Knight issued the following statement.

In March of 2000, voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 22 that prevented California from recognizing same sex marriages. To many, this measure was known as the “Knight Initiative.” My father, the late Senator Pete Knight, was the author.

Ever since Proposition 22 was passed by more that 61% of the vote, fringe groups have been attempting to overturn the will of the voters, to change the way a family is defined in California.

Today in a divided 4-3 vote, the California Supreme Court ruled that the state’s ban was unconstitutional.

To put it lightly, I am very disappointed, and I disagree with the Supreme Court's decision. I am disappointed that the will of the voters was not respected.

I support traditional family values; I support a ban on same sex marriages, and more importantly I support the will of the voters who passed Prop 22 by such a resounding margin.

Later this year, voters are likely to vote on a State Constitutional Amendment that will supercede the courts ruling. It is a shame that voters will have to head to the ballot box once again to have their voices heard and respected once and for all.

Knight is running to replace termed-out Assemblywoman Sharon Runner in the 36th Assembly District. The District includes the cities of Adelanto, Palmdale, Lancaster, and Victorville.

Knight has served in the United States Army and currently works as a police officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. Knight serves on the Palmdale City Council and is currently the Mayor Pro-Tem of Palmdale. He is married and is the father of two sons.