Category Archives: Marriage Equality
New Hampshire Legislature Approves Gay Marriage
From the New York Times: BOSTON — The New Hampshire Senate approved revisions to a same-sex marriage bill on Wednesday morning, paving the way for an afternoon vote in the less-predictable House of Representatives. Lawmakers have been working on the bill for months; gay-rights supporters hope the latest changes will ensure it becomes law. The changes further [...]
Kate Kendell of NCLR on Prop 8: Now What?
Kate Kendell, Executive Director of the National Center for Lesbian Rights, speaks about Proposition 8, and what to do next.
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California Supreme Court Upholds Proposition 8
From the New York Times: SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The state Supreme Court has upheld a voter-approved ban on same-sex marriage, but also decided that the estimated 18,000 gay couples who tied the knot before the law took effect will stay wed. The decision Tuesday rejected an argument from gay rights activists that the ban [...]
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Both Sides Await Court Decision on Same-Sex Marriage in California
From the New York Times: SAN FRANCISCO — After more than 30 years together, Brent Lok and Wade French have accumulated more than a few possessions, including a hilltop home, an impressive collection of Asian art and, alongside their diplomas, vacation photos and family portraits, a framed marriage license, dated June 17, 2008. Wade French [...]
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La Cage aux Democrats – Obama and Gay Rights
Frank Rich, from the New York Times: THE most potent word in our new president’s lexicon — change — has been heard much less since his inspiring campaign gave way to the hard realities of governing. But on Tuesday night, the irresistible Obama brand made an unexpected and pointed cameo appearance on America’s most popular [...]
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New England economy could see gay-marriage boost