What Happened Today Will Be Remembered In History
Gay Marriage Wins Supreme Court Victory – Supreme Court says same-sex couples have right to marry in all 50 states.
“What an amazing day for our country. So happy for all the people who can now live their lives the way they want to.” — America’s soccer legend, former US Men’s National Team and LA Galaxy star Landon Donovan
When Robbie Rogers let the world know he was gay in 2013, the world was accepting but not necessarily relaxed – now, only two years later, same-sex marriage has been approved in the long awaited victory for the gay rights movement. Today, the Supreme Court ruled by a 5-to-4 vote that the Constitution guarantees everyone the right to same-sex marriage.
Justice Anthony M. Kennedy wrote, “No longer may this liberty be denied. No union is more profound than marriage, for it embodies the highest ideals of love, fidelity, devotion, sacrifice and family. In forming a marital union, two people become something greater than once they were.”
“Happy doesn’t even come close to how I feel! Proud of my country today & will try and make you all proud of us!!! #USA” — America’s soccer legend, current team member of US Women’s National Team competing in the FIFA Women’s World Cup Abby Wambach
Two years ago — when Robbie Roger announced his retirement from professional soccer, he also let the world know he was gay. Today, A US soccer star announcing this same news in a press conference would probably not make headline news.
It has been a long road for many soccer players. According to the GayStarNews, David Testo‘s career ended after opening up about his sexuality in 2011. And, that was only 4 years ago. Sometimes, long awaited changes come quickly.
Dan Cox from the Public Religion Research Institute said, “Few Supreme Court decisions have the potential to so profoundly and visibly reshape the American cultural landscape. As more gay and lesbian couples become gay and lesbian spouses I think you’ll see the public continue its transition towards greater support for same-sex marriage and increasing comfort with gay and lesbian people. In some sense, the Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges is simply a reflection of the dramatic turn in public support for same-sex marriage and LGBT rights more broadly.”
But let’s not forget the road to change is often hard-fought and long overdue … Dexter Fowler @DexterFowler Tweeted earlier today, “In 1967, interracial marriages were legalized. If that had not happened, my wife and I would not be able to in union. Love should ALWAYS win.”
