Atlanta, GA – During a commencement speech for Morehouse College, President Obama made some statements that came up somewhat unexpectedly. During his speech that touched on themes of discrimination and oppression, he made discreet comments in support of gay families. Following a statement that stressed the importance of providing for a family – the school is known for its predominantly black, all-male student body – Obama told students “That’s what I’m asking all of you to do: Keep setting an example for what it means to be a man. Be the best husband to your wife, or your boyfriend, or your partner. Be the best father you can be to your children. Because nothing is more important.” When the students started to gossip in reaction, the president raised his finger to silence them in order to drive his point home. He drew parallels between African-American equality and LGBT equality, stating the “sting of discrimination” is an experience that many Americans can share. Obama went on to speak of LGBT discrimination, saying, “gay and lesbian Americans feel it when a stranger passes judgment on their parenting skills, or the love they can share.”