Chris Johnson, the White House reporter for The Washington Blade, has published his reflections on working with Helen Thomas as a member of the White … [Read more...] about Remembering Helen Thomas: A Gay White House Reporter’s Reflections
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Pres. Obama: “Trayvon Martin Could Have Been Me 35 Years Ago”: VIDEO
In a broad-ranging statement given to reporters on Friday, President Obama spoke about Trayvon Martin and reactions to George Zimmerman's … [Read more...] about Pres. Obama: “Trayvon Martin Could Have Been Me 35 Years Ago”: VIDEO
Michele Bachmann: Obama Needs ‘a Spanking’ – VIDEO
In a video for WingNut Daily, Michele Bachmann sends up a right-wing warning flare about Obama and immigration reform:"He has a perpetual magic … [Read more...] about Michele Bachmann: Obama Needs ‘a Spanking’ – VIDEO
White House Talks ENDA, Olympic Boycott Over Russia’s Gay ‘Propaganda’ Ban: VIDEO
In a conversation with the Washington Blade's Chris Johnson on Friday, White House Press Secretary Jay Carney reiterated Obama's … [Read more...] about White House Talks ENDA, Olympic Boycott Over Russia’s Gay ‘Propaganda’ Ban: VIDEO
Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano Resigns to Be University of California President
Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano is resigning to become the President of the University of California system, the L.A. Times reports: Her … [Read more...] about Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano Resigns to Be University of California President
White House Press Secretary Won’t Disclose ENDA Strategy: VIDEO
White House Press Secretary Jay Carney was grilled Wednesday by NBC News’ Kristen Welker on the President's strategy on ENDA, and why he … [Read more...] about White House Press Secretary Won’t Disclose ENDA Strategy: VIDEO
OPM Says Same-Sex Civil Unions Will ‘Remain Ineligible For Most Federal Benefits’
With married gay couples now able to access federal benefits as a result of the Supreme Court's DOMA decision, focus initially turned to whether … [Read more...] about OPM Says Same-Sex Civil Unions Will ‘Remain Ineligible For Most Federal Benefits’
White House Responds To Petitions, Says It Cannot Take Action Against The Westboro Baptist Church
After being sent five petitions on its "We The People" site, the White House issued a statement on July 1st condemning actions by the … [Read more...] about White House Responds To Petitions, Says It Cannot Take Action Against The Westboro Baptist Church
What’s Next: The Importance of the President in a Post-DOMA World
By ARI EZRA WALDMANThe "What's Next" series takes an in depth look at marriage and gay rights, in general, after the Supreme Court's … [Read more...] about What’s Next: The Importance of the President in a Post-DOMA World
Dominican Republic Evangelicals ‘Insulted’ by Nomination of Gay Man as U.S. Ambassador
The Evangelical community in Dominican Republic is raising objections about Obama's nomination of James "Wally" Brewster as U.S. … [Read more...] about Dominican Republic Evangelicals ‘Insulted’ by Nomination of Gay Man as U.S. Ambassador