Obama Calls Prop 8 Plaintiffs to Congratulate Them on their Courageous Victory

President Obama called Human Rights Campaign President Chad Griffin and the Prop 8 plaintiffs Kris Perry, Sandy Stier, Paul Katami and Jeff Zarrillo from Air Force One to congratulate them following Wdnesday’s victories at the Supreme Court, thanking them for their courage and leadership.

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Chad Griffin interrupted an interview with Thomas Roberts live on MSNBC to tell the Prop 8 plaintiffs, “The President is on the line from Air Force One.” President Obama congratulated the plaintiffs and noted that due to their courage a lot of other people will benefit.

President Obama, speaking from Air Force One en route to Senegal said, “We’re proud of you guys, and we’re proud to have this in California. And it’s because of your leadership things are heading the right way. So you should be very proud today.”

Chad Griffin thanked Obama for his leadership, and said that while we celebrate today, we’ve got to roll up our sleeves and get to work for those in the 37th states that didn’t get marriage equality today.

Right before they wrapped up the call, President Obama got an invite to the wedding.

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