The laws of our land are catching up to the fundamental truth that millions of Americans hold in our hearts: when all Americans are treated as equal, no matter who they are or whom they love, we are all more free.
Statement on the United States Supreme Court Ruling on the Defense of Marriage Act
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it was nevertheless important that we all play a part in assuring that our elected officials are accountable.
In forming our union, the founders fell terribly short of the Declaration's promise, leaving slavery intact, allowing states to restrict the franchise to white men who owned property.
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