Chefs David Chang, Tom Colicchio, and Mario Batali join the New Yorkers for Marriage Equality campaign.Says Chang: "We take no reservations … [Read more...] about Top Chefs for Marriage Equality
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Mastermind of National Organization for Marriage Bus Tour Resigns from NOM, Comes out for Marriage Equality
Louis Marinelli, an anti-gay activist who had a major role in the National Organization for Marriage's 'Summer Marriage Tour' in which the … [Read more...] about Mastermind of National Organization for Marriage Bus Tour Resigns from NOM, Comes out for Marriage Equality
Delaware Senate Passes Civil Union Bill 13-6
A civil union bill in Delaware is headed to the House for consideration after the Senate passed it this afternoon by a vote of 13-6. Two senators were … [Read more...] about Delaware Senate Passes Civil Union Bill 13-6
Judge Vaughn Walker Says He is Gay for First Time Publicly, Says Judges Should Never Recuse Themselves Over Sexuality
Judge Vaughn Walker, who struck down California's ban on same-sex marriage, spoke to reporters today and came out publicly for the first time. … [Read more...] about Judge Vaughn Walker Says He is Gay for First Time Publicly, Says Judges Should Never Recuse Themselves Over Sexuality
Marriage Equality in California: Politics, the Ballot and 2012
BY ARI EZRA WALDMANAri Ezra Waldman is a 2002 graduate of Harvard College and a 2005 graduate of Harvard Law School. After practicing in … [Read more...] about Marriage Equality in California: Politics, the Ballot and 2012
No Supporters Show for ‘Domestic Relations’ Bill That Would Make Gays ‘Somewhat Equal’ in Rhode Island
A hearing was held on Tuesday for HB 5904, an alternative to the marriage equality bill which would grant just some of the benefits of … [Read more...] about No Supporters Show for ‘Domestic Relations’ Bill That Would Make Gays ‘Somewhat Equal’ in Rhode Island
Equality California Considers 2012 Prop 8 Ballot Initiative
Equality California is seeking input from the community as it considers whether to launch a 2012 ballot initiative to repeal Proposition 8. Writes … [Read more...] about Equality California Considers 2012 Prop 8 Ballot Initiative
Same-Sex Civil Partnerships Begin in Ireland
Same-sex civil partnerships began in Ireland today. Barry Dignam and Hugh Walsh were the first to tie the knot in Dublin today, the Irish Times … [Read more...] about Same-Sex Civil Partnerships Begin in Ireland
RI Considering Civil Unions as Alternative to Marriage Equality
Rhode Island lawmakers are reportedly considering the separate-but-not-equal option of civil unions over marriage equality, the AP reports: A House … [Read more...] about RI Considering Civil Unions as Alternative to Marriage Equality
Video: Five Activists Arrested in NYC Marriage Equality Protest
Five activists from the group Queer Rising were arrested this afternoon following several protests demanding marriage equality. Writes the group, in a … [Read more...] about Video: Five Activists Arrested in NYC Marriage Equality Protest