Montgomery Council Throws Support Behind Equal Benefits Law
Posted on Nov 03, 2009 at 12:14 pm
News8.net (Rockville, MD)
November 3, 2009
The Montgomery County Council has introduced the Equal Benefits Bill, which would give contractors and subcontractors working for the county who are in a union with a partner of the same sex the same benefits as county employees who are in the same type of union. [Link]
November 3, 2009
The Montgomery County Council has introduced the Equal Benefits Bill, which would give contractors and subcontractors working for the county who are in a union with a partner of the same sex the same benefits as county employees who are in the same type of union. [Link]
Op-Ed: Maine and Marriage
Posted on Nov 03, 2009 at 12:11 pm
The Baltimore Sun
November 3, 2009
The Baltimore Sun editorial board writes that although it believes "recent experience in California and elsewhere should dampen [Election Day] expectations" of supporters of Maine's marriage equality law, "it would be a mistake to believe this country's movement toward equal rights for gays and lesbians is losing momentum." [Link]
November 3, 2009
The Baltimore Sun editorial board writes that although it believes "recent experience in California and elsewhere should dampen [Election Day] expectations" of supporters of Maine's marriage equality law, "it would be a mistake to believe this country's movement toward equal rights for gays and lesbians is losing momentum." [Link]
Maryland Black Family Alliance (MBFA) Premieres Film: “Maryland Voices of Equality!”
Posted on Oct 19, 2009 at 11:12 am
Maryland Black Family AllianceOctober 19, 2009
"Maryland Voices of Equality" - directed by Kalima Young of the award-winning Kubla Khan Productions - features MBFA leaders, members, straight African-American allies, elected officials, pastors, community leaders, civil rights activists, students, mothers and fathers, all standing up for fairness, justice and equality for gays and lesbians. The premiere and forum are free of charge. [Link]
Event Details:
Thursday, October 22, 2009
6:00pm - Reception 7:00 - 9:00 pm, Film Premiere and Program
Coppin State University
Moot Court Room, 509 Health and Human Services Building
2500 W. North Avenue, Baltimore, MD
DIRECTIONS: http://www.coppin.edu/CIVS/directions.aspx
Marriage Equality: Where Politics and Empathy Collide
Posted on Aug 31, 2009 at 08:30 am
CurrentMom
August 27, 2009
A therapist tells of meeting with her Maryland state senator to share her views about the freedom to marry and having that state senator tell her, "I've prayed about it, and I just believe that marriage is between a man and a woman." It’s the classic politician's answer - unassailable, really, as it's a statement of personal belief. [Link]
August 27, 2009
A therapist tells of meeting with her Maryland state senator to share her views about the freedom to marry and having that state senator tell her, "I've prayed about it, and I just believe that marriage is between a man and a woman." It’s the classic politician's answer - unassailable, really, as it's a statement of personal belief. [Link]
Opinion: A Marriage Like Any Other
Posted on Aug 27, 2009 at 12:24 pm
The Washington Post
August 27, 2009
Rich Madaleno Kensington, a Democrat from the 18th District in the Maryland Senate, talks about why "achieving the freedom to marry, and removing a restriction that impedes the development of secure families, is a matter of fundamental social justice that needs vocal champions." [Link]
August 27, 2009
Rich Madaleno Kensington, a Democrat from the 18th District in the Maryland Senate, talks about why "achieving the freedom to marry, and removing a restriction that impedes the development of secure families, is a matter of fundamental social justice that needs vocal champions." [Link]
OPINION: Maryland Should Be a Leader on Marriage Equality
Posted on Aug 25, 2009 at 11:47 am
The Baltimore Sun
August 25, 2009
"One of the key things holding us back is legislative leadership in Annapolis, and that's particularly puzzling when no state legislator across the country has ever lost his or her office because of voting for marriage equality for gay Americans," says Scott Davenport, board president of Equality Maryland and Managing Director of Freedom to Marry. [Link]
August 25, 2009
"One of the key things holding us back is legislative leadership in Annapolis, and that's particularly puzzling when no state legislator across the country has ever lost his or her office because of voting for marriage equality for gay Americans," says Scott Davenport, board president of Equality Maryland and Managing Director of Freedom to Marry. [Link]
We’re just like you
Posted on Aug 10, 2009 at 05:42 pm
Baltimore Sun
August 7, 2009
It's time for Maryland to recognize marriages of same-sex couples from other jurisdictions. (Link)
August 7, 2009
It's time for Maryland to recognize marriages of same-sex couples from other jurisdictions. (Link)
Maryland Delegate Saqib Ali: Marriage Equality has gone from being a niche issue to the most pressin
Posted on Jul 31, 2009 at 08:43 am
Gazette.Net
July 31, 2009
I am the first Muslim in the Maryland legislature, but I recognize that if I tried to enforce religion by law — as in a theocracy — I would be doing a disservice to both my constituents and to my religion. [Link]
July 31, 2009
I am the first Muslim in the Maryland legislature, but I recognize that if I tried to enforce religion by law — as in a theocracy — I would be doing a disservice to both my constituents and to my religion. [Link]
Maryland Governor Open to Recognizing Out-of-State Marriages of Same-Sex Couples
Posted on Jul 06, 2009 at 08:22 pm
The Washington Post
July 6, 2009
During a radio show this morning, Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley (D) suggested he was open to honoring marriages of same-sex couples performed in other states -- something he hasn't said publicly before -- with several caveats. "If a person has those rights under another state. ... I think we probably should respect those rights," O'Malley said during an appearance on WTOP radio's "Ask the Governor." O'Malley, however, also made clear that his preference remains legalizing civil unions -- and not freedom to marry -- in Maryland, and his aides labored to describe the evolving legal, legislative and political contexts in which his remarks were made. [Link]
July 6, 2009
During a radio show this morning, Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley (D) suggested he was open to honoring marriages of same-sex couples performed in other states -- something he hasn't said publicly before -- with several caveats. "If a person has those rights under another state. ... I think we probably should respect those rights," O'Malley said during an appearance on WTOP radio's "Ask the Governor." O'Malley, however, also made clear that his preference remains legalizing civil unions -- and not freedom to marry -- in Maryland, and his aides labored to describe the evolving legal, legislative and political contexts in which his remarks were made. [Link]
Cynthia Nixon speaks out for equality
Posted on Jun 05, 2009 at 11:38 am
Washington Blade
June 5, 2009
She may be best known for playing lawyer Miranda Hobbes on “Sex and the City,” but actress Cynthia Nixon is quickly becoming known for another role — LGBT rights activist. Nixon is coming to town this weekend to receive an Out for Equality Award at Equality Maryland’s eighth annual Night Out for Equality event, to be held at the Marriott Bethesda North Hotel and Conference Center. (Link)
June 5, 2009
She may be best known for playing lawyer Miranda Hobbes on “Sex and the City,” but actress Cynthia Nixon is quickly becoming known for another role — LGBT rights activist. Nixon is coming to town this weekend to receive an Out for Equality Award at Equality Maryland’s eighth annual Night Out for Equality event, to be held at the Marriott Bethesda North Hotel and Conference Center. (Link)