as news spread moments from jupilation. and for the man who brought the case justice was served. >> it confirms what millions across the country already know to be true in our hearts. our love is equal. he married his husband in maryland which allows same-sex marriage. they moved to ohio which does not. when john died he fought to be listed on the death certificate as's husband. the case presented the court with two questions. should same-sex unions be recognized under every state and are they under the amendment of equal protection under the law? >>> for those families today was a triumph. >> it was so much more important and so much bigger than just adding my name to my son's birth certificate. >> most importantly, i'd like to thank john. for loving me making me a better man, and giving me something worth fighting for. i love you. this is for you, john. >>> and for the president it was a big win. yesterday another historic decision at the supreme court, keeping key portions of the -- act. >> on the flip side are a signifi