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Pitzer College in Claremont, California will be hosting Jim Obergefell, the plaintiff in the Supreme Court case that ultimately required all states to recognize same-sex marriage, for its commencement ceremony on Saturday.
Pitzer President Strom C. Thacker announced : “Jim Obergefell’s personal journey to have his marriage legally recognized resulted in a decision that stands among the most consequential in our nation’s history. He is an inspiring and iconic figure not only for the LGBTQ+ community, but for us all. As a college deeply rooted in the ethos of social change and equality, Pitzer is honored and excited to welcome Jim to campus this spring.”
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