families and extended families."

"He was clear and concise in his support for gay and lesbian people," said Rick Garcia, political director of Equality Illinois. "I am confident if the mayor could issue marriage licenses, he would do so."

Meanwhile, other municipal leaders from around the country are piping up on the subject.