It was an intense, emotional day for many gay Americans, as the Supreme Court finally confirmed what we’ve known for a long time: same-sex marriage is real and necessary. And now, it’s legal — in all 50 states.
Social media exploded in celebration, as thousands of LGBT Americans and their allies took to Twitter and other outlets to share their reactions to the historic ruling. From securing marriage licenses to shutting down homophobes, here’s a day on Twitter in the wake of marriage equality.
Jim Obergefell reacts to his historic case, stating “Our love is equal”
Watch Jim Obergefell, the plaintiff in today’s marriage equality case, react to the Supreme Court’s decision: http://t.co/l1IHCjxqxN
Around the nation, eager couples reacted to the decision by flocking to get their marriage licenses. Applications were hastily reprinted to reflect the Supreme Court’s decision
The new marriage licenses for South Dakota. “Bride” and “groom” replaced with “Spouse A” and “Spouse B.” pic.twitter.com/y2YfOejzvd
The Studio's Milton stage is all dressed up for a designer barn wedding. Candles in mason jars line the floor, succulents and roses wind around the columns. The space feels familiar -- you've been to, or seen a wedding like this before, and can't help but wonder, what has or is about to happen?
Director Tom Story and company -- namely, set designer Luciana Stecconi and lighting designer Mary Louise Geiger -- have so properly set the mood for Bryna Turner's well-observed comedy At the Wedding, that one might feel like an invited guest. A guest with a front-row seat to what's sure to be entertaining mess once Carlo, the bride's ex, strolls in and takes a seat at the kids' table.
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