Here's what a selection of local and national politicians, and others, had to say about the Supreme Court's ruling to legalize same-sex marriage.
Former U.S. Rep. Barney Frank:
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh:
I am deeply moved by the news that #SCOTUS has made marriage equality the law of the land. Read More: http://t.co/qpTKqevKUo
U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton:
This morning, I went to the steps of the Supreme Court to hear the court’s ruling on marriage equality. Their historic...
Massachusetts Senate President Stanley Rosenberg
This is not just a victory for LGBTQ Americans; it's a victory for all people who value liberty & equality #LoveWins pic.twitter.com/nkhSfuSbEJ
#SCOTUS has confirmed what we have known in MA for many years, you should be able to marry the person you❤️ #LoveWins pic.twitter.com/29ITRrfujc
Attorney General Maura Healey:
Today’s decision by #SCOTUS is a huge victory for the equality & dignity of all Americans. #MA4Equality https://t.co/JBjaefWA2i
In MA, we fought for & won this freedom more than 10 years ago & now the rest of the country will be able to experience this. #MA4Equality
Rep. Joe Kennedy III:
Feeling your country bend towards justice is an incredible thing #loveislove #EqualityForAll #SCOTUSMarriage
… and his former college roommate, former Boston Celtic Jason Collins:
What a day to celebrate! Today also happens to be my parents' 39th wedding anniversary! Congrats to all who celebrate #love . #LoveWins
Rep. Niki Tsongas:
Our nation is stronger b/c of its commitment to defending the rights & human dignity of all people #MarriageEquality #SCOTUSMarriage
Today’s #SCOTUS decision is a historic victory for #equality & the American #family #SCOTUSMarriage http://t.co/IXvliR2r9l
#Massachusetts played pioneering role in #marriageequality ; I join those committed advocates celebrating historic #SCOTUSMarriage decision
President Barack Obama:
Today is a big step in our march toward equality. Gay and lesbian couples now have the right to marry, just like anyone else. #LoveWins
Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton:
Proud to celebrate a historic victory for marriage equality—& the courage & determination of LGBT Americans who made it possible. -H
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders:
Today the Supreme Court fulfilled the words engraved upon its building: ‘Equal justice under law.’ #SCOTUSMarriage
New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen:
Love wins!! #SCOTUS #MarriageEquaility
Only 11 years to go from 1 to 50. We live in amazing times. #freetomarry #MarriageEquaility #scotus #mapoli pic.twitter.com/KYmbxgmWOY
Massachusetts State Sen. Pat Jehlen:
In 2004 I was a strong ally of same sex marriage in MA and now I'm beyond thrilled #SCOTUS took it NATION wide! #mapoli #MarriageEquaility
State House Legislative Director Jessie Zimmerer:
@SoniaChangDiaz crew celebrating #MarriageEquality where it all started! Next up #TransEquity #S735 ! #mapoli #bospoli pic.twitter.com/Mp5vIhnLQP
Massachusetts State Sen. Mike Moore:
I commend today's #SCOTUS ruling recognizing #MarriageEquaility . It is long past time that EVERY American enjoy the right to marry #mapoli
Boston Chief of Policy Joyce Linehan:
They should declare it "Made in Massachusetts" week in Washington DC. ACA and Equal Marriage. #mapoli
Rep. Katherine Clark:
#LoveIsLove ! Proud to raise my boys in a country that recognizes that love is what makes a family! #mapoli #SCOTUS pic.twitter.com/CqXlOVFWyM