The Empire State Building Was Lit Up in Rainbow Colors
Grades: 5 - 12

Nancy Stokesberry recalls being in New York City when the Obergefell v. Hodges decision was announced and how the city celebrated. This video was created by Jett Rifkin, a student at Ladue Horton Watkins High School.


Teacher Resources for the Video:

    Discussion Questions:

  • Use the video in your exploration of constitutional issues. What constitutional issues were at play in this case? How would students analyze the Supreme Court’s decision on Obergefell v. Hodges? What aspects of the decision do they agree or disagree with and why?
    Activity Ideas:

  • Have students research and report on suits filed since the Obergefell v. Hodges decision which touch on this subject, such as a bakery refusing to make a wedding cake for a homosexual couple.
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