Quote of the Week
Posted on Jul 06, 2008 at 04:34 pm
"It's impossible to say you're a 'pro-family' politician and then vote to relegate some families to second-class status."—Steve Ralls, The Huffington Post, 7/8/08
Ark. anti-gay ballot measure backers to submit signatures
Posted on Jul 03, 2008 at 11:16 am
Associated Press
July 2, 2008
Supporters of a ballot measure aimed at banning gays and lesbians from adopting or fostering children said Wednesday they're ready to submit petitions to place their measure on the November ballot. (Link)
July 2, 2008
Supporters of a ballot measure aimed at banning gays and lesbians from adopting or fostering children said Wednesday they're ready to submit petitions to place their measure on the November ballot. (Link)
Arizona Governor: Anti-marriage referendum unnecessary
Posted on Jul 03, 2008 at 11:12 am
The Arizona Republic
July 3, 2008
Gov. Janet Napolitano said Wednesday that she opposes amending the Arizona Constitution to exclude same-sex couples from marriage and called a fall referendum on the issue unnecessary. (Link)
July 3, 2008
Gov. Janet Napolitano said Wednesday that she opposes amending the Arizona Constitution to exclude same-sex couples from marriage and called a fall referendum on the issue unnecessary. (Link)
Editorial: How McCain, Obama differ on anti-marriage proposition
Posted on Jul 03, 2008 at 11:00 am
Mercury News
July 3, 2008
The editorial staff notes that marriage equality is a civil rights issue and opines that Obama's stance against the anti-marriage initiative in California "makes for a better president."
July 3, 2008
The editorial staff notes that marriage equality is a civil rights issue and opines that Obama's stance against the anti-marriage initiative in California "makes for a better president."
Marriage’s Financial Pros and Cons
Posted on Jul 03, 2008 at 10:55 am
U.S. News & World Report
July 3, 2008
Eight financial facts about tying the knot, something all couples need to consider as they shape their lives together. (Link)
July 3, 2008
Eight financial facts about tying the knot, something all couples need to consider as they shape their lives together. (Link)
Court ruling brings hope to Upstate pair
Posted on Jul 03, 2008 at 08:43 am
The Post-Standard
July 3, 2008
For three years, Patricia Martinez and Lisa Golden, of Chili, outside of Rochester, sought a marriage that would give them legal protections and rights. "We didn't want a collection of invalid marriages," Martinez said. "We wanted one that was going to be legal." [Link]
July 3, 2008
For three years, Patricia Martinez and Lisa Golden, of Chili, outside of Rochester, sought a marriage that would give them legal protections and rights. "We didn't want a collection of invalid marriages," Martinez said. "We wanted one that was going to be legal." [Link]
California Dreaming: Homophobia Will Not Determine this Election
Posted on Jul 02, 2008 at 06:48 pm
Huffington Post
July 1, 2008
Joe Solmonese, President of the Human Rights Campaign, explains why the California Supreme Court's decision to uphold the freedom to marry will not affect the 2008 election. (Link)
July 1, 2008
Joe Solmonese, President of the Human Rights Campaign, explains why the California Supreme Court's decision to uphold the freedom to marry will not affect the 2008 election. (Link)
Marriage Equality in California: until deportation do us part?
Posted on Jul 02, 2008 at 06:37 pm
Washington Post
July 2, 2008
A profile of a binational couple with a child who will not be protected from deportation by getting married in California since immigration status is a federal issue. (Link)
July 2, 2008
A profile of a binational couple with a child who will not be protected from deportation by getting married in California since immigration status is a federal issue. (Link)
Chinese Media Changing Its Tune on Marriage Equality
Posted on Jul 02, 2008 at 06:23 pm
New American Media
July 2, 2008
Chinese papers are shifting to cover the personal stories about marriage equality, reflecting a shift in their audience too. (Link)
July 2, 2008
Chinese papers are shifting to cover the personal stories about marriage equality, reflecting a shift in their audience too. (Link)
In Maryland, Less Bingo, More Health Coverage Start Today
Posted on Jul 02, 2008 at 11:29 am
Washington Post
July 1, 2008
Gay and lesbian couples will have new rights, as 189 laws take effect in Maryland. (Link)
July 1, 2008
Gay and lesbian couples will have new rights, as 189 laws take effect in Maryland. (Link)