Pre-order Audra McDonald’s new solo album and support Freedom to Marry!
Posted on May 15, 2013 at 10:30 am
Until Monday, May 20, Freedom to Marry supporters have the opportunity to pre-order Audra McDonald's new solo album, 'Go Back Home' using the promo code FREEDOM. Nonesuch Records will donate $1 to Freedom to Marry for every album pre-ordered at nonsuch.com using the "FREEDOM" promo code at check-out.
President Obama applauds NBA player Jason Collins on coming out
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 at 12:00 pm
In a press conference today, President Barack Obama commented on big news from the sports world yesterday: Jason Collins, a Center for the NBA, came out as a gay man. Collins is now the first openly gay male athlete in a major American sports league.
Chicago athletes urge Illinois legislature to support marriage law
Posted on Mar 08, 2013 at 01:00 pm
Yesterday, four renowned Chicago athletes - including Chicago Cubs Hall-of-Famer Ernie Banks - urged legislators in Illinois to support the freedom to marry. "Discrimination is wrong, no matter whom the target is," they wrote in a joint letter.
Black History Month: Black voices speak out in support of same-sex couples
Posted on Feb 20, 2013 at 06:30 pm
Contemporary black voices are making history every day by raising their voices proudly in favor of the freedom to marry for same-sex couples. This month, during Black History Month, we take time to examine how these important voices are shaping the conversation and making history with their support
6 Academy Award nominees speak out for the freedom to marry
Posted on Feb 20, 2013 at 02:15 pm
Many of this year's Oscar nominees have been longtime, ardent supporters of the LGBT community and of the freedom to marry. Here are six great quotes from Oscar-nominated artists who support gay and lesbian people and the freedom to marry!
10 Grammy-nominated musicians raise their voices in support of same-sex couples
Posted on Feb 08, 2013 at 12:45 pm
Many of the artists who have been nominated for Grammy Awards this year have been vocally and fervently supportive of the LGBT community, same-sex couples, and the freedom to marry. Here are ten great quotes from Grammy-nominated artists who support the freedom to marry!
Marriage takes center stage in the 2012 Out 100
Posted on Nov 15, 2012 at 04:15 pm
In this year's Out 100, Out magazine's countdown of the 100 most compelling lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people in the world, the freedom to marry took center stage. In addition to profiling a number of outspoken advocates who have pushed for the freedom to marry, the magazine also spotlighted two of our favorite same-sex couples and a Freedom to Marry board member, Jordan Roth.
WATCH: Teaser trailer for all-star Freedom to Love Now! benefit concert in NYC
Posted on Oct 19, 2012 at 10:30 am
Nearly a dozen musical acts will take the stage on October 30, including "We Are Young" radio darlings fun., singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright, and The National! Watch this teaser trailer and buy tickets. If you buy before Sunday night, you'll be entered into a chance to win a VIP package!
Newlywed Anne Hathaway will donate money from wedding photos to marriage campaign
Posted on Oct 16, 2012 at 02:30 pm
Actress Anne Hathaway is doing her part to ensure that same-sex couples across the country can enjoy a fairytale wedding like hers; this week, she announced that she'll be donating some of the sales from her wedding photographs to non-profits advocating for marriage for same-sex couples, including Freedom to Marry.
Minnesota athletes speak out against marriage amendment
Posted on Oct 16, 2012 at 12:30 pm
This week, two prominent athletes in Minnesota have spoken out against the proposed constitutional amendment in Minnesota that would permanently limit the freedom to marry. Out WNBA star Seimone Augustus and Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe have each lent some of their spotlight to opposing the amendment in their state.