Mildred Loving died today.  She was 68.

Her name may not mean much to many, until it is mentioned in the context of one of the most profound Supreme Court decisions of our time: Loving v Virginia.  This landmark case literally changed the complexion of marriage laws in the United States, and imposed limits on the states’ rights to unduly discriminate against its citizens. 

The courage of Richard and Mildred Loving to place their love above the antiquated laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia should embolden each and every one of us to fight discrimination every day.  Their actions stand in stark contrast to the efforts of so many today to infuse discrimination against a particular group into our Constitution.   

Remember in November, Florida. Vote No on 2.