U.S. lawmakers are proposing to officially designate June 26 as 'Equality Day' to commemorate significant Supreme Court rulings that advanced LGBTQ+ rights, including 'Lawrence v. Texas,' 'United States v. Windsor,' and 'Obergefell v. Hodges.' Senator Tammy Baldwin emphasized the importance of this celebration while acknowledging persistent discrimination against LGBTQ+ Americans. The proposal comes amid ongoing debates regarding LGBTQ+ rights and the possibility of the Supreme Court reconsidering past rulings, though any current resolutions are nonbinding and lack legal force. This initiative aims to honor past efforts while recognizing the fight for equality is far from over.
Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Rep. Suzan DelBene's proposal would designate June 26 as 'Equality Day,' commemorating historic Supreme Court victories that advanced queer rights.
Today, we honor the giants who came before us in the fight for a more equal country and celebrate the progress we have made.
Still, too many LGBTQ+ Americans face violence, harassment, and discrimination simply because of who they are and who they love.
The Supreme Court's decision in Lawrence v. Texas in 2003 ruled that laws criminalizing sodomy are unconstitutional, marking a significant advancement for queer rights.
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