San Diegans showed their feelings about the president's announcement through social media Wednesday.
In an interview with ABC News, President Barack Obama said he has concluded that it is important for him to affirm that he thinks same-sex couples should be able to get married.
He says he came to the conclusion over the course of several years of talking to family and friends.
Obama has previously said his personal views of gay marriage were evolving, a stance that frustrated gay rights supporters.
San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders shocked many with his reversal on the issue of same-sex marriage and his very public emotional reaction during a news conference in 2007.
On Wednesday he released a statement announcing his support of Obama's decision.
“President Obama made the right decision today and I applaud him for it," the Republican mayor said. "As someone whose position has also evolved, I know this is an issue of equality and basic human rights. Two people who love each other should be able to get married. It’s really as simple as that. History will judge President Obama kindly for his decision today.”
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Here's what social media users in San Diego said about the announcement:
