Gov. Andrew Cuomo Gets a well-deserved hero’s welcome at New York Gay Pride Parade

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who made same-sex marriage part of his campaign and led the fight for its approval in the Republican-led Senate, was the the most popular man at Saturday’s 42nd annual gay pride parade.

For his part, the governor humbly said, “New York is the progressive capital of the nation. It’s that once again, and it’s a pleasure to be part of it today.”

The law signed by Cuomo takes effect in 30 days. The bill received final legislative approval Friday when four Republicans joined 29 Democrats to push the measure through the by a 33-29 vote. It was passed despite opposition from influential religious groups in the state.