Official statement regarding miss ca usa 2009 final answer controversy

I am proud of Carrie Prejean’s beauty and placement at the 2009 MISS USA pageant. I support Carrie’s right to express her personal beliefs even if they do not coincide with my own. I believe the subject of gay marriage deserves a great deal more conversation in order to heal the divide it has created.

Keith Lewis

Co-Executive Director

K2 Productions

MISS CALIFORNIA USA and MISS CALIFORNIA TEEN USA

Official Statement from Hotel Zoso

Hotel Zoso was a local sponsor for the 2009 state pageant and is a non-discriminatory hotel welcoming persons from all walks of life regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation or personal beliefs.

While we support freedom of speech, the answer Miss California gave does not reflect the stance or opinion of Hotel Zoso management.”