Sen. Barack Obama and his wife Michelle issued the following statement on learning of the death of longtime lesbian activist and civil rights pioneer Del Martin.

Michelle and I were deeply saddened to hear that Del Martin had passed. Del committed her life to fighting discrimination and promoting equality. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her spouse Phyllis Lyon, and all those who were touched by her life.

For more on Sen. Obama’s response to Martin’s passing, visit the Obama campaign website.

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