Blog Entries by Michael Crawford
Illinois Civil Unions Begin
Posted on Jun 03, 2011 at 11:11 am
Illinois' civil union law went into effect earlier this week. The law provides responsibilities and protections for same-sex couples and is a step towards marriage.
George and Farid Want to Marry in New York
Posted on Jun 03, 2011 at 09:23 am
In a new Freedom to Marry video, George Constantinou and Farid Ali Lancheros talk about why they want to marry in New York.
Watch: Mayor Mike Bloomberg’s Speech on Marriage
Posted on May 27, 2011 at 08:40 am
New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg delivered an impassioned speech yesterday calling for the passage of marriage legislation this legislative session.
Watch: Phoenix Suns Point Guard Steve Nash Comes Out for Marriage
Posted on May 25, 2011 at 09:02 am
Steve Nash, the Phoenix Suns point guard, has added his name to the number of professional athletes, celebrities, politicians, and other New Yorkers who support the freedom to marry.
Minnesota Legislature Passes a Proposed Constitutional Amendment
Posted on May 24, 2011 at 12:42 pm
The Minnesota legislature passed a proposed amendment to the state's constitution that will go on the ballot in November 2012.
The Beginning of the End of the Same-Sex Marriage Debate?
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 12:28 pm
Robert P. Jones, Ph.D. CEO and Founder of the Public Religion Research Institute looks at The New Majority in the Same-Sex Marriage Debate.
Watch: Gov. Andrew Cuomo Urges Passage of Marriage Legislation
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 10:06 am
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo taped a video urging residents of the state to contact their legislators in support of the freedom to marry.
Wealthy Republican Donors Supporting New York Marriage Campaign
Posted on May 19, 2011 at 09:28 am
Key support for winning marriage in New York is coming from some conservative donors.
Chair of New York Independence Party Supports Marriage
Posted on May 17, 2011 at 02:20 pm
On Monday, the chairman of New York's third-largest political party vocalized his support for the freedom to marry
New York Ranger Sean Avery Comes Out for Marriage
Posted on May 09, 2011 at 01:48 pm
New York Ranger Sean Avery became the first professional athlete in New York to announce his support for the freedom to marry.