from Keshet: Mazel Tov! #LoveIsLove

Two years ago this summer, I stood under a chuppah with my wife. Because we live in Massachusetts, we are "lucky" that our relationship is recognized by our state. However, under the current law, we are denied 1,138 federal rights that our straight friends are automatically granted when they wed.   Today, this discrimination is over!   We are elated that the Supreme Court ruled in favor of fairness and equality by striking down DOMA and Prop 8. Our ancient Jewish values teach us that we all are created B'tzelem Elohim (in God's Image) and our current laws violated this sacred principle by refusing to recognize and protect LGBTQ relationships.   The overwhelming majority of American Jews support equal marriage (81%, 2012 Public Religion Research Institute) and this is a proud day for us all.   On this anniversary, I celebrate not only our relationship, but the hundreds of thousands of other LGBTQ Americans who will be able to access this fundamental right.   Throughout the day, we will be updating this page with information about public celebrations and resources:   Ready to tie the knot? Find a rabbi in our Equality Guide! Check out our for resources for an LGBTQ Jewish wedding. Thank you for all you've done to help us reach this day. Onward together to full equality!   B'Shalom, Idit Klein Executive Director, Keshet   Your Jewish guide for celebrating PRIDE:  http://www.keshetonline.org/pride/