Numerous high-profile companies came forward Wednesday in support of the Supreme Court's decision to effectively kill both the Defense of Marriage Act and California's Proposition 8. And while additional hurdles remain in the battle for marriage equality, there's little ambiguity on which side these companies stand:
Apple:
"Apple strongly supports marriage equality and we consider it a civil rights issue. We applaud the Supreme Court for its decisions today."
Starbucks:
"Equality is a core value of the company. Starbucks has offered domestic partner benefits to our partners for more than two decades. That said, we are very pleased with today’s ruling. Starbucks always puts our people first, and we will continue to advocate for equality inclusion."
Google:
"Google is fully supportive of equal rights for all."
Facebook:
"Approximately 70% of people on Facebook in the U.S. are connected to a friend who has expressly identified themselves as gay, lesbian or bisexual on their timeline. #PrideConnectsUs"
eBay:
"eBay is pleased with the Supreme Court’s decision strike down part of DOMA. As a growing global company with a diverse workforce of 31,500 employees worldwide, eBay embraces the core values of non-discrimination, diversity and inclusion. Our support for marriage equality is a natural extension of our support for eBay’s LGBT employees and a reflection of our company’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace."
NIKE, Inc.:
"NIKE, Inc., has long supported the recognition of same-sex civil marriage, domestic partnerships and workplace non-discrimination, and we are pleased the Supreme Court has ruled in favor of marriage equality. NIKE, Inc., endorsed and signed the business coalition amicus brief opposing the Defense of Marriage Act because we are a company committed to diversity and inclusion, and we believe all of our employees should be treated equally."
Gap:
Ben & Jerry's:
"We are proud that today's Supreme Court rulings are an historic step forward on the road to marriage equality."
Banana Republic:
"As a San Francisco based-brand, we celebrate the Supreme Court’s ruling moving California forward on the road to marriage equality."
Levi Strauss & Co.:
“We applaud the Supreme Court’s decisions in today’s historic rulings. Though the struggle is far from over, today is a pivotal step forward in the on-going fight for marriage equality."
Microsoft:
“Today’s decision turns the page on a law that made it more difficult for us to treat all of our employees, regardless of sexual orientation, equally. Microsoft joined dozens of corporations, organizations and governments in support of the challenge to DOMA because of the significant costs and administrative burdens it imposed on employers and because it interfered with our efforts to promote diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace.”
Jet Blue:
"We joined other leading companies in signing the amicus brief in support of the alignment of state and federal law, and are pleased to see today’s ruling in line with streamlined business practices and the general direction of the country."
MasterCard:
AT&T:
Instagram:
"Today, the Supreme Court of the United States handed down a landmark decision invalidating the Defense of Marriage Act, a law barring the federal government from recognizing same-sex marriage. The historic occasion is being documented on Instagram by the thousands of people who turned out in front of the Supreme Court—some even camping through the night—to hear the decision, which was announced shortly after 10 a.m. ET."
Johnson & Johnson:
“We are pleased with the Supreme Court’s decision... We believe that all lawfully married employees should be treated by our company in the same way.”
Ernst & Young:
"Ernst & Young is very committed to diversity and inclusiveness and we believe that difference matters, including the sexual orientation and gender identity of our LGBT professionals. Non-discrimination policies, benefits and other practices that include LGBT workers are essential for U.S. businesses as they compete for talent and customers. At Ernst & Young, we have found that to be especially true and have been on the forefront of offering our LGBT professionals spousal equivalency in our benefits, policies and practices. We are proud that our actions with same-sex domestic partner benefits align with the decisions made today and are happy for the recognition afforded to our LGBT professionals."
Mondelēz International (Oreos Maker):
"At Mondelēz International, being open and inclusive is one of our core values and essential to our growth strategy. Our commitment includes welcoming each employee’s unique skills and perspectives. And it extends beyond the workplace, too, where we have a long history of support for underrepresented communities. We heartily support equal rights for LGBT people."
Marc Jacobs:
UBS:
"UBS is pleased with today's decision, as our firm is committed to equality for all our employees and maintaining an inclusive workplace. We were proud to be one of the firms who signed the amicus brief in support of the repeal of DOMA."
Citi:
"As a signatory to the amicus brief in support of Edith Windsor and the overturn of the Defense of Marriage Act, Citi welcomes today's ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court. Citi promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced and where our differences are valued and respected."
Orbitz:
“Orbitz has a long-history and deep commitment to promoting tolerance, non-discrimination and equality as an integral part of our employment practices as well as our marketing efforts... we applaud today’s Supreme Court decision.”
Cisco:
"We have a history of promoting inclusion and diversity in the workplace, bringing together people with unique life experiences, cultures and backgrounds to promote a creative, innovative and collaborative environment. We have a strong commitment to respecting one another, treating employees equally and creating workplace equality."
Goldman Sachs:
“Today’s decisions help define who we are as a people, whether or not we are part of the group directly affected." - Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein
Marriott International:
Moody's:
"We welcome today's Supreme Court rulings on marriage equality as a significant step forward in ensuring workplace equality."
Expedia:
Expedia is a global organization. Our employees bring an infinite amount of life experience and insight with them when they come to work every day. We thrive as an organization because we embrace that diversity – diversity of opinion, of orientation, of race. Today’s Supreme Court decisions are an important step forward for diversity and equal rights, and we applaud them.
Know of any other companies responding to the Supreme Court's rulings today? Email catherine.taibi@huffingtonpost.com.
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