“I guess they shouldn't be an exception. It's basically the same issue in a different context.”

— Ken Chang, Kansas University senior, Lawrence

“I think marriage is between two people. The government should recognize it whenever it happens out of respect for its citizens.”

— Charles Moore, painter, Lawrence

“I don't think anyone should be married. It's an outdated concept for our times.”

— Shawn Reaves, occupational therapist, Oskaloosa

“I believe marriage should be between a man and a woman. I think marriages between other groups could be a possibility, but they should have their own special category.”

— Jim Eisele, lithographer, Lawrence