Reactions to Obama's Support for Marriage Equality: 'Real L Word's' Nikki and Jill, NCLR Director, Senator Gillibrand and More...

Reactions to President Obama's historic announcment that he endorses marriage equality are abounding. Here are a few of those statements: 

Nikki Weiss-Goldstein & Jill Goldstein:  Obama's words today not only have the ability to enhance lives but to save them. Thank you Mr President for doing what's morally and legally right, treating us with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

Shannon Minter, legal director, National Center for Lesbian Rights: “President Obama has once again proven himself to be the strongest and most principled supporter of full equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people ever to occupy the Oval Office. As he has done on so many other issues facing our community, the president showed his great depth of compassion and respect for the struggles faced by same-sex couples and their families and his commitment to genuine equality and justice for all people. This is an unforgettable day in our nation's history, and one that will bring enormous comfort and hope to millions of Americans.”

U.S. senator Kirsten Gillibrand of New York: “The president's unequivocal support today in favor of all committed couples to marry the person they love is a watershed moment in American history that will provide the leadership needed to finally repeal DOMA and win the unfinished fight for equality for all Americans.”

Neera Tanden, president of the Center for American Progress: “We applaud the president's decision as it is another large step toward realizing this country's promise of equality. Indeed, President Obama today helped bend the arc of history toward justice. And his stance will be remembered as such.”

Winnie Stachelberg, executive vice president for external affairs, Center for American Progress: “President Obama made history today when he came out in full support of marriage rights for gay couples. Many Americans have thought about this issue and, like the president, have reconsidered their feelings about it. His journey is our journey.”

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