President Obama’s Announcement and What’s Next for Marriage Equality

CAP Executive Vice President Weighs in on the Announcement

Winnie Stachelberg discusses President Obama's historic announcement in support of marriage equality and explains how he is in line with public opinion on the issue.

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Center for American Progress Executive Vice President Winnie Stachelberg discusses President Barack Obama’s historic announcement in support of marriage equality and explains how he is in line with public opinion on the issue.

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Winnie Stachelberg

Former Executive Vice President, External Affairs

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President Obama’s Announcement and What’s Next for Marriage Equality