Decision invokes DOMA ruling, Ill. civil union law in reasoning
Pontiff spoke to reporters after leaving Brazil
Florida Republican only obstacle to advancing nomination
Growing number of activists have urged athletes to skip games
Singer Ricky Martin among those who support effort
Southern Poverty Law Center said organizations further inflame homophobia in country
N.Y. lawmaker calls on White House, Pentagon to support measure
Commission unanimously votes to allow same-sex couples to donate from joint bank account
Legislation included as part of financial services spending bill
Namesake of popular Dupont restaurant for more than 30 years
