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(Saturday, September 21, 1996, 12:50 a.m. EDT) — U.S. President Bill Clinton signed the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) today denying federal recognition of same-sex marriages a day after saying the law should not be used as an excuse for discrimination, violence or intimidation against gays and lesbians. Continue reading U.S. President Bill Clinton signs Defense of Marriage Act 30 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 21 1996) →