The Supreme Court Strikes Down the Defense of Marriage Act

Here's What's Happening Here at the White House           DAILY SNAPSHOT Wednesday, June 26, 2013             Featured  The Supreme Court Strikes Down the Defense of Marriage Act Today, the Supreme Court struck down Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act. In a statement released shortly after the Court’s ruling was announced, President Obama applauded the historic decision. This was discrimination enshrined in law. It treated loving, committed gay and lesbian couples as a separate and lesser class of people. The Supreme Court has righted that wrong, and our country is better off for it. Click here to read the President's full statement, then share it with your friends.       Top Stories President Obama's Plan to Fight Climate Change Yesterday, President Obama laid out his comprehensive plan to reduce carbon pollution, prepare our country for the impacts of climate change, and lead global efforts to fight it. READ MORE We the Geeks: Innovation for Global Good The White House will host a “We The Geeks” Google+ Hangout tomorrow, June 27 at 1:00 pm EST to discuss innovation for global good with some of the creative minds making it happen. READ MORE See the White House through a New Lens We are proud that President Obama is committed to giving Americans an unfiltered look at life inside the White House, but you can't always go #nofilter. This morning, the White House posted its first photo on Instagram, an image of the First Family taking off on Marine One for their trip to Senegal, South Africa, and Tanzania. READ MORE       Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST) 8:45 AM: The President and the First Family depart the White House en route Joint Base Andrews 9:00 AM: The President and the First Family depart Joint Base Andrews en route Dakar, Senegal 1:15 PM: The Vice President administers the oath of office at the swearing-in ceremony of Penny Pritzker as Secretary of Commerce 4:25 PM: The President and the First Family arrive in Dakar, Senegal   Facebook    Twitter   |   More Ways to Engage Did Someone Forward This to You? Sign Up for Email Updates This email was sent to e0nstar1.blog@gmail.com Sign Up for Updates from the White House Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy Please do not reply to this email. Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111