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Happy Marriage Equality Day, New York!

Andrew Belonsky July 24, 2011

It's a monumental day here in New York State, where hundreds of same-sex couples are planning to take advantage of our new marriage equality … [Read more...] about Happy Marriage Equality Day, New York!

Topics: History, Music, News More Posts About: gay marriage, gay marriage begins new york, gay marriage new york, marriage equality new york, New York, New York, new york gay marriage, News

Lesbian Couple Claims Dollywood Discriminated Over ‘Marriage Is So Gay’ Shirt:’ Video

Andrew Belonsky July 23, 2011

Dolly Parton has a history of pro-equality politics. The employees at her Tennessee-based amusement park? Not so much.Lesbian couple Olivia Odom and … [Read more...] about Lesbian Couple Claims Dollywood Discriminated Over ‘Marriage Is So Gay’ Shirt:’ Video

Topics: History, News, Politics More Posts About: discrimination, Dolly Parton, News

President Obama and Pentagon Certify ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal

Andy Towle July 22, 2011

Above, Obama signs DADT certification. Official White House photo by Pete Souza. This afternoon, President Obama and the Service Chiefs of the U.S. … [Read more...] about President Obama and Pentagon Certify ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal

Topics: History, Military, News, Religion More Posts About: Don't Ask Don't tell, Military, News

Stephen Colbert’s Gay History Lesson: VIDEO

Andy Towle July 22, 2011

Stephen Colbert last night issued a warning about California's new LGBT History bill for its schools.Says Colbert: "Bringing gay history in … [Read more...] about Stephen Colbert’s Gay History Lesson: VIDEO

Topics: History, News More Posts About: California, California, education, News, Stephen Colbert, Stephen Colbert

Everyone’s a Winner in NYC’s Same-Sex Marriage Lottery: City Will Accommodate All 823 Couples on Sunday

Andy Towle July 22, 2011

Every couple who entered NYC's marriage equality lottery has come out a winner. 823 couples applied in the lottery for the chance to be married on … [Read more...] about Everyone’s a Winner in NYC’s Same-Sex Marriage Lottery: City Will Accommodate All 823 Couples on Sunday

Topics: History, News More Posts About: gay marriage, New York, New York, News, NY marriage equality

On Religious Exemptions to Civil Rights

Ari Ezra Waldman July 20, 2011

(image from ny marriage equality battle in albany, 2011)BY ARI EZRA WALDMAN Whenever same-sex marriage finds a new home, whether in … [Read more...] about On Religious Exemptions to Civil Rights

Topics: History, News, Religion, Society More Posts About: Ari Ezra Waldman, Law - Gay, LGBT, News

Watch LIVE: Senate Judiciary Committee Hearings on DOMA Repeal

Andy Towle July 20, 2011

 UPDATE: The hearings have adjourned.The first hearings on the 'Respect for Marriage Act', the bill which would repeal the so-called 'Defense of … [Read more...] about Watch LIVE: Senate Judiciary Committee Hearings on DOMA Repeal

Topics: Education, History More Posts About: Julie Bindel

MUSIC NEWS: Basement Jaxx, Keith Mina Caputo, Rilo Kiley, New Order, Austra, Magnetic Fields, Big Freedia, Take That

Norman Brannon July 19, 2011

BY NORMAN BRANNON Norman Brannon is a pop critic, musician, and author based in New York City. He presents a weekly music update here on … [Read more...] about MUSIC NEWS: Basement Jaxx, Keith Mina Caputo, Rilo Kiley, New Order, Austra, Magnetic Fields, Big Freedia, Take That

Topics: Coming Out, History, Music, towleroad More Posts About: |Music Sponsor:|, Adele, Adele, B-52s, Basement Jaxx, Lykke Li, MP3, Music Recommendations, music video, Norman Brannon, Take That, Transgender

A List of Witnesses Speaking at Tomorrow’s DOMA Repeal Hearing, and Some Information on Each of Them

Andy Towle July 19, 2011

As I mentioned last week, Senator Patrick Leahy, (D-VT), is holding the first hearing on the repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act tomorrow … [Read more...] about A List of Witnesses Speaking at Tomorrow’s DOMA Repeal Hearing, and Some Information on Each of Them

Topics: Education, History, News More Posts About: discrimination, DOMA, DOMA, gay marriage, News

Headlines You May Have Missed Over the Weekend

Andy Towle July 18, 2011

Here are some headlines you may have missed over the weekend. More whiplash on 'DADT': Ninth Circuit Reverses Part of DADT … [Read more...] about Headlines You May Have Missed Over the Weekend

Topics: History, Pride More Posts About: Julie Bindel

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