In an historic move, President Obama announced today that he believes same-sex marriage should be legal.
The POTUS has said in past years that he is "evolving" on the issue, and indicated he would come down with a definite stance in a televised interview with ABC news today. Obviously, this endorsement is going to have an effect on his candicacy this November--we'll see exactly what kind of effect in just a matter of months.
The Columbia Dems have voiced their positive response to the President's statement on their Facebook page:
We are thrilled that the President has come out as unambiguously pro-marriage equality. This is definitely a turning point for gay rights in our nation. You can bet that we're going to be fired up and ready to go come November!
Updated 5:35 p.m.
Everyone Allied Against Homophobia said in a statement to Spectrum:
Congratulations on coming out (in support of marriage equality), Mr. President! Everyone Allied Against Homophobia is proud to list Barack Obama as an ally in its fight against homophobia, transphobia, and other forms of oppression here at Columbia and nationwide.
Hear other responses and watch the video of the President's statement after the jump.
