Yesterday's ruling by the California Supreme Court that lifts the ban on gay marraige in that state - a ban approved by 60% of voters in a referendum - will no doubt revive the same issues that were fought over in the 2004 election.What is "marriage?" Can the courts override the clear will of the people?In 2004 the issue cut hard in favor of  the Republicans. Some even attribute Bush's clinching Ohio victory to the gay marriage issue being on the ballot in that state. But will that hold true for 2008?Here is the reaction from both candidates yesterday:Obama's campaign said in a statement yesterday, "Barack Obama has always believed that same-sex couples should enjoy equal rights under the law, and he will continue to fight for civil unions as president. He respects the decision of the California Supreme Court, and continues to believe that states should make their own decisions when it comes to the issue of marriage."McCain's campaign said he "supports...(Read Full Post)