Apple donates $100,000 to fight Calif. marriage ban
Posted on Oct 24, 2008 at 04:00 pm
Los Angeles Times
October 24, 2008
The Cupertino, Calif.-based company said in a statement: "Apple was among the first California companies to offer equal rights and benefits to our employees' same-sex partners, and we strongly believe that a person's fundamental rights-- including the right to marry -- should not be affected by their sexual orientation. Apple views this as a civil rights issue, rather than just a political issue, and is therefore speaking out publicly against Proposition 8." [Link]
October 24, 2008
The Cupertino, Calif.-based company said in a statement: "Apple was among the first California companies to offer equal rights and benefits to our employees' same-sex partners, and we strongly believe that a person's fundamental rights-- including the right to marry -- should not be affected by their sexual orientation. Apple views this as a civil rights issue, rather than just a political issue, and is therefore speaking out publicly against Proposition 8." [Link]
EDITORIAL: Proposition 8’s defeat would be good for business
Posted on Oct 21, 2008 at 10:06 am
San Francisco Business Times
October 17, 2008
"To be sure, there is no escaping or mistaking the moral essence of this measure. For us, Prop. 8 fails this test badly: It is morally deficient to codify intolerance, and wrong to deprive certain citizens of basic rights on no higher grounds than the prejudice of others. But the presence among Prop. 8 detractors of major California companies like PG&E, AT&T, Google and Levi Strauss illustrates that this issue speaks to economics as well, if somewhat more quietly than to equity and civil liberty. Prop. 8 fails this test, too, pointing California toward a less promising future." [Link]
Read more about the economic impact of inequality.
October 17, 2008
"To be sure, there is no escaping or mistaking the moral essence of this measure. For us, Prop. 8 fails this test badly: It is morally deficient to codify intolerance, and wrong to deprive certain citizens of basic rights on no higher grounds than the prejudice of others. But the presence among Prop. 8 detractors of major California companies like PG&E, AT&T, Google and Levi Strauss illustrates that this issue speaks to economics as well, if somewhat more quietly than to equity and civil liberty. Prop. 8 fails this test, too, pointing California toward a less promising future." [Link]
Read more about the economic impact of inequality.
Study: Cost of domestic partner benefits could be limited
Posted on Oct 06, 2008 at 09:59 am
Government Executive
October 3, 2008
"The costs of expanding the benefits [for states] has been negligible; the process has been smooth; potential employees have been attracted by the benefits and current employees have been more inclined to remain; and providing the benefits has in turn lowered the cost of other social services, leading to net savings," authors Winnie Stachelberg, Josh Rosenthal and Claire Stein-Ross stated. [Link]
Read more social science findings.
October 3, 2008
"The costs of expanding the benefits [for states] has been negligible; the process has been smooth; potential employees have been attracted by the benefits and current employees have been more inclined to remain; and providing the benefits has in turn lowered the cost of other social services, leading to net savings," authors Winnie Stachelberg, Josh Rosenthal and Claire Stein-Ross stated. [Link]
Read more social science findings.
Our position on California’s No on 8 campaign
Posted on Sep 29, 2008 at 08:33 am
The Official Google Blog
September 26, 2008
"[W]hile there are many objections to this proposition -- further government encroachment on personal lives, ambiguously written text -- it is the chilling and discriminatory effect of the proposition on many of our employees that brings Google to publicly oppose Proposition 8." [Link]
September 26, 2008
"[W]hile there are many objections to this proposition -- further government encroachment on personal lives, ambiguously written text -- it is the chilling and discriminatory effect of the proposition on many of our employees that brings Google to publicly oppose Proposition 8." [Link]
Levi’s joining to defeat Calif. anti-marriage initiative
Posted on Sep 26, 2008 at 09:59 am
Associated Press
September 25, 2008
Levi Strauss & Co. is putting its famous pockets behind defeating a ballot initiative that would end marriage for same-sex couples in California. (Link)
September 25, 2008
Levi Strauss & Co. is putting its famous pockets behind defeating a ballot initiative that would end marriage for same-sex couples in California. (Link)
Amendment 2 bad for South Florida business
Posted on Aug 22, 2008 at 01:32 pm
Miami Herald
August 18, 2008
A proposed amendment to Florida's constitution on the November ballot could adversely impact our business development efforts. Florida Amendment 2, the so-called marriage protection amendment, is an example of unnecessary government intrusion in people's personal lives that could diminish Florida's ability to attract businesses to expand or relocate here. [Link]
August 18, 2008
A proposed amendment to Florida's constitution on the November ballot could adversely impact our business development efforts. Florida Amendment 2, the so-called marriage protection amendment, is an example of unnecessary government intrusion in people's personal lives that could diminish Florida's ability to attract businesses to expand or relocate here. [Link]
Now on the Hallmark aisle: Gay wedding cards
Posted on Aug 21, 2008 at 09:30 am
The Associated Press
August 21, 2008
The language inside the cards is neutral, with no mention of wedding or marriage, making them also suitable for a commitment ceremony. Hallmark says the move is a response to consumer demand, not any political pressure. "It's our goal to be as relevant as possible to as many people as we can," Hallmark spokeswoman Sarah Gronberg Kolell said. [Link]
August 21, 2008
The language inside the cards is neutral, with no mention of wedding or marriage, making them also suitable for a commitment ceremony. Hallmark says the move is a response to consumer demand, not any political pressure. "It's our goal to be as relevant as possible to as many people as we can," Hallmark spokeswoman Sarah Gronberg Kolell said. [Link]
A Long-Term Commitment
Posted on Jul 30, 2008 at 12:52 pm
Entrepreneur.com
July 30, 2008
For Twisted Limb Paperworks LLCowner Sheryl Woodhouse-Keese, marketing to the gay and lesbian community has been a part of her philosophy since founding the small, Indiana-based stationery business 10 years ago. She says her LGBT customers are loyal, patronizing her store for not only wedding stationery, but also other important occasions. [Link]
July 30, 2008
For Twisted Limb Paperworks LLCowner Sheryl Woodhouse-Keese, marketing to the gay and lesbian community has been a part of her philosophy since founding the small, Indiana-based stationery business 10 years ago. She says her LGBT customers are loyal, patronizing her store for not only wedding stationery, but also other important occasions. [Link]
Tourism Bureau Launches Marriage Sweepstakes
Posted on Jul 28, 2008 at 09:54 am
NBC San Diego
July 25, 2008
San Diego's official tourism and convention bureau is staging a "Here Comes the Pride" give away aimed at same sex couples. The San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau is offering free airline tickets, a five-night hotel stay and complimentary meals at some of San Diego's finest restaurants to the couple who submits the best essay describing why they want to get married in San Diego. [Link]
July 25, 2008
San Diego's official tourism and convention bureau is staging a "Here Comes the Pride" give away aimed at same sex couples. The San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau is offering free airline tickets, a five-night hotel stay and complimentary meals at some of San Diego's finest restaurants to the couple who submits the best essay describing why they want to get married in San Diego. [Link]
Big Labor Move For Marriage Equality
Posted on Jul 25, 2008 at 09:46 am
Gay City News
July 24, 2008
A resolution from the California Labor Federation said the group will "put forth energy and resources to educate and mobilize its members to vote against Proposition 8, and encourage its twenty-three member Central Labor Councils to do the same." [Link]
July 24, 2008
A resolution from the California Labor Federation said the group will "put forth energy and resources to educate and mobilize its members to vote against Proposition 8, and encourage its twenty-three member Central Labor Councils to do the same." [Link]