The Freedom to Marry expected to create Wedding-related Jobs in D.C.
Posted on Mar 10, 2010 at 03:37 pm
Georgetown residents Christopher Cahill and Richard Marshall consider the $75,000 wedding that they're planning for June to be their own "personal stimulus package" for the District economy. And local businesses are already seeing the dollar signs.
Voice for Equality: Cummins, Inc. of Indiana
Posted on Feb 02, 2010 at 10:00 am
Cummins, Inc. is a corporation of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service diesel and natural gas engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana, USA Cummins serves its customers through a network of more than 500 Company-owned and independent distributor locations and approximately 5,200 dealer locations in more than 190 countries and territories. While more than 51% of Cummins' business comes from operations outside of the United States, the company remains one of the largest employers in the state of Indiana. Learn more here.As the Republican controlled Indiana state senate moved to vote 38-10 for a constitutional ban on marriage for gay couples last week, Fortune 500 member Cummins, Inc. said, "No." The CEO of Cummins sent a representative with his letter stating, "...inequity in marital status has no place in Indiana." [Link] This is not Cummins' first time weighing in on marriage equality. Back in March of 2007, when Indiana was considering a ban on the freedom to marry, an executive from Cummins Inc. said the amendment would make it harder for the big engine maker to recruit quality employees to Indiana. "Anything that makes Indiana less inclusive and less welcoming for our current employees and for our future employees makes it more difficult for Cummins to compete," said Mark Osowick, Cummins' recruiting director. "This amendment would do just that by sending a message that Indiana is not tolerant of diversity." [Link]
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Partner denied FMLA sick leave by ATT
Posted on Feb 01, 2010 at 08:51 am
dallasvoice.com January 29, 2010
Bryan Dickenson and Bill Sugg have been together for 30 years. After Sugg suffered a debilitating stroke in September, Dickinson requested time off from his job at AT&T under the federal Family Medical Leave Act to care for his partner. But AT&T is refusing to grant Dickenson the 12 weeks of leave that would be afforded to a heterosexual spouse under the act. [Link]
Seven out of Ten LGBT Adults, Given the Choice, Prefer Jobs in States That Recognize Marriages of Sa
Posted on Oct 08, 2009 at 11:18 am
October 5, 2009
According to the 2009 Out & Equal Workplace Survey, other factors being equal, 71 percent of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) adults would prefer a job with an employer based in a state where marriage equality is recognized over an employer based in a state that does not yet recognize marriage equality for same-sex couples. When asked specifically of lesbian and gay adults, 79% or eight out of ten agree. (Link)
Vermont Prepares for Marriage Equality
Posted on Aug 24, 2009 at 11:12 pm
August 24, 2009
Vermont's marriage equality law takes effect September 1st. Some observers predict the state could see 1,000 marriage ceremonies for same-sex couples over the next three years, providing a big boost to tourism. [Link]
Breese Nation: The Fundraising Store - Keeps Sharing the Love
Posted on Aug 18, 2009 at 03:32 pm
New Marc Jacobs Tees Demand Right to Wed
Posted on Jul 29, 2009 at 08:15 am
the Cut Icon of America’s Roadways Recognizes Marriage Equality
Posted on Jul 23, 2009 at 07:38 pm
July 23, 2009
During a face-to-face meeting yesterday between Equality Florida and AAA South, top management at the 4th largest AAA affiliate in the country committed to recognizing all spouses, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. The policy allows married same-sex couples (whether married in other states or countries) to receive spousal discounts under AAA's Associate Membership program. [Link]
Iowa Entrepreneur Builds A Business to Help Support the Freedom to Marry
Posted on Jul 09, 2009 at 08:15 pm
July 9, 2009Iowa becomes a freedom to marry destination
Posted on Jul 09, 2009 at 12:14 pm
July 8, 2009
Since the Iowa Supreme Court legalized marriage equality in April, Iowans have been adjusting to their state's new status as a wedding destination for gay and lesbian couples. Some Iowa communities and businesses are eager to attract gay and lesbian visitors. The Iowa City/Coralville Convention and Visitors Bureau is developing an advertising campaign aimed at out-of-state gay couples. [Link]