President Obama made history yesterday
by publicly announcing his support for marriage equality. While there was some grumbling that it took so long and that he has not vowed to
make it federal priority, there was also a great deal of joy and excitement that he took to his bully pulpit to take a stand for equal rights for all Americans when it comes to marriage. The bottom line is that there is no diminishing the historic importance of the President's announcement in support of marriage equality, which remains a highly contentious political issue. There were some comparisons to LBJ's embrace of the civil rights movement (and, famously, its language) when he spoke to Congress in 1964.
Needless to say, it was a day and night to celebrate. Some did it offline in New York last night. While others did it online. I was delighted to get a link sent to me of a celebratory Tumblr called "
When Obama Endorsed Marriage Equality." It's a lively mix of photos and animated GIFs capturing moments of elation, happiness, and sheer joy. Check it out and celebrate this historic moment before it gets dragged through the mud in the upcoming presidential slog...I mean, campaign.
