PRESS RELEASE: Anti-gay group attacks domestic violence law in court
Posted on Aug 29, 2006 at 12:14 pm
People for the American Way
August 29, 2006
An ultraconservative group argue a that Ohio's domestic violence law—which covers all couples, married or not—can't be applied to unmarried heterosexual couples because of the state's new constitutional provision prohibiting the recognition of the marriages of same-sex couples and prohibiting the recognition of "a legal status" for any unmarried couples "that intends to approximate the design, qualities, significance or effect of marriage." [link]
It’s all about relationships
Posted on May 26, 2006 at 12:17 pm
May 26, 2006
"Republicans, Democrats, LGBT friends and foes alike told the citizen lobbyists that the most important thing to do to influence lawmakers is to develop relationships, and communicate often." [link]
Phone company uses anti-gay messages to sell service
Posted on Mar 10, 2006 at 12:20 pm
March 10, 2006
A long distance phone carrier and internet service provider uses an anti-gay scheme to to randomly telemarket homes through two conservative nonprofits. Making the automated calls on behalf of the charities keeps company exempt from the national Do Not Call list.
Freedom to Marry Week includes Valentine’s Day
Posted on Feb 10, 2006 at 12:28 pm
February 10, 2006
National Freedom to Marry Week will be marked with activities across Ohio, coordinated by Ohio Freedom to Marry and Equality Ohio under the banner, "Families Warm the Heart." [link]
Ohio village stands against anti-gay State amendment
Posted on Mar 07, 2005 at 12:30 pm
March 7, 2005
The village of Yellow Springs passed a resolution opposing the Ohio State amendment banning marriage, civil unions and domestic partnerships for gay couples. The resolution also encourages community members to recognize the equality of all families. [link]
EDITORIAL: The Ohio amendment strikes back
Posted on Jan 24, 2005 at 12:34 pm
January 24, 2005
A vaguely worded amendment + some sharp lawyers = unintended consequences: a legal attack on domestic violence protections. All Ohio residents will pay the price defending against new challenges to laws no one suspected would be vulnerable. [link]
Okay, we lost Ohio. The question is why?
Posted on Dec 05, 2004 at 04:56 pm
December 5, 2004
The GOP put on a strong mobilization effort, but that's not what tipped the Ohio election. They did not turn Gore voters into Bush voters by offering a ride to the polls. Instead, it was skillful exploitation of public concern over terrorism by the Bush team -- coupled with Democrats' inability to draw clear, powerful contrasts on the economy and health care -- that pushed Bush over the finish line. [link]
Ohio marriage supporters gain powerful ally — the AARP
Posted on Oct 05, 2004 at 12:36 pm
October 5, 2004
The powerful 35 million member senior support and lobbying organization, the American Association of Retired People, has announced opposition to a state constitutional amendment. [link]