One of the two federal lawsuits challenging Virginia’s same-sex marriage ban is set to have its first court hearing take place in Norfolk on January … [Read more...] about Hearing Scheduled in Virginia Marriage Equality Case
Supreme Court
NM County Clerk Who Spearheaded Marriage Equality Charge Donates Leftover Funds to Protect It
In late August, New Mexico's Doña Ana County made history when it began issuing marriage licenses to gay couples. County Clerk Lynn Ellins was … [Read more...] about NM County Clerk Who Spearheaded Marriage Equality Charge Donates Leftover Funds to Protect It
Maryland Will Recognize Same-Sex Marriages Performed in Utah
Maryland's Attorney General Douglas Gansler says the state will recognize same-sex marriages performed in Utah before the Supreme Court stay on a … [Read more...] about Maryland Will Recognize Same-Sex Marriages Performed in Utah
Rep. Randy Weber (R-TX) Introduces Bill Barring Feds from Recognizing Same-Sex Marriages if State Bans Them
Rep. Randy Weber (R-TX) introduced a heinous piece of of anti-gay conservative federal legislation today called "The State Marriage Defense Act … [Read more...] about Rep. Randy Weber (R-TX) Introduces Bill Barring Feds from Recognizing Same-Sex Marriages if State Bans Them
1,300+ Same-Sex Marriages ‘On Hold’ in Utah. Now What Happens? Are They Valid?
There's a rule of thumb in marriage law: marriages are valid when and where performed. In other words, if you married in … [Read more...] about 1,300+ Same-Sex Marriages ‘On Hold’ in Utah. Now What Happens? Are They Valid?
News: Sochi, Whale Calves, David Lynch, Utah
Meryl Streep goes off on Hollywood awards season, Walt Disney. Is David Lynch returning to Twin Peaks? Not so fast, says Mark Frost. Author Samuel R. … [Read more...] about News: Sochi, Whale Calves, David Lynch, Utah
Utah Says It Won’t Recognize Validity of Gay Marriages Performed Before SCOTUS Stay
Dear Cabinet, I’m sure you are all aware of the issuance of the stay regarding same-sex marriage in … [Read more...] about Utah Says It Won’t Recognize Validity of Gay Marriages Performed Before SCOTUS Stay
Validity Of Utah Same-Sex Marriages Questioned, Will Likely Require Litigation
The window for same-sex marriages in Utah was short, and the aftermath may not be so sweet. Now that the Supreme Court has granted a stay on marriage … [Read more...] about Validity Of Utah Same-Sex Marriages Questioned, Will Likely Require Litigation
NM Gov. Susana Martinez Won’t Legislate Against Gay Marriage: ‘It’s the Law of the Land’
New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez says she won't support or seek an amendment to ban gay marriage in the state, saying the issue is settled, the … [Read more...] about NM Gov. Susana Martinez Won’t Legislate Against Gay Marriage: ‘It’s the Law of the Land’
News: Tet Parade, Madonna, Otis Charles, Dolphins
Police still looking for tips on New Year's Eve arson at Seattle gay bar. More... Madonna stirs controversy with Instagram photo of son and … [Read more...] about News: Tet Parade, Madonna, Otis Charles, Dolphins