The Supreme Court likely will not issue opinions today on either the Proposition 8 or DOMA cases, SCOTUSblog reports. The Court will announce at least … [Read more...] about No Prop 8 or DOMA Rulings Today from Supreme Court
Archives for June 2013
Supreme Court Strikes Down Key Section of Voting Rights Act as Unconstitutional
In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court struck down Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act as unconstitutional. The law requires nine mostly-Southern states … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Strikes Down Key Section of Voting Rights Act as Unconstitutional
Ari Waldman Discusses SCOTUS, Discrimination, Affirmative Action, and the LGBT Community: VIDEO
As we all wait to hear from the Supreme Court on DOMA and Prop8, watch this short video where I discuss the implications of some of yesterday's … [Read more...] about Ari Waldman Discusses SCOTUS, Discrimination, Affirmative Action, and the LGBT Community: VIDEO
Many Questions Remain in Ousting of Outserve-SLDN Executive Director Allyson Robinson
Chris Johnson at the Washington Blade does a good job at summarizing the chaos over at Outserve-SLDN, where executive director Allyson Robinson, the … [Read more...] about Many Questions Remain in Ousting of Outserve-SLDN Executive Director Allyson Robinson
Grey Poupon Celebrates Gay Pride: PHOTO
Writes Grey Poupon on its Facebook page: "June is National Pride month. Though the festivities technically only last a month, we recommend … [Read more...] about Grey Poupon Celebrates Gay Pride: PHOTO
Lesbian Moms May Be First Approved for a Green Card if DOMA is Overturned: VIDEO
Catriona and Cathy's is another story of the struggle for binational couples affected by DOMA, but their is hope, attorney Lavi Soloway … [Read more...] about Lesbian Moms May Be First Approved for a Green Card if DOMA is Overturned: VIDEO
Here’s a ‘Fur’ Coat Made from More Than a Million Male Chest Hairs: PHOTOS
Unable to grow your own chest hair? Don't worry about it—for only $3,900 you can get your own coat of chest hair to keep you warm. Even stranger … [Read more...] about Here’s a ‘Fur’ Coat Made from More Than a Million Male Chest Hairs: PHOTOS
Skinhead Attack on French Gay Rights Activist Clément Meric Caught on Video: REPORT
Though none were initially thought to exist, French police reportedly have surveillance video which documents the fight with skinheads that killed gay … [Read more...] about Skinhead Attack on French Gay Rights Activist Clément Meric Caught on Video: REPORT
Song for a Steamy Day: Empire of the Sun’s ‘I’ll Be Around’: LISTEN
The Middle Eight introduces us to this track off Empire of the Sun's recent album Ice on the Dune which pulls its inspiration from Fleetwood … [Read more...] about Song for a Steamy Day: Empire of the Sun’s ‘I’ll Be Around’: LISTEN
13-Year-Old Colorado Hazing Victim Ostracized By Parents, Classmates
In February 2012, three upperclassmen wrestling team members from the small town of Norwood, Colorado tied down their 13-year-old team manager with … [Read more...] about 13-Year-Old Colorado Hazing Victim Ostracized By Parents, Classmates